How to become an MFR

MFR Registration Renewal

MFR Agency Registration

Mandatory Essential Competencies

First time MFR Registration

Before registering please see EHS MFR Program Document Nos. 12008.00, 12010.00 & 12015.00 for Registration and Re-registration requirements.

For Initial EHS MFR Registration:

Please have an electronic copy of your St. John Ambulance, Canadian Red Cross or Rescue7 Medical First Responder certificate. It will be required to register. If you have taken a Bridging Course, please upload the certificate issued by MFR Services.

NOTE: Applications must include the name of the registered MFR agency you are associated with. Incomplete applications will not be processed.

MFR Registration Application

Eligibility

Must be 19 years of age or older
Current NS Resident
Successfully completed MFR training by an EHS approved training agency (Canadian Red Cross or St. John Ambulance or Rescue 7)
Must be associated with an EHS registered MFR agency

Individuals who meet the above eligibility may apply for registration with EHS MFR Services by submitting the MFR Registration/Re-registration Online Application and uploading or sending copy of their MFR Certificate to EHS MFR Services.

Registration with EHS MFR Services is for a three-year period. Tags are NOT renewed automatically; you have to re-apply on-line to receive your new MFR tag.

Canadian Red Cross: 1-877-356-3226

St. John Ambulance: 1-800-565-5056

Rescue 7: 1-888-294-4208

MFR Training Course

The course that is required for a person to become certified as an EHS Medical First Responder is approximately 40-hours. This program builds on the advanced First Aid curriculum to include practical training on the use of tools/equipment provided by EHS MFR.