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First Aid & CPR Courses

Have you ever wanted to be an angel?
A lifesaver?

Learning first aid and CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) may be just what you need to be that angel. Heart attacks, strokes, or convulsions have a way of sneaking up on us without warning. Each passing minute after collapsing from a Cardiac Arrest can reduce the chance of survival by as much as 10% so knowing what to do is critical. Even if we want to intervene to reduce the effect of a burn, fracture, or allergic reaction, you need to know what to do. Knowing first aid and CPR will place you in a position where you can take responsible, appropriate action in an emergency.

Toronto EMS provides a variety of quality First Aid, CPR/AED (cardiopulmonary resuscitation/defibrillation) and Emergency First Responder courses. Plus, our very own Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR Instructor/Vendor program. All Toronto EMS First Aid programs are WSIB approved and follow the new international CPR guidelines.

We offer our training programs at a variety of locations by certified instructors. Toronto EMS will arrange for an instructor to visit your worksite or specified location for your convenience. For more information call Toronto EMS at 416-392-9833 or email us at emscpr@toronto.ca.

Toronto Emergency Medical Services First Aid offers the following training courses:

Emergency First Responder Course (5 days)
For course schedules, click here.

Public Access Defibrillation with Level “C” CPR and Standard First Aid with CPR (2 days)
For course schedules, click here.


Standard First Aid and CPR Level “C” Program (2 days)
For course schedules, click here.


Standard First Aid and Health Care Provider (2 days)
For course schedules, click here.


Emergency First Aid and Level “A” CPR Program (1 day)
For course schedules, click here.


Level “A” (Adult) CPR program (4 hours)
For course schedules, click here.

Level“A” (Adult) and Public Access Defbrillation (4 hours) NEW
For course schedules, click here.

Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) CPR Program (1 day)
For course schedules, click here.

Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) and Public Access Defibrillation (1 day)
For course schedules, click here.

Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) Renewal CPR Program (4 hours)
For course schedules, click here.

Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) and Public Access Defibrillation Renewal (1 day)
For course schedules, click here.

CPR for Health Care Providers (1 day)
For course schedules, click here.

CPR for Health Care Providers Certificate Renewal (5 hours)
For course schedules, click here.


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Application Process

To apply for any of the following courses:

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  1. Download and print the PDF application form.
  2. Check the course dates and locations for the courses you wish to attend. Look for the link from each course description.
  3. Fill out your application form and fax it to 416-397-0199
  4. The Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR Program will not send the course applicant a confirmation notice. Unless otherwise notified, proceed to the course as scheduled.
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Emergency First Responder Course (5 days)

This intense 5 day course is the advanced level for first aiders.

This course offers 5 full days of theory, skill building and practice for the Advanced First Aider.

This is an excellent course for people considering future careers with any of the three Emergency Services (EMS, Police, Fire), University Response Teams, Employment Emergency Response Teams, and anyone looking to improve his or her First Aid to an advanced level.

It is also the minimum requirement for some patient transfer services.

Topics include:

  • Anatomy & Physiology
  • Patient assessment
  • History taking
  • Vital signs & Auscultation
  • AED familiarization
  • Airway management
  • Oxygen administration
  • Managing trauma & spinal emergencies
  • Multiple skills stations and scenarios
  • Text book and stethoscope included


Prerequisite: Current Standard First Aid Certification & Basic Rescuer Level “C” CPR Duration: 40 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $578.00 plus GST = $606.90, per person (includes text and stethoscope)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR Program at 416-392-9833 or Sheryl Jackson, Program Coordinator at 416-338-0475.

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Public Access Defibrillation with Level “C” CPR and Standard First Aid (2 days)

This exciting new course offers you three valuable courses in one:

  • Public Access Defibrillation Provider
  • Basic Rescuer Level “C” CPR
  • Standard First Aid

Many public buildings including recreation centres, malls, airports and office towers have on-site Automated External Defibrillators for use by public responders in incidents of sudden cardiac arrest. Seconds count when a heart stops beating. Providing a shock from a defibrillator is a means of restarting a stopped heart in cardiac arrest cases—get the training and be prepared to save a life with these easy-to-use automated defibrillators!

Topics include:

  • Public Access Defibrillation, Adult CPR and Choking Sequences
  • Heart attack, Stroke and Sudden Cardiac Arrest
  • Wounds and Bleeding, Shock, Levels of Consciousness
  • Bone and Joint Injury
  • Diabetes, Allergic Reactions, Asthma
  • Infant and Child CPR and Choking Sequences

Duration: 17 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here or call: 416-392-9833 for registration.

Cost: $131.00 plus GST = $137.55, per person (includes course materials, paramedic instruction and Cardiac Safe City Program membership fees).

Contact: Toronto EMS Cardiac Safe City program at 416-392-9833 and visit www.cardiacsafecity.org

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Standard First Aid and CPR Level “C” Program (2 days)

Standard first aid training is a legislative requirement. One person must have this training where more than six people work at any given workplace on any one shift. Learn how to deal with common medical emergencies that can occur in the workplace or at home. The Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program is recognized by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (formerly WCB).

