Registrations are processed on a first come (with payment), first served basis. A 7-day cancellation policy is in effect, unless otherwise stated. 

To Register: Call 867-993-8800 or email dawsoncampus@yukonu.ca 

SAFETY

Red Cross Standard First Aid / CPR-C

May 14/15 + Ongoing | 9pm - 5pm | $270 (no gst)

First Aid skills are applicable in your daily life, both at home and at work, to prepare you to act on, control, and manage life's emergencies. Our certified Canadian Red Cross First Aid training will give you a plan of action for emergencies, and give you the confidence to act.

Comprehensive two-day course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training due to work requirements or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies at home.

Course meets legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and includes the latest first aid and CPR guidelines.

For information about upcoming dates, please email dawsoncampus@yukonu.ca

Firearms Safety (Non-Restricted)

Sat, May 10 | 8:30am - 5:30pm | $170+gst

Topics covered in this course include: the evolution of firearms, major parts, types and actions; safe handling and carrying procedures; safe firing techniques; care of firearms; responsibilities of the firearms owner or user; and safe storage, display, transportation and handling of firearms.

Individuals must complete the course and pass a written and practical test to be eligible to apply for a firearm license.

Please bring your photo ID to the course.

Registration and cancellation deadline for a full refund is February 28. Registration following this date will be subject to the availability of seats.

Red Cross Wilderness First Aid

Mon-Fri, May 26-30 | 8:30am-5:30pm | $575.00 (no gst)
 

Ever wonder what to do if help is not immediately available if someone is ill or injured?

Whether working or enjoying recreational time in the Yukon, learn to apply Standard First Aid/CPR-C skills in remote environments. Understand the perspective of applying these skills in a rural setting versus an urban environment. Focus on shifting your understanding of the environment, decision making and limited resources. Remote First Aid also offers strategies for providing extended care for up to 24 hours. Suitable for those who work, live and adventure in remote locations.

Please note that this course is taught in a 50% indoor and a 50% outdoor setting, regardless of weather. It will require greater physical activity than typical first aid training, you may wish to wear old clothes. There is no prerequisite, although we encourage participants to have taken first aid training prior to this course.

Registration deadline is May 14. Registration after this date is subject to availability.

DRIVING

Air Brakes Endorsement

TBD | 9am - 5pm | $525.00+gst
 

This 24-hour course is designed to give students the knowledge & skills to operate equipment fitted with air brake systems and to maintain that system in a safe operating condition. Students will learn the principles of the various components, correct maintenance and trouble-shooting procedures and the correct adjustment procedures for these components.

Participants of this course will be able to write the government examination during the course. Successfully completing the course, exam and having a Yukon Drivers License will earn a Yukon Government Air Brake Endorsement. The course follows the format and subject matter that is approved by the Government Motor Vehicle Branch.

This course is offered on a regular basis. If you are interested and would like to be kept in the loop about future course dates, please email dawsoncampus@yukonu.ca

Class 4 Driver Prep

April 29 - May 1 | 1 - 3pm | $125 + gst

This is a 6-hour classroom-based course delivered in-person in at the Dawson campus.

This course is intended for those who want to refresh their mental driver skills and who would like to upgrade their license to a Class 4 (professional) to operate a taxi, ambulance, van, mini-school bus and/or any vehicle that seats fewer than 25 people including the driver.

Note: Both the written and practical exams for the Class 4 license need to be completed through the Motor Vehicles Branch at the Territorial Agent office.

From the Northern Institute of Social Justice (NISJ) at Ayamdigut Campus:

Coming soon!

Project Management Skills Program

All courses are offered in partnership with National Project Management Inc. Fall courses include:

• PROJ CE02 - Project Management for Administrative Professionals - April 24, 2025
• PROJ CE06 - Project Communication & Stakeholder Management - May 29, 2025

For more information: Project management | Yukon University

From Continuing Studies at Ayamdigut Campus:

Introduction to Global Society and Climate Change | Online | FREE

A primer course for future climate change training. It explains key terminology, reviews climate change science, and describes different responses to climate change including adaptation and mitigation strategies. For more information and to register: Climate change | Yukon University

Climate Change and the Yukon | Online | FREE

Focuses on climate change impacts, risks, and responses specific to the Yukon. It also highlights organizations, groups, and policies that are relevant to climate change in the Yukon. For more information and to register: Climate change | Yukon University

Northern Energy Innovation | Online | FREE

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of energy literacy. Exploring how the electric energy grid functions and the challenges and opportunities being experienced during our current energy transition. For more information and to register: Energy Literacy | Yukon University

Yukon First Nations 101 | Online | $129 + gst

Yukon First Nations 101 has been developed to educate students, employees, and the public about the history and culture of First Nations in the Yukon. The course also touches on the cultural values shared among Yukon First Nations today and how to communicate respectfully with First Nation individuals and communities. For more information and to register: Yukon First Nations 101 | Yukon University

Yukon Water and Wastewater Operator Program

The Yukon Water and Wastewater Operator program (YWWOP) offers a range of courses designed to meet the needs of new and prospective water and wastewater operators, as well as current operators working within governments (municipal, territorial, federal or First Nation) and the private sector (e.g. mining, water delivery). Our courses are also relevant to any health professional, supervisor, technician or homeowner involved with or interested in water and wastewater.

Our ‘Core’ courses are designed to prepare the participant to write a related Environmental Operators Certification Program (EOCP) exam. ‘Elective’ courses are designed to develop technical and workplace essential skills related to the water and wastewater sector and offer continuing education units (CEUs). ‘Specialized’ courses can be developed to meet the needs of a specific group.

For more information: Yukon Water and Wastewater Operator | Yukon University