MFR - Medical First Responder
This 80 hour course provides an in-depth coverage of basic First Aid and also includes triage, rescue, advanced packaging, oxygen administration, and AED certification. It is ideal for workplace first aiders and response teams requiring a higher level of training and is approved by Alberta Workplace Health & Safety as meeting the requirements for Advanced First Aid.
Full-time (1 week theory in-person and 1 week of practical in-person)
The full-time course includes 40 Hours of in-person theory (academic) and 40 hours of in-person, practical skills in a simulated setting. In the academic component, students are required to review the course curriculum and successfully complete the chapter quizzes, mid term and final exams. In the simulated setting component, students are required to successfully complete all skills in the ESA Skills Manual, HSF BLS Provider Practical Evaluation and AHS MFR component.
Program Details
2024 Dates for MFR Full-time
Course Code - MFR 2024-07
- July 29 - August 2, 2024 - Theory - Monday through Friday at ESA
- August 6 - 10, 2024 - Practical - Tuesday through Saturday at ESA
- Application deadline: Monday, July 22, 2024
Which option is best for you?
In-Person delivery
- The In-Person delivery option is scheduled entirely at ESA.
- Do you need a distraction-free learning environment with a set schedule?
- Are you a visual learner who learns best from hands-on experience and likes to take detailed notes?
- Do you enjoy the social aspect of in-person learning?
Asynchronous delivery (Online) - Only available for Group Training Requests
The Asynchronous (online) delivery option is available for the blended and recertification courses. The schedule includes asynchronous (online) learning (theory) and in-person learning (practical).
Asynchronous (online) learning allows you to learn the theory on your own schedule, within a certain timeframe.
Blended students are REQUIRED to complete Chapter 1-26, Chapter Quizzes and the Mid Term Exam prior to the first day of the in-person simulated setting component. Blended students will have 30 days to complete the Academic (online) component. Online program materials will be issued after the application deadline date. The in-person Simulated Setting components will follow the completion of the Academic component. Please see program dates for the specific dates and times.
Credentials Awarded
- Medical First Responder Certificate - valid for 3 years
- BLS Provider Certificate (Heart & Stroke Foundation) - valid for 1 year
Prerequisites for MFR - Full-time
- Minimum age - 16 years
- Standard First Aid course within 1 year from an approved Alberta OHS program.
2024 MFR Fees
(MFR) In-Person Fees (2 weeks)
- Administration Fee (non-refundable): $125.00
- Program Materials Fee (5% GST included): $275.00
- Tuition Fee: $1,550.00
- Total MFR Fees - Payable to ESA: $1,950.00
ESA fees are subject to review and will be updated by October 1 of each calendar year.
ESA fees and dates are subject to change. Notice of any changes will be listed on this website and can be confirmed by contacting ESA by phone or email.
Curriculum
This 80 hour course provides an in-depth coverage of basic First Aid and also includes triage, rescue, advanced packaging, oxygen administration, and AED certification. It is ideal for workplace first aiders and response teams requiring a higher level of training and is approved by Alberta Workplace Health & Safety as meeting the requirements for Advanced First Aid.
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