Opioid Poisoning Response Training for Individuals
SJA training programs for individuals are built to educate everyday Canadians on opioid awareness and response
Opioid poisonings are on the rise across Canada. With proper training, you can be ready to save someone’s life. St. John Ambulance (SJA) has free in-person and self-paced online training programs on opioid awareness and response.
- How to identify drug stigmatization and harm reduction
- How to recognize opioids and their impact on the body
- How to identify and respond to an opioid poisoning emergency
- How to develop a self-care plan

SJA has a variety of Opioid Poisoning Response Training (OPRT) course formats for you to choose from
I see myself ready to assist our residents and community members who may be suffering from opioid poisoning and then we have a reduced case of death resulting from overdose.
Training Program Participant