Topics include:

  • Wounds and Bleeding, Shock, Levels of Consciousness
  • Bone and Joint Injury
  • Diabetes, Allergic Reactions, Asthma
  • Heart attack and Stroke
  • Adult CPR and Choking Sequences
  • Infant and Child CPR and Choking Sequences

Duration: 16 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $104.00 plus GST = 109.20, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Standard First Aid and Health Care Provider (2 days)

Standard first aid training is a legislative requirement. One person must have this training where more than six people work at any given workplace on any one shift. Learn how to deal with common medical emergencies that can occur in the workplace or at home. The Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program is recognized by the Workplace Safety and Insurance Board (formerly WCB).

Topics include:

  • Wounds and Bleeding, Shock, Levels of Consciousness
  • Bone and Joint Injury
  • Diabetes, Allergic Reactions, Asthma
  • Heart attack and Stroke
  • Adult CPR and Choking Sequences
  • Infant and Child CPR and Choking Sequences
  • HCP skill set

Duration: 17 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $131.00 plus GST = $137.55, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Emergency First Aid and Level “A” CPR Program (1 day)

Emergency first aid training is a legislative requirement. One person must be trained in emergency first aid if 5 or less people work at a given workplace on any shift.

Topics include:

  • Wounds and Bleeding, Shock, Levels of Consciousness
  • Heart attack and Stroke
  • Adult CPR and Choking Sequences

Duration: 8 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $64.00 plus GST = $67.20, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Level “A” (Adult) CPR program (4 hours)

This cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) program addresses adult life-threatening emergencies.

Topics include:

  • the chain of survival
  • heart and lung structure and function
  • heart disease, stroke
  • demonstration and practice of adult one rescuer CPR
  • demonstration and practice of managing an adult choking victim both conscious and unconscious.

Duration: 3-4 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $46.00 plus GST = $48.30, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Level “A” (Adult) and Public Access Defbrillation (4 hours) NEW

This cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) program addresses adult life threatening emergencies. In addition, this course will provide training on how to operate an Automated External Defibrillators for use by public responders in incidents of sudden cardiac arrest.

Providing a shock from a defibrillator in a cardiac arrest victim can save a life. Get the training and be prepared to save a life with these easy-to-use automated defibrillators!

Duration: 4 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $64.00 plus GST = $67.20, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) CPR Program (1 day)

This cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) program addresses adult, child and infant life threatening emergencies.

Topics include:

  • adult CPR and choking
  • infant/child CPR and choking

Duration: 6-8 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: 64.00 plus GST = $67.20, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) and Public Access Defbrillation (1 day) NEW

This cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) program addresses adult, child and infant life threatening emergencies. In addition, this course will provide training on how to operate an Automated External Defibrillators for use by public responders in incidents of sudden cardiac arrest.

Providing a shock from a defibrillator in a cardiac arrest victim can save a life. Get the training and be prepared to save a life with these easy-to-use automated defibrillators!

Duration: 8 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $74.00 plus GST = $77.70, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) Renewal CPR Program (4 hours)

This course is for people who currently have level “C” CPR status and are due for renewal. Applicants are required to come to the course with a proficiency in their skills. This course will cover the content of the Level “C” CPR program with an emphasis on skill review.

Duration: 4 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $46.00 plus GST = $48.30, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Level “C” (Adult, Child and Infant) and Public Access Defibrillation Renewal (1 day)

This cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) program addresses adult, child and infant life threatening emergencies. In addition, this course will provide training on how to operate an Automated External Defibrillators for use by trained public responders in incidents of sudden cardiac arrest.

Providing a shock from a defibrillator in a cardiac arrest victim can save a life.
Get the training and be prepared to save a life with these easy-to-use automated defibrillators!

Prerequisite: Current Adult, Infant & Child “C” CPR 1 & 2 Rescuer and Targeted AED Site Responder Certificates

Duration: 8 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost: $64.00 + GST = $67.20, per person (includes course materials)

Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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CPR for Health Care Providers (1 day)

This course is for people who work in the health care settings. This course will cover 2 Rescuer CPR/BVM use and AED Training.

Prerequisite: current basic rescuer status.

Duration: 8 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost:
$68.00 plus GST = $71.40, per person (includes course materials)
Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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CPR for Health Care Providers Certificate Renewal (5 hours)

This course is for people who currently have Health Care Provider status and are due for renewal. Students are required to come to the course with a proficiency in their skills. This course will cover the content of the Health Care Provider program with an emphasis on skill review.

Prerequisite: current basic rescuer status.

Duration: 5 hours

Dates/Locations: Click here.

Cost:
$58.00 + GST = $60.90 per person (includes course materials)
Contact: Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR program at 416-392-9833.

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Application Process

To apply for any of the above courses:

  1. Download and print the PDF application form.
  2. Check the course dates and locations for the courses you wish to attend. Look for the link from each course description.
  3. Fill out your application form and fax it to 416-397-0199
  4. The Toronto EMS First Aid/CPR Program will not send the course applicant a confirmation notice. Unless otherwise notified, proceed to the course as scheduled.
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