Did you know that SFA and CPR-C are mandatory* certifications for all SHSM Majors? As an SHSM student, you will be invited to register for this two day training throughout the school year.

Interested in completing this component on your own time? Our partners at St. John’s Ambulance are here to help!

NEW: SHSM students that complete their Standard First Aid + CPR-C training on their own time will be automatically entered to win a $25 gift card! See details below.

If you are interested in attending in-person training at St. John’s Ambulance please follow the below steps:

      1. Call (519) 579-6285 (Kitchener) or (519) 740-8895 (Cambridge)
      2. Identify yourself as an SHSM student from the Waterloo Catholic DSB
      3. Select either a) 2-day in person OR b) blended learning (pre-work online, 1 day in class)
      4. Select dates (they will let you know over the phone) that fit with your schedule
      5. Attend the dates you have been registered for

To ensure that SHSM is able to cover the cost of the course, you must follow the above steps. Our friends at SJA will send the SHSM EL Officer an email to “approve” you to take the course after you select the course dates you would like to be registered for.

If you are interested in taking Standard First Aid + CPR-C at another training location, please email SHSM@wcdsb.ca for reimbursement approval.

Grade 11 and 12 SHSM students have the option to complete First Aid + CPR-C training on their own time- but don’t worry, you are not expected to do this on your own. SHSM covers the cost of training whether you complete it:

  • During Pre-Placement Co-op sessions
  • On a field trip organized by SHSM, or
  • Through this extra, self-directed option

💡 This self-directed option is just a bonus opportunity for students who want to complete it early or on their own schedule.

Students who complete the training independently will be entered into a monthly draw (weekly in July & August) to win a $25 gift card! Follow the instructions above to register. Winners are announced throughout the year- watch your WCDSB inbox!

Questions? Need help? Email shsm@wcdsb.ca.

Please see cancellation policy below and email shsm@wcdsb.ca if you have any questions.

Already have your certificate? Click here or scan the QR code below to request reimbursement for a ministry approved SFA + CPR-C training course you have already taken.

NOTE: SFA + CPR-C certifications are valid for 3 years and are required to be valid at your date of graduation.