Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Course

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. 

Prerequisites: No prior first aid training required

Duration: Minimum 14 hours in-class

Our Standard First Aid course goes beyond the basics, offering a comprehensive two-day curriculum that covers essential topics, including:

• Understanding The Red Cross and its mission
• Preparing to respond effectively in emergency situations
• Navigating the EMS (Emergency Medical Services) system
• Mastering the Check, Call, Care protocol
• Managing airway emergencies
• Responding to breathing and circulation emergencies
• Administering