The course fee includes the book and exam fee. We recommend you pick up your books in advance as there is pre-reading required before the start of class. If unsuccessful an additional fee is required for remedial exams.
Reference ID: PVHE-300 Prerequisites:Must bring photo ID.
Course Overview
This comprehensive 10-day course is for advanced first aid training. Topics covered include the priority action approach, airway & breathing emergencies, 2 rescuer adult CPR with AED, major bleeding, WSBC records and reports, small wound, soft tissue, and fracture management.
Successful completion requires 100% attendance, demonstrations of critical skills and a 70% pass mark on the written and practical exams. Please note these courses are physically demanding and will require prolonged kneeling, working in stooped positions, and rolling patients. Each class participant is required to function as attendant, helper and patient. Depending on the level and length of the course, these physical demands can become rigorous. Participants will be required to demonstrate specific skills according to an accepted standard before certification is issued.
If you experience barriers related to a persistent, prolonged, permanent, or temporary disability that may impact your participation or learning in this course, please connect with Accessibility Services prior to the start of your course/program. Implementing accommodations is a collaborative process between students, Accessibility Services, and instructors to foster an inclusive learning environment.
To book an appointment with Accessibility Services for further information please contact Student Services: 250-489-8243
The course fee includes the book and exam fee. If unsuccessful an additional fee is required for remedial exams. Upon successful completion, students receive a WorkSafeBC OFA Advanced certificate, valid for three years.
Note: Must bring photo ID. We recommend you pick up your books in advance as there is pre-reading required before the start of class. Please wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Training is offered in English.
Cranbrook - Monday January 6th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday January 6th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday January 7th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday January 8th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday January 9th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday January 10th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Monday January 13th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday January 14th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday January 15th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday January 16th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday January 17th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
Details
- Location: Gold Creek First Aid Centre
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Dale Hark
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
Book must be picked up at least 2 weeks prior to course start date.
Note: Must bring photo ID. Please wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Training is offered in English.
Please note the location of the Gold Creek Campus by clicking/tapping the link.
***If student is required to retake practical exam, this will be rescheduled after the course, at a time of the instructor’s choosing, and is subject to a $199.00 retest fee.
Fernie - Monday January 20th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday January 20th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday January 21st, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday January 22nd, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday January 23rd, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday January 24th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Monday January 27th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday January 28th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday January 29th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday January 30th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday January 31st, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
Details
- Location: 114/109
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Nicole Rapin
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
Book must be picked up at least 2 weeks prior to course start date.
Note: Must bring photo ID. Please wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Training is offered in English.
COURSES WILL BEGIN AT 8:00AM SHARP.
Fernie - Monday February 10th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday February 10th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday February 11th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday February 12th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday February 13th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday February 14th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday February 18th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday February 19th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday February 20th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday February 21st, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Saturday February 22nd, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
Details
- Location: 114
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Nicole Rapin
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
Book must be picked up at least 2 weeks prior to course start date.
Note: Must bring photo ID. Please wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Training is offered in English.
COURSES WILL BEGIN AT 8:00AM SHARP.
Cranbrook Gold Creek - Monday February 24th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday February 24th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday February 25th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday February 26th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday February 27th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday February 28th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Monday March 3rd, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday March 4th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday March 5th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday March 6th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday March 7th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
Details
- Location: GOLD CREEK CAMPUS FIRST AID CENTRE
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Linda Arkhanguelski
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
OFA 3 Book must be picked up at least 2 weeks prior to course start date.
You must bring Photo ID.
Please note the location of the Gold Creek Campus by clicking/tapping the link.
***If student is required to retake practical exam, this will be rescheduled after the course, at a time of the instructor’s choosing, and is subject to a $99.00 retest fee.
Invermere - Monday February 24th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday February 24th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday February 25th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday February 26th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday February 27th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday February 28th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Saturday March 1st, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday March 4th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday March 5th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday March 6th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday March 7th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
Details
- Location: Room 109
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Horst Neumann
- Cost: $995.00
Golden - Monday March 17th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday March 17th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday March 18th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday March 19th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday March 20th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday March 21st, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday March 25th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday March 26th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday March 27th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday March 28th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Saturday March 29th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
Details
- Location: Room 111
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Horst Neumann
- Cost: $995.00
Fernie - Monday March 31st, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday March 31st, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday April 1st, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday April 2nd, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday April 3rd, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday April 4th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Monday April 7th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday April 8th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday April 9th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday April 10th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday April 11th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
Details
- Location: 114/109
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Nicole Rapin
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
Book must be picked up at least 2 weeks prior to course start date.
Note: Must bring photo ID. Please wear closed toed shoes and comfortable clothing. Training is offered in English.
COURSES WILL BEGIN AT 8:00AM SHARP.
Cranbrook Gold Creek - Tuesday April 1st, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday April 1st, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday April 2nd, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday April 3rd, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday April 4th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Saturday April 5th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday April 8th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday April 9th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday April 10th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday April 11th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Saturday April 12th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
Details
- Location: Gold Creek Campus First Aid Centre
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Colhane Martyniuk
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
Please note the location of the Gold Creek Campus by clicking/tapping the link.
***If student is required to retake practical exam, this will be rescheduled after the course, at a time of the instructor’s choosing, and is subject to a $199.00 retest fee.
Cranbrook Gold Creek - Tuesday May 27th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday May 27th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday May 28th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday May 29th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday May 30th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Saturday May 31st, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday June 3rd, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday June 4th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday June 5th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday June 6th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Saturday June 7th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
Details
- Location: First Aid Center
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Colhane Martyniuk
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
Please note the location of the Gold Creek Campus by clicking/tapping the link.
***If student is required to retake practical exam, this will be rescheduled after the course, at a time of the instructor’s choosing, and is subject to a $99.00 retest fee.
Golden - Tuesday June 17th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday June 17th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday June 18th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday June 19th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday June 20th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Saturday June 21st, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Tuesday June 24th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Wednesday June 25th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Thursday June 26th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Friday June 27th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
| Saturday June 28th, 2025 | 8:00am | 4:30pm |
Details
- Location: Room 111
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Horst Neumann
- Cost: $995.00
Cranbrook Gold Creek - Monday July 14th, 2025
Schedule
| Date | Start Time | End Time |
|---|---|---|
| Monday July 14th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday July 15th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday July 16th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday July 17th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday July 18th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Monday July 21st, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Tuesday July 22nd, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Wednesday July 23rd, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Thursday July 24th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
| Friday July 25th, 2025 | 8:30am | 5:00pm |
Details
- Location: GOLD CREEK CAMPUS FIRST AID CENTRE
- Delivery Method: In Class
- Instructor: Dale Hark
- Cost: $995.00
Notes
OFA 3 Book must be picked up at least 2 weeks prior to course start date.
Please bring Photo ID
Please note the location of the Gold Creek Campus by clicking/tapping the link.
***If student is required to retake practical exam, this will be rescheduled after the course, at a time of the instructor’s choosing, and is subject to a $99.00 retest fee.