Out-of-province first aid certificates and licences
To be a workplace first aid attendant in B.C., you need a valid B.C. certificate. If you have an occupational first aid certificate or Emergency Medical Assistant licence from another province, you can apply for a B.C. certificate or licence using the steps below.
If you have a first aid certificate or licence from a country other than Canada, you will need to get a B.C. first aid certificate.
Get a B.C. first aid certificate or licence
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Complete a jurisprudence package.
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Go to an approved training provider. You will be asked to show your out-of-province certificate or licence and government ID.
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If you’re transferring first aid certification, the training provider will give you an application form to complete. This is not necessary when transferring an EMA licence.
The first aid training provider may charge an application fee.
The training provider will let you know how long it will take to receive your B.C. certificate or licence.
Related resources
Jurisprudence Package: Obtaining First Aid Certification in British Columbia
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Please note: The content on this page is intended to help you understand and meet the requirements of the Occupational Health and Safety Regulation. More detailed information can be found in the OHS Guidelines and/or OHS Regulation.