EMRG 005 - Emergency Response Driver Training
Course Description
Specialized driving skills play a critical role in the effectiveness and safety of Emergency Medical Responders (EMRs) in Alberta. Build your EMR skillset and learn to respond to emergencies quickly while reducing risks in challenging driving conditions with our driver preparation course.
Emergency Responder Driving Training is one of four required courses for our recently revised Emergency Medical Responder Certificate of Achievement and what you'll learn here is an integral part of the entry to practice with the Canadian Organization of Paramedic Regulators (COPR).
Delivered in an engaging learning format by our industry-experienced instructors, you'll participate in online self-paced learning, virtual lectures and hands-on, in-person track days. In this 42-hour course, you'll gain a deep understanding of current Alberta-specific legislation, master the art of emergency vehicle pre-inspection and get skilled at navigating and responding to a variety of road conditions and potential hazards. With a focus on advanced driving maneuvers, this course ensures that EMRs and other first responders are thoroughly prepared to drive with confidence and competence.
Note: Registration for this course closes 14 days before the course start date. You’ll need to upload your proof of age and driver's licence documentation before you can register. See Student Eligibility and How to Register sections below for more information.
This course is ideal if you:
- are planning on completing the SAIT EMR Certificate of Achievement
- are a first responder wanting to refresh or deepen your knowledge of current Alberta driving regulations.
Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you’ll be able to:
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of federal and provincial Acts and regulations that pertain to operating an ambulance in Alberta
- demonstrate knowledge and understanding of performing a vehicle inspection
- demonstrate how to proactively, offensively and defensively share the road with other road users
- demonstrate basic knowledge and understanding of Transportation of Dangerous Goods
- demonstrate knowledge and ability to operate an ambulance under differing road conditions at differing times of day and times of year
- demonstrate knowledge and ability to perform ambulance-specific driving techniques and maneuvers
- demonstrate knowledge and ability to actively avoid collisions.
This blended course is structured and guided. All coursework must be completed as per the course schedule and no later than the course end date. For an optimal learning and job-ready experience, you'll need to bring your motivation and organizational skills, be punctual and attend and participate in all virtual and in-person training sessions.
To request a course outline, contact ConEdAdvising@sait.ca.
Funding Opportunities
Learn more about how to pay for or reduce your education/training costs with available awards, bursaries, loan options and grants, including the Canada Alberta Job Grant.
In order to register for this course, you must first provide documented proof that you are at least 18 years old and hold at minimum a Probationary Class 5-Graduated Driver's Licence (GDL).
There are no prerequisites for this course.
Delivery formats: For your convenience, this course is delivered in a blended format which includes online asynchronous, online synchronous (virtual) and in-person classroom/lab. Learn more about our delivery formats.
Course completion: Upon successful completion of this non-credit course, you’ll receive an electronic copy of your official SAIT transcript. You’ll also be able to self-print a proof of completion document from your Continuing Education student account. You'll also receive a completion card for the Professional Driver Improvement Course (PDIC), valid for one year.
To work as a designated EMR professional in Alberta, you must be registered with the Alberta College of Paramedics (ACoP) and hold an active practice permit. You must complete the registration application process including examination within one year of having completed the EMR Certificate of Achievement program.
This course is a mandatory requirement from the ACoP to obtain your EMR certification and enables you to take your COPR exam.
Admission is based on a first-qualified, first-registered basis. Registration closes 14 days prior to the course start date. Payment in full is required upon registration by Visa or Mastercard.
To self-serve register online:
- Set up your Con Ed student account.
- Click on the EMRG-005 course section you want to take and follow the prompts in the online shopping cart process to upload you proof documentation. It'll take 24-48 hours to verify and approve your submission. Once approved, you'll be notified by email to complete your online registration for EMRG-005.
Note: If you've already provided proof of your valid Class-5 GDL driver's licence to us as part of your application into EMRG-001 Emergency Response Fundamentals, you may choose to skip the self-serve online registration process for EMRG-005. Phone us directly at 1.888.284.7051 with your SAIT ID and credit card information and we'll register you into your desired course section instead.
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Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- Emergency Medical Responder Certificate of Achievement : Required Courses