Hello! Thanks for taking the time to visit our site! I am originally from Cochrane and I am very proud to be a part of this incredible community. I am a Primary Care Paramedic and have been a First Aid Instructor since 2017. Other than being a dad, my favourite things to do are fishing and golf. We hope that after a course with us, you can say it was a day well spent! We have seen first aid go through some pretty big changes over the years and are excited to bring you courses with great information while emphasizing classroom skills practice for different emergencies. I couldn’t be happier with the team at CETS and appreciate you choosing us for your training!

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Hello! I'm the voice on the other side of your emails and phone calls.  I am a mom of three young kids who try their best to stay quiet when mom is answering work calls. I am a Registered Nurse at the Alberta Children's Hospital working part time in both the Pediatric ICU and Neonatal ICU. My passion for health and safety training branches deeply into our work at CETS. I am thrilled to be offering FREE Child and Infant Health and CPR/Choking workshops to our community every month at CETS. I have seen firsthand how important rapid response time is when dealing with emergencies at home with loved ones and feel it is essential that everyone have access to learning these skills. You may also catch me in the classroom teaching BLS, ACLS and PALS! We hope to have you register with us! 

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Hi! I have called Cochrane home for 25 years. I was an EMT and then became a Registered Nurse working most of my 20 plus years in Intensive Care and Coronary Care. I am a Red Cross First Aid & CPR, Babysitting and Stay Safe instructor and am currently completing my Psychological First Aid Instructors. I am also a Heart and Stoke BLS instructor. I am a mom of two beautiful daughters age 22 & 20 that are following in my footsteps and becoming RN’s. I enjoy spending time with my family, getting out hiking and spending time on our boat. I think it is important for people to take First Aid and the best part of teaching is helping them understand how to help others in emergency situations, passing on my knowledge and experience to people in my classes.

Originally from Yellowknife, NT Tom is happy to be enjoying the milder winters in Alberta.
He has worked in EMS in the North and in Alberta for the over 6 years, including EMS,
industrial, and medical event standby.
Tom also has a background in education, culinary, logistics, and is a veteran of the
Canadian Armed Forces. He also owns 2 business. When he isn’t working you can find him
enjoying outdoor activities with his dog Nevvy.
Tom enjoys sharing his knowledge, experience, and passion for helping others through
teaching First Aid and professional responder courses.

Jess is a Registered Nurse, BLS instructor with Heart and Stroke, and the co-founder of Flourish Maternity. With a passion for supporting families through pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood, she combines clinical knowledge with a compassionate, real-life approach to education. Her passion for health and safety has grown extensively since becoming a parent and experiencing that life doesn't always follow policy and procedure. She loves to critically think with her class about real life scenarios and ensure people leave feeling empowered and educated. 

Danielle moved to the beautiful foothills country southwest of Calgary in 1992, where she raised her three children and became deeply involved in her community. One of those volunteer commitments led her to join the local volunteer fire department in 1995, which sparked her passion for emergency medical care.

She first completed First Aid and EMR training to become a better firefighter, then began working as an EMT in 2001 and later as a Paramedic in 2004. After 23 years of ambulance work, Danielle retired in May 2024.

Alongside her EMS career, Danielle has been teaching first aid for over 20 years. She believes first aiders play a critical role, often saying that paramedics can’t do their job if someone doesn’t step up and provide care first.

Today, Danielle continues to enjoy life in the foothills, spending time with family and friends, hiking, reading, and continuing to teach first aid.

Her passion for adventure and the outdoors combined with the importance of safety has led her on this journey to becoming a First Aid Instructor and Youth Leader. She is an advanced mountain biker and coach and has a houseful of boys which keeps her busy on her off days. Her smile is welcoming, and her energetic personality brings lots of fun to the classroom.

She is excited to help bring awareness to youth and empower them to start their own path towards safety and caring for others.​​​​​​

Brad is a Registered Respiratory Therapist at Alberta Children's Hospital. He's worked with adult, pediatric and neonatal patients in-hospital in Calgary and in the air ambulance setting in Northern Canada. Brad is an experienced instructor for PALS, ACLS, and BLS, having taught throughout his career. He loves spending time with his kids, hiking, curling and woodworking.

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Hello! I have called Cochrane home my whole life, and love getting the opportunity to engage with its community. I have been a lifeguard and swim instructor since 2017, and carry a passion for safety education. I love the outdoors, and have worn a couple of different hats through seasonal work with Alberta Parks. You may have even met me at the Kananaskis Visitor Centre on your way out hiking or skiing! I am currently pursuing a degree in Ecotourism and Outdoor Leadership to challenge my sense of adventure and expand the boundaries of my safety-oriented and fast-paced skillsets. 

