About Us
A Hands-On Educational Approach
Our experienced instructors are committed to teaching CPR and first aid training. We understand the demands of everyday life and strive to make our classes convenient and easy to learn. We offer classes at our comfortable, convenient location in Peterborough, Ontario, and we're willing to travel
ANYWHERE-ANYTIME
to teach large groups.
Certified and Experienced Instructors
Our instructors have years of real-life experience performing CPR and first aid. That's why we are able to offer better quality educational training. We are Heart&Stroke and Red Cross Training Partners. We are WSIB APPROVED training.
ANYWHERE-ANYTIME
Time requirements for Heart & Stroke BLS CPR courses
Instructor-led Only Courses:
- BLS Provider Course - Approximate course duration: 4 hours
- BLS Renewal Course – Approximate duration: 2.25 hours
Blended Learning Course (must take both components):
- BLS Blended – Online Component – Self-paced. Approximate duration: 2 hours.
- BLS Blended – In-classroom Component – Approximate duration: 1- 2 hours.
ANYWHERE-ANYTIME
Postponed until Oct. 2019
Join our Wilderness First Responder Course
This course is geared to anyone leading groups into the wilderness or people working in the wilderness and those who go out and enjoy being in the wilderness.
Join and pay for this course before Oct. 17, 18, 19, 20/2019 and get 10% off the cost
Wilderness First Responder 2019
Course Objectives:
The Wilderness First Responder course is designed to meet the needs of people that need to know and are interested in learning about wilderness emergencies and how to treat them properly.
After taking this course you will be familiar with some of the most common back-country problems. You'll have hands on practice in evaluating, treating, and evacuating injured persons in wilderness settings. You'll get a feel for what situations require medical assistance and those which do not.
Dress for success NO SUITS OR TIES ALLOWED.
Course Dates: Oct 17, 18, 19,20, 2019
Next course will be held at Larryland outside of Keene, Ontario.
Starting time at 0900 hrs. Don't be late.
You will be expected to camp out at our site (FREE) as we will be running 3 to 5 simulations, day and night. You should bring a pair of pants and a shirt you do not mind cutting up for practice. Treat this as a real 4 day camping trip and bring all your camping gear.
Time Commitment:
The length of instruction is approximately 40+ hours.
Course Cost:
The cost is $475.00 per person. Includes; 3 breakfasts,4 lunches, 3 dinners, Plus snacks, Wilderness First Responder manual, CAT, and all the first aid supplies needed during the training. Cash, certified check or e-transfer to Mike’s email address below. If you have any food allergies let us know when you sign up.
NOTE: Course offering depends on a minimal number of participants (6 - 12 max) or it will be postponed until a later date.
Registration deadline is Sept 20/2019.
Presented by Emergency Preparedness “FIRST” & Larryland Adventures
Mike@epf1st.org office 705-652-0785, cell 704-991-0785
This is our Barefoot Doctor course.
Review of Initial Assessments
BLS AED/O2 administration
DOTS
SAMPLE
MOI
AVPU
Estimating B.P./H.R.
Focused History & Patient Exam “SOAP NOTES”
Head Trauma (TBI)
Spinal Injuries / Clearing
The Unconscious Patient
Types of Wounds, Care / cleaning
Impaled Objects
Unstable Injuries (OPEN & CLOSED Fractures)
Dislocations, Sprains, Strains
Improvised Traction Splinting
Acute Abdomen
Lightning injuries
Hot & Cold Injuries
Frostbite-Hypothermia, Heat Exhaustion-Heat Stroke
Basic Compass / Map and GPS use
Clean up, Feedback, Go Home
At some point you will be sent out on a scenario, and you will have to assess and deal with whatever you find. These scenarios may be videotaped for review. We will spend some of the time outdoors snow, rain or shine, so come dressed for weather. What you will need to bring is anything you would take on a trip into the bush for 4 days. We will be following the Wilderness Medical Society guidelines. There will be a written test 80% or more to pass. Certification is for 3 years.
Cost $475.00 per person – includes camping facility, meals and First Aid Supplies needed for course.
Registration deadline is Sept 20/2019.
Display their FAQs
Do we offer equipment rentals?
YES you need to be 16 or older to take this course.
Is it out doors?
YES 1/2 or more will be in a wilderness setting.
Is there camping?
