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School District No. 43 (Coquitlam)
Learning for a Lifetime
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Occupational First Aid (OFA) - Level 1

Dates TBD 
*applications will be accepted on a first-come-first-served basis

Course information:

Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 1 is a one-day course designed to cover all medical techniques considered to be within the responsibility of the Occupational First Aid Level 1 Attendant as required by the Workers' Compensation Board of BC (WCB). 

Requirements:
  • age: must be at least 16 years old at the time of the course
  • Students will pay $95.00 (Normally $130-$1500 to non-members
  • Must have valid government-issued photo ID is required to receive a certificate (ex: driver's license, passport, NEXUS, BCID,...)​​
Other Information: 

18 seats available across the district. 

Main topics covered include:

  • Basic Life Support (CPR - A) -- CPR with Automated Defibrillator Training
  • Small Wound Management
  • Critical Airway, breathing and circulation interventions with C-spine management​

In order to be successful, participants must demonstrate practical skill competency and achieve 70% on a multiple choice exam. On successful completion of the course, participants receive a 3-year certification​

"What the L"  ICBC Learner Permit Program 

November 18th and November 25th β€‹
*applications will be accepted on a needs-based system


What the L Program – Applications Now Open!

The What the L Program gives students the opportunity to prepare for and earn their β€œL” driver’s license while also developing valuable skills in safety, responsibility, and independence.

This is a 2-day program offered to students 16 years and older, providing step-by-step support from an ICBC instructor.

What’s Included:

  • Two-day session with an ICBC instructor

  • Practice tests and driver manuals

  • Transportation to the ICBC testing center

  • β€œL” test booked through SD43 (skip the wait times)

  • Breakfast and lunch provided

  • Up to 10 FREE driving lessons upon successful completion of the program


  • Application Due Date: Wednesday, October 22nd

  • Application Pick-Up: Thursday, October 23rd

  • Program Dates: Tuesday, November 18th & Tuesday, November 25th @ Winslow Center 

Please complete the application below and submit it to your Youth Worker, Counselor or Post Secondary Advisor. 

WHAT THE L APPLICATION 2025 ED..pdf


BCIT "Enhanced Bridge Watch Rating" Program

Are you passionate about our coastal waters?

Start your career at sea as a deckhand! Explore a marine career working on tugboats, ferries, or deep-sea vessels. BCIT is offering, tuition-free,  the Enhanced Bridge Watch Rating Program and the hands-on training required for a sea faring career.

Age requirement:

  • ​must be at least 18 by th​e end of the program​... could start when 17, depending on your birthdate
  • open to grads (up to age 26).

Intake dates and times:​

  • BCIT will be updating the dates (usually Mon - Fri, 8.30am - 3.30pm)
​For more information and application, see links in the right column.







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School District No. 43 (Coquitlam)

1080 Winslow Avenue, Coquitlam BC
V3J 0M6
604-939-9201 604-939-7828