I am thrilled to be a Youth Leader with CETS to share my passion for teaching safety education to the young community.

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Jared’s career in Emergency Management began with the Saskatoon Fire Department and has taken him across multiple sectors, including roles with Calgary Fire Department, Calgary Emergency Management Agency, and Utilities and Environmental Protection. He’s also worked in the oil and gas industry with Inter Pipeline and Enbridge, focusing on business continuity, risk, security, and emergency management.

Jared has taught at the Canadian Emergency Management College and presented at the World Conference on Disaster Management. He’s also been heavily involved in his community, serving as Director for Western Canada with the Disaster Recovery Institute of Canada, President of the Cochrane Foothills Protection Association, and a longtime Scouter with Scouts Canada. He currently serves as Vice President of the Dartique Community Association.

Outside of work, Jared applies his passion for preparedness on his farm—focusing on resilience, biodiversity, and sustainability. When he’s not doing that, you’ll find him with his horses and chickens or spending time with his wife and five kids.

Melissa has been a proud resident of Cochrane since 1998 and brings a wealth of experience and dedication to her work in healthcare. A Registered Nurse since 2016, Melissa has focused her career on seniors' health, advocating for improved quality of life and implementing innovative programs to meet the unique needs of older adults.

Currently pursuing a Master's of Nursing to become a Nurse Practitioner, Melissa is committed to expanding her scope of practice to provide advanced, patient-centered care within the community. Beyond her clinical work, she is deeply passionate about education and is an instructor for Basic Life Support (BLS) and First Aid, empowering individuals with the knowledge and confidence to respond to emergencies.

With a strong connection to Cochrane and a dedication to healthcare excellence, Melissa continues to make a meaningful impact through compassionate care, education, and community involvement.

Hello! I have been working in the oil and gas industry since 2007, with the majority of
my experience based in the oil sands of Northern Alberta. My background is diverse,
with a strong focus in the safety industry and project coordinator roles, where I have
supported diverse teams in demanding industrial environments. I now bring that hands-
on industry experience into the classroom as an instructor, connecting real-world
practices with practical learning to better prepare people for work in the field. Outside of
work, I enjoy spending time with my dog, traveling, skiing, and pursuing adrenaline-
fuelled activities such as paragliding. I’ve called Cochrane home for the past 10 years
and appreciate the balance of small-town living with close access to the mountains.

Hello! I am a Respiratory Therapist who has worked in both adults and pediatrics since 2005 wearing various hats such as Bedside, Transport, Rapid Response, team lead, clinical educator, Sim instructor, pals instructor, and BLS instructor. Patient care is my passion and empowering and teaching others feel be able to handle stressful situations is my goal.

I am the proud mom to two busy boys who keep me on my toes daily and remind me constantly why having basic life saving skills is so important.

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Hello! I was born and raised in the small town of Crossfield, where I still reside today. I have been married since 2012 and have 2 very busy boys and multiple businesses that keep our lives adventurous every day.

When I am not busy with work, or driving my boys to school and activities, I love to volunteer with Crossfield Youth Ministry, go to the Gym, and plan my next holiday!
I am very excited to be part of the CETS team and work alongside a team of devoted and skilled educators.​

Our instructor, David, has been an educator and trainer in both the public and private sectors for over 10 years in a variety of fields and disciplines, such as Standard First Aid courses, swimming instructor and lifeguarding trainer, and firearm handling. His achievements include attaining “Rifleman” status in Project Mapleseed’s marksmanship clinic, obtaining Range Safety Officer certification, and being Holster Safety Certified. His interest in firearms spans over 20 years,​​​​​​​

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Hello! I've been facilitating Mental Health First Aid in a variety of formats since 2016. I have a wealth of experience facilitating sessions for individuals who work with youth or adult populations within vulnerable sectors. I have also worked with industries who deal with hidden stressors such as shift work, customer service, safety and politicized public condemnation.  With both lived and professional experience navigating mental health, I have and will continue to advocate for both those living with mental health and their support systems. I am passionate about this, not only to reduce the stigma associated with mental health problems/diagnosis, but to provide further education to individuals, and provide them with the skills and tools needed to navigate mental health problems or crisis situations. All while reiterating the importance of caring for ourselves like we do others in practicing self-care.