YES there is FREE Camping which is a required part of the course, so come prepared as if you were going on a 4 day camping trip.
Are meals included?
YES there will be meals included. If you have any special food requirements please let us know when you sign up.
Do we offer equipment rentals?
YES we have lots of camping gear we can rent if you do not have your own equipment.
How long is the course?
40 + hours
How much does it cost?
$475.00 per person
Blended BLS CPR certification & Re-Certification
BLS Blended CPR Course
BLS Blended Learning and Classroom Component Options
Register for one of BLS Blended 120, 90, or 60. Mike will provide you with a redemption key to unlock the online component and will verify location, date, time of the in-classroom component. After successfully completing the BLS Blended – Online Component, you will automatically receive a receipt called the ‘BLS Blended Class Pass’. The Class Pass allows entry to the BLS Blended – In-classroom Component when presented to the course instructor. The in-classroom options are:
- BLS Blended 120 (120 minutes): Designed for first time BLS learners and/or those who do not use their BLS skills on a regular basis. BLS Blended 120 emphasizes the individual elements that make up core BLS skills and offers comprehensive practice before hands-on skills tests.
- BLS Blended 90 (90 minutes): Designed for students who are confident in their understanding and practice of BLS skills, but want to review and practice before hands-on skills tests.
- BLS Blended 60 (60 Minutes): Designed for experienced, highly-proficient BLS providers who regularly use BLS skills in their practice. Where available, BLS Blended 60 offers hands-on testing with very minimal practice. Restrictions on course availability and approvals apply.
Current BLS Blended 90 (90 minutes) for summer of 2019
Cost for the summer 2019 is $95.00 per person, regular cost is $120.00 per person. Set up a group of 6 or more and yours will be FREE.
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Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
This EMR course meets the 2015 CPR and ECC Guidelines! Based on the new National EMS Education Standards and endorsed by the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons, our Emergency First Responder textbook offers complete coverage of every competency statement with clarity and precision in a concise format that ensures student comprehension and encourages critical thinking. The experienced author team and the AAOS medical editors have transformed the Education Standards into a training program that reflects best practices in prehospital medicine. Current, state of the art medical content has been incorporated along with new cognitive and didactic material, and skills and features, to create a robust and innovative training solution for your course that will engage your mind. Interactive resources, including online testing and assessment materials, learning management system, and eLearning resources. This course is the best way to prepare for law enforcement, fire fighters, rescue squad personnel, athletic trainers, college students, and laypersons for the challenges they will face in the world today.
This course is far better than your Standard First Aid. It is the level many Fire departments require and is recognized by the Ontario Paramedic Association.
The course takes approximately 80+ hours to complete.
We require 6 to 15 people to run this level course.
Course cost $850.00 per person.
The course covers;
Module 1 – Preparatory
1 — Introduction to the EMS System
2 — Well-Being of the First Responder
3 — Legal and Ethical Issues
4 — The Human Body
5 — Lifting and Moving Patients
Module 2 - Airway
6 — Airway A
7 — Airway B
Module 3 - Circulation
8 — Circulation
9 — Automated External Defibrillation
Module 4 – Patient Assessment
10 —Scene Size-Up
11 — Introduction to Patient Assessment and Vital Signs
12 — Patient Assessment
13 — Communication and Documentation
Module 5 – Illness and Injury
Medical Emergencies
14 — Cardiac and Respiratory Emergencies
15 — Medical Emergencies
16 — Environmental Emergencies
17 — Psychological Emergencies and Crisis Intervention
Bleeding and Soft-Tissue Injuries
18 — Bleeding and Shock
19 — Soft-Tissue Injuries
20 — Injuries to the Chest, Abdomen, and Genitalia
21 — Burn Emergencies
22 — Agricultural and Industrial Emergencies
Injuries to Muscles and Bones
23 — Injuries to the Head, Face, and Neck
24 — Injuries to the Spine
25 — Musculoskeletal Injuries
Module 6 – Childbirth and Children
26 — Childbirth
27 — Infants and Children
Module 7 – Geriatric Considerations
28 — Geriatric Patients
Module 8 – EMS Operations
29 — EMS Operations
30 — Hazardous Materials Incidents and Emergencies
31 — Multiple-Casualty Incidents and Incident Command
32 — Water Emergencies
33 — Vehicle Stabilization and Patient Extrication
34 — Special Rescue Situations