Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Become a Certified Emergency Medical Responder with Delta First Safety

Ready to elevate your emergency response skills? Delta First Safety offers an in-depth Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course that equips you with the essential knowledge and hands-on training needed for effective patient assessments, interventions, and transport. This course aligns with National Occupational Competency Profiles (NOCP)outlined by the Paramedic Association of Canada, ensuring you meet both national standards and jurisdictional requirements.

Course Overview
The EMR course is a comprehensive 100-hour program, divided into 30 hours of online learning and 70 hours of in-class training (over 10 days). To ensure you’re fully prepared, the online portion must be completed prior to the in-class portion. This allows you to learn key concepts at your own pace, while the in-class sessions focus on practical skills and real-world scenarios.

Why Choose Delta First Safety?
Our course integrates dynamic training techniques including video presentations, skills demonstrations, hands-on practice, and in-depth discussions. You’ll be ready to respond confidently and competently to a variety of emergencies, whether you're dealing with trauma, medical issues, or critical patient transport.

Course Content Includes:

• The Professional Responder
• Responding to the Call
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Airway Management & Respiratory Emergencies
• Circulatory Emergencies & Shock
• Hemorrhage & Soft Tissue Trauma
• Musculoskeletal Injuries
• Chest, Abdominal, & Pelvic Injuries
• Head & Spinal Injuries
• Acute and Chronic Illnesses
• Poisoning & Environmental Illnesses
• Pregnancy, Labor, & Delivery
• Special Populations
• Crisis Intervention
• Reaching, Lifting, & Extricating Patients
• Transportation
• Multiple-Casualty Incidents
• Pharmacology
• Marine Environments
• Workplace Safety
• Any additional content required by specific legislation

Audience:
This course is ideal for professionals in emergency medical care who are responsible for initial patient assessments, providing safe care, and transporting patients to healthcare facilities.

Prerequisites:

• Standard First Aid with CPR Level C
• Grade 10 English (recommended)

Completion Requirements:
To receive your certification, you must:

• Successfully demonstrate all required skills
• Achieve a minimum of 75% on a written, closed-book knowledge evaluation
• Complete and pass two evaluated scenarios (one medical and one trauma)
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course

Certification:

• 3-year Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification
• Digital certificate issued upon successful completion
• Recertification: 40 hours required to maintain certification

Special Offer:
Register today with a 25% deposit using code "deposit" at checkout. This offer is valid for the EMR course only. Please pay full amount 7 days before course start date using code EMR75 to pay remaining 75% of fees, or call in to pay remainder manually over phone.

Location:
7311 Vantage Way #106, Delta, BC V4G 1C9

For More Information or to Register:
Phone: 604-841-5220
Email: SJY.deltafirstsafety@gmail.com

Participant Materials:

• Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Reference Text
• Optional Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Workbook

Take the First Step Towards Saving Lives
With our dynamic, hands-on training, you’ll gain the skills and confidence needed to make critical decisions in emergency situations. Whether you're new to emergency medical response or seeking to advance your career, Delta First Safety is here to support your professional growth.

Sign up now, and be ready when it counts!

After You Complete the Delta First Safety EMR Course

Getting an Emergency Medical Assistant License in British Columbia:

STEP 1
After successfully completing the Delta First Safety Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course, you must request an evaluation from the Emergency Medical Assistants Licensing Board (EMALB). You will need to pass the required examinations for your license level within 12 months of finishing your EMR course to be eligible for licensure.

STEP 2
Submit your application for licensure to the EMALB. Please note that additional requirements may apply, and it's important to ensure you meet all criteria set by the EMALB. For further details, please consult the Government of BC website.

EMR Career Opportunities:

With your EMR certification, you can pursue a variety of career paths, including working with:

• BC Emergency Health Services (BCEHS) / BC Ambulance Services
• Rural ambulance services
• Fire departments
• Law enforcement agencies
• Recreational facilities
• Community response teams
• Ski patrol and rescue

For more information on career opportunities and licensing, please contact Delta First Safety directly or visit the relevant government websites.