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EMERGENCY MEDICAL RESPONDER

(EMR-U)

New Student Information

Welcome to our community - we can’t wait to meet you!

Congratulations on choosing Emergency Medical Responder, your first step into the world of professional pre-hospital medicine. Below you will find important information to help you prepare for your course, including scheduling and location details, how to access your pre-course study material and prerequisite course, and preparation tips. If you have any questions whatsoever, please do not hesitate to contact us.

This page has a lot of information - and all of it is important! Scroll down to learn about,

  • EMR location information.

  • Class schedules.

  • Pre-study requirements and access.

  • Study materials.

  • Classroom expectations.

Before you go, please be certain that you,

  • Understand your course location and schedule.

  • Can access your online pre-study, and have allotted sufficient time to complete it before your course begins.

Your EMR Classroom

Vancouver Learning Center: 8168 Granville St (at 66th Ave), Unit 209.

  • Plenty of free parking nearby; the area is also served by bus route #10.

  • Safeway, Starbucks, and a wonderful assortment of restaurants are also within a few minutes walk.

Squamish Learning Center: 1909 Maple Drive, Unit 101, Squamish BC

  • Large, free parking lot; the area is also served by bus route #3.

  • There is a cafe, convenience store, and pub close by. Restaurants are a short drive away.

Our learning centers include drinking water, hot water, coffee and a small fridge and microwave for your use and convenience.

 

Your EMR-U Schedule

Week One: Wednesday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM

Week Two: Monday to Friday, 9 AM to 6 PM

 

EMR-U Online Study Components

Online study material is accessed through our Learning Management System (LMS). An account will be set up for you on our LMS by the end of the next business day following your registration.

To access the LMS,

  1. Access our LMS here.

  2. Your username is your email address.

  3. Your password is: #1Student

  4. Click on EMR Pre-Study to get started

Pre-Class Study Modules (Required)

  1. You must complete the 7 Pre-Course Study Modules on our Learning Management System (LMS) before you begin your in-class training. These modules usually take new learners 20 and 30 hours to complete, but with your previous training you will likely complete them more quickly.

  2. Your LMS account will also have access to the EMR Upgrade Homework Modules 2025. The first module is additional pre-study material and must be completed before the first day of your class.

Homework Modules (VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED)

The other 7 modules in the EMR Upgrade Homework Course will be assigned as homework during your course, however, it is highly recommended that you also complete as many as you can BEFORE your in-class training begins - it will make the training significantly less intense.

Structure Example Video

Professional response involves a structured approach to patient care. Our diabetic scenario video – performed by some of our EMR alumni – will give you a good idea of some of your goalposts in this course.

*** Important! There is an annoying bug in our LMS that sometimes prevents modules from being marked as complete. As long as you have completed all the quizzes and knowledge assessments in the module, we can see that the work has been done - the system may not recognize your accomplishment, but we do! :-)

 

EMR Textbooks and Study Materials

All study materials are included in the cost of the course. Besides the online study material, you also get:

  • Emergency Care for Professional Responders textbook* (PDF access here)

  • EMR Treatment and Training Protocols (PDF access here, hardcopy distributed in class).

  • Canadian Red Cross Basic Life Support Field Guide (hardcopy distributed in class).

  • Student Stethoscope and Blood Pressure Cuff (Distributed in class).

*If you would prefer a hardcopy of this textbook, contact us to purchase for $140).

Prerequisite Training

The only prerequisite for this class is preparation - you must be familiar with the skills and concepts taught during your qualifying First Responder, Wilderness First Responder, or OFA-3.

There will be very little time for review in this class, and if you are not prepared, you are at risk of falling behind and being unsuccessful.

If you feel the upgrade course might not be for you, contact us to discuss moving into a full EMR course at a discounted rate.

 

EMR Classroom Expectations

Clothing, Materials and Equipment

Please bring everything you need for a full day of class, including:

  • Notebook, pencils/pens

  • Refillable water bottle or hot beverage container

    • Drinking water and coffee are provided

  • Lunch and snacks

    • We have a small fridge and microwave in the classroom

    • There are also plenty of restaurants within a 5 minute walk

  • We will provide all required PPE & necessary medical equipment.

Punctuality and Attendance

  • 100% attendance is required for successful completion of your class. In the case of an unavoidable absence, we will do our best to schedule into a later class to complete your certification. A transfer charge might apply.

    • Please do not ask to take time off from your program - even a few hours. You will not be able to complete your certification on time.

  • Late entries are disruptive. You are expected to be in class and ready to start at the scheduled class start time. If you have to be late, please inform your instructor. Unavoidable emergencies happen, but if lateness becomes a habit, you might be asked to leave the program.

 

See You Soon!

We look forward to seeing you in class - in the meantime, do not hesitate to contact us with any questions, comments or concerns you might have.