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

November 3-4, 17-18, and 19-20  | 9am - 5pm | $270 (no gst)
December dates tbd

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

Red Cross Standard First Aid / CPR-C RECERTIFICATION

November 6 | 9am - 5pm | $160 (no gst)

Update and recertify your Standard First Aid/CPR-C certification in this 7.5 hour course. You can recertify your SFA/CPR-C certification any time with in the 3-year certification period. After your certification expires you are no longer able to register for a recertification course, and must take the full 2 day course again.

Prerequisite: current Standard First Aid/CPR-C certification. Must show proof of current certification to register.

Red Cross Wilderness First Aid

Spring 2026 | 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.

Firearms Safety (Non-Restricted)

Saturday, November 8 | 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.

Deadline to register: October 31. Registrations after this date are non-refundable.

WELLNESS

Conscious Aging: Aging with Passion and Purpose

December 9-10 | Tues/Wed | 9am-4pm | Free (registration required)

This introductory-level workshop weaves together a powerful set of practices including life review work, legacy work, setting intentions, reflective practices alone and in-group, four direction teachings, and holding council. All of these practices help you identify and clear out old beliefs, attitudes, behaviours and identifications that no longer serve you as you transition into a new chapter of life. They will open you to new clarity about your unique potential, calling and path in the elder third of your life. Participants can continue the work undertaken at this workshop through an ongoing Wisdom Circle.

Instructor Larry Gray holds a B.Sc., M.E.S., M.Ed. and is Faculty Emeritus, Yukon University. With a deep curiosity about Conscious Aging and extensive training in this field, Larry is a faculty member of the Centre for Conscious Eldering and is a certified trainer through Sag-ing International.

BUSINESS & ADMIN

Microsoft Teams 365 Essentials

Friday, Nov 14 | 1-4:30pm | $115.00+gst

In this half-day course, participants will build confidence navigating Microsoft Teams: hosting video meetings, managing chats, and effective online communication.

Registration Deadline: November 12, 2025. Registrations after this date are non-refundable.

Excel Lv 1

November 17-19 • Mon-Wed | 9am-12pm | $150.00+gst

This 9 hour course is intended to help all novice computer users familiarize themselves with the basic tools, functions, and possibilities of Microsoft Excel.

Registration Deadline: November 12, 2025. Registrations after this date are non-refundable.

Excel Lv 2

November 24-26 • Mon-Wed | 9am-12pm | $150.00+gst

This 9 hour course is intended to help all users become familiar with some of the more advanced features of Excel, such as pivot tables, visual charts, complex formulas, and more.

Registration Deadline: November 19, 2025. Registrations after this date are non-refundable.

Intro to Sharepoint

Dec. 1 & 2 + 8 & 9 • Mon-Tues | 1-4:30pm | $325.00+gst

This 14 hour course is intended to familiarize users with Sharepoint, a cloud-based service within Microsoft 365 that helps organizations share and manage content, knowledge, and more.

Registration Deadline: November 26, 2025. Registrations after this date are non-refundable.

DRIVING

Class 4 Prep Course

TBD | 9am - 4pm | $125.00+gst

This is a 6-hour classroom-based course:

It is intended for those who want to refresh their mental driver skills and/or those who would like to upgrade their license to a Class 4 (professional) in order to operate a taxi, ambulance, van, mini-school bus 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. The written exam has a cost of $20.00, which is not covered by YukonU.

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