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PBS 107N
The Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services has passed legislation as of April 15th, 2010, that requires all Security Guards in Ontario to successfully complete Basic Training and Testing to be eligible to obtain a Private Investigator's License. This 50 hour course will introduce the learner to the Private Investigator Industry with emphasis on Ontario Legislation, Private Security & Investigative Services Act, Provincial and Federal Statutes, Criminal & Civil Law, Investigative Techniques, Ethical Reasoning and Self-Management Skills. A police clearance is required upon acceptance. (Note: No class Mon. May 21) Total fee: $550.00, Text extra
SPRING
150 1967 Apr 11-May 28 Mon, Wed, 6:00P-9:30P [COURSE CLOSED]
552 2827 May 14-Jun 28 Mon, Wed, 6:00P-9:30P [COURSE CLOSED]
550 1129 May 1-Jun 14 Tue, Thu, 6:00P-9:30P [COURSE CLOSED]

PBS 105N
The Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services has passed legislation as of April 15th, 2010, that requires all Security Guards in Ontario to successfully complete Basic Training and Testing to be eligible to obtain a Security Guard License. This 50 hour course will introduce the learner to the Security Industry with emphasis on Ontario Legislation, Private Security & Investigative Services Act, powers of arrest and use of force training; it will also include first aid, CPR, health and safety, report writing and effective communications skills. A police clearance is required upon acceptance. Total fee: $400.00.
SPRING
150 1966 Apr 10-May 17 Tue, Thu, 6:00P-9:30P
+ May 19 Sat, 9:00A-4:00P [COURSE CLOSED]
551 2826 May 15-Jun21 Tue, Thu, 6:00P-9:30P
+ Jun 23 Sat, 9:00A-4:00P
550 1989 May 14-Jun 20 Mon, Wed, 6:00P-9:30P
+ Jun 23 Sat, 9:00A-4:00P

CNT 340N
This course covers and reviews the emergency medical system and the specific roles of the emergency response teams from first responders to EMS Paramedics to emergency room patient delivery.  Content will cover common medical and trauma emergencies and the related patient care and management. Emphasis will specifically focus on first responder and firefighter emergency patient care and their roles and responsibilities associated with the EMS system. Course curriculum will focus on pre hospital care, patient assessment and medical/trauma emergencies including respiratory cardiac, neurological, musculoskeletal, spinal and abdominal emergencies as well as emergency child birth and special considerations towards pediatric, geriatric and psychological situations. Medical Oversight incl. Course 72 hours in length. Tuition fee: $992.00. Brady 12th Edition Emergency Care workbook and textbook available at St. Clair College Bookstore. Pre-requisite: CPR - Level C, AED, Standard First Aid. This program meets or exceeds the standards from the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office. This program is supported & endorsed by Dr. C. Fedoruk and under the medical direction of Medcontrol Consultants Inc.
SPRING
550 2659 Apr 3-May 17, Tue, Thu, 6:00P-10:00P, Apr 21, May 12, May 19, Sat, 8:30A-4:30P [COURSE CLOSED]

EPC 100

This course is the training/recertification course for Emergency Patient Care Course/EPC-I (CNT 340N). This course reviews the emergency medical system/specific roles of emergency response teams from first responders to EMS Paramedics to emergency room patient care. This course emphasizes on emergency first responder and firefighter emergency patient care and their roles and responsibilities associated with the EMS system.  A review will be done on pre-hospital care, patient assessments in both medical and trauma situations, anatomy and physiology of body systems including neurological, respiratory, cardiac, head and spinal injuries, etc.  Recertification is valid for 3 years. Oversight incl. Course 22 hours in length. Tuition fee: $300.00. Brady 12th Edition Emergency Care workbook and textbook available at St. Clair College Bookstore. Pre-requisite: CPR - Level C, AED, Standard First Aid. This program meets or exceeds the standards from the Ontario Fire Marshal's Office. This program is supported & endorsed by Dr. C. Fedoruk and under the medical direction of Medcontrol Consultants Inc.
SPRING
550 Apr 13, Fri, 5:00P-8:00P, Apr 14,15, Sat, Sun, 8:30A-5:30P [COURSE CLOSED]

CNT 337N

Emergency care for critically ill patients.  This course will enhance patient care provided by first responders for those emergency situations where immediate drug treatment may be necessary to enhance patient outcome prior to EMS arrival and advanced care. Symptom Relief Medications include: glucose gel, Glucagon, Nitroglycerin, Epinephrine, Ventolin and ASA. Course Manual and Medical Delegation included.  Course is 12 hours in length. Scheduled on demand. Per person tuition fee: $390 – Maximum class size 16. Pre-requisite: EPC-I, CPR - Level C, AED. This program meets or exceeds the standards from the Ministry of Health, Emergency Health Services. This program is supported & endorsed by Medcontrol Consultants Inc.
SPRING
550 2660 Scheduled on Demand; Fri 6:00P-10:00P, Sat. 8:30A-4:30P

GNR 1623N

This course introduces and provides a general understanding of fire alarm protection systems. The purpose and specific application of the different codes and standards that regulate the industry, architectural considerations regarding fire containment, information about testing laboratories, their procedures, testing methods and how listed/approved materials achieve greater degrees of life safety are covered. Other topics include: the nature of fire, extinguishing methods, fire alarm testing methods, interpretation of drawings, specifications and other contract documents. $335
SPRING
550 2730 May 1-Jun 21, Tue, Thu, 6:30P-9:30P

GNR 1622N
This course addresses the types of life safety systems in use today and the types and applications of automatic fire detectors. Also discussed are the types of initiating and indicating devices, including their use and application. The uses of audio evacuation systems are also included.  An important element of this subject is gaining an understanding of the relative strengths and weaknesses of the various devices and systems. Based on this understanding, the student should be able to put forth alternative strategies that may be used to provide a reasonable and adequate level of life safety for the building occupants and users. Practical “hands on” experience with equipment is also provided. Students are required to follow all safety rules and regulations when working in the labs.  Successful completion of this course as well as the required pre and co-requisite courses and a one year period of on the job training as required by the Canadian Fire Alarm Association will earn the successful candidate the status of Certified Fire Alarm Technician. $298
SUMMER
550 1879 Jul 3-Aug 9, Tue, Thu, 6:30P-9:30P

GNR 1621N

This course will provide techniques in Non-Violent Crisis Intervention.  Approved by the Ministry of Community and Social Services, the unique Safe Management Group (SMG) certification is a result of extensive collaboration between psychologists, behaviour therapists and internationally recognized physical intervention specialists.  The humanistic approach to crisis intervention training promotes both individual and community safety. Emphasis will be on the need to respect your client's or patient's wellbeing, while ensuring that you and others are not placed in unsafe situations.  To obtain certification, the learner must successfully complete both the theory and practical components.  This course is ideal for staff working with special needs individuals, educational environments, long term care facilities, mental health, medical personnel, security personnel and emergency response teams. $169.50 (tuition $130.00, materials $20.00, HST $19.50)
SPRING
550 2760 May 8-May 24 Tue, Thu, 6:00P-8:30P [COURSE CLOSED]