Bridge from First Responder to EMR

First Responder to Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Bridge Course

Location:
Dufferin County
(Depending on course numbers, the location will be held in either Orangeville or Mulmur. Final location details will be confirmed prior to the course.)

Timing:
09:00–17:00 (daily)

Duration:
Approximately 40 hours

Certification:
Successful completion results in:

• Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) – 3-year certification

• Basic Life Support (BLS) – 1-year certification

Course Description

This intensive First Responder to Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade Course is designed for individuals who currently hold a valid Canadian Red Cross First Responder certification and are ready to advance to the EMR level.

Participants will gain the advanced knowledge and hands-on skills required to provide care in pre-hospital and high-acuity environments. Training focuses on sustaining life, reducing pain, minimizing the effects of sudden illness or injury, and supporting emergency medical services as part of a coordinated response team.

This course is ideal for firefighters, police, and emergency service personnel working in professional or volunteer emergency response roles.

Course Content Includes

• Advanced patient assessment and management

• Airway and breathing management (BVMs, OPAs)

• Circulatory emergencies and shock management

• Trauma care, including spinal motion restriction

• Pharmacology and assisting with medications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED training

Accreditation & Standards

This course:

• Includes Basic Life Support (BLS) and AED training

• Meets the National Occupational Competency Profiles (NOCP) for Emergency Medical Responders as defined by the Paramedic Association of Canada

Prerequisites

• Current, non-expired Canadian Red Cross First Responder certification

Pre-Course Work (Mandatory)

Participants will be provided with required pre-course work prior to the course start date.

• Pre-work must be completed and submitted no later than 2 days prior to the course start date

• Completion of pre-work is required to participate in the in-class portion of the course

• The pre-work is designed to build confidence and prepare participants for advanced, hands-on learning

By registering and submitting payment, participants acknowledge and agree to:

• Complete all required pre-course work

• Meet course prerequisites

• Adhere to all course policies and participation requirements

Course Completion Requirements

To successfully complete the course, participants must:

• Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course

• Successfully demonstrate all required practical skills

• Achieve a minimum 75% on the written, closed-book knowledge evaluation

• Successfully complete two evaluated scenarios

Refund & Cancellation Policy

Due to instructor scheduling, equipment preparation, and course planning, the following cancellation policy applies:

• No refunds for cancellations made within 5 days of the course start date

• 50% refund for cancellations made 6–10 days prior to the course start date

• For cancellations made more than 10 days prior, a minimum administrative fee will apply

All refunds are processed minus applicable administrative fees.

Additional Information

• Please include the name and email address of the participant when purchasing the course

• For more information or to inquire about private course dates, please email
  savannah@ruralrescuetraining.com