Specialized Courses
SIRIUSMEDx® specializes in first aid training and also offers programs tailored to the specific needs of remote regions and healthcare.
Explore our specialized training programs below.
Specialized Courses
SIRIUSMEDx® specializes in first aid training and also offers programs tailored to the specific needs of remote regions and healthcare.
Explore our specialized training programs below.
Training for Healthcare Professionals
Training for Healthcare Professionals
Mental Health in Remote Areas
Through practical learning activities and simulations, participants will be able to develop their intervention skills and first aid knowledge in mental health for remote areas.
Oxygen Therapy
This course for divers combines a CPR-AED (Level A) module and oxygen administration. Participants will learn how to respond to diving or submersion incidents by understanding the vital systems of the human body.
Stitches and Wound Care
Supervised by a physician, this advanced workshop for remote area care includes: Suturing and Intramuscular Injections. This module is a hands-on training session where participants learn or review their suturing techniques.
Safety, Risk Management, and Rescue
Safety, Risk Management, and Rescue
Risk Management
Learning essential tools to create or enhance risk management strategies. This course includes discussions and group exercises aimed at applying risk management theory to actionable plans, documentation, and activities that participants can use in their workplace.
Search and Rescue
Overview of the legal implications of a search and rescue operation, the basics of navigation (GPS, map, compass), and search operations. The basic training is aimed at volunteers, while the advanced training is intended for coordinators.
Ice Safety
We offer safety and rescue training for individuals working on ice and in cold water.
The duration of this training can vary depending on the specific needs of your organization.
Bears, Predators, and Firearms
Bears, Predators, and Firearms
Bear Safety and Prevention
Participants in the bear safety and prevention course learn that preparation is key to preventing dangerous encounters! They will learn to recognize habitats and risks, understand different species, plan their movements, and observe and comprehend bear behavior.
Predators and At-Risk Animals: Safety and Prevention
Provides individuals working in remote areas with a deep understanding of the habitat and behavior of wild predators in various regions of Canada and the North.
Firearms: Safety and Practice
This course covers all aspects related to carrying firearms for predator control. The content includes handling and using firearms, basic safety guidelines, detecting and observing animals, user responsibilities, storage and transportation of firearms, and shooting exercises.
Self-Reliance, Survival, and Navigation
Self-Reliance, Survival, and Navigation
Self-Reliance in Remote Areas
This customized practical program imparts the basic principles for preparing to work in remote areas. Participants will gain a fundamental understanding and the skills to handle various emergencies through discussions, demonstrations, hands-on practice, and simulations.
Survival in the Forest
This training is available in two different formats based on your needs:
The hands-on approach
The experiential approach
Find out which version best suits your needs.
Survival in Arctic or Winter Environments
Participants will gain knowledge related to managing accidents and illnesses inherent to remote environments and the Arctic. Through hands-on workshops, they will also cover the basic components of safety in remote areas, survival, and trip preparation.
GPS and Navigation
This customized program is specifically designed for geologists, research agents, and field agents who need a solid foundation in the use of Global Positioning System (GPS) technology.
The program requires practical exercises and outdoor activities.
Map and Compass
The training is a customized program tailored to your needs and specifically designed for field professionals.
Participants will learn how to read maps and navigate using a map and compass, especially in situations where technological tools are unavailable or malfunctioning. The program includes practical exercises and outdoor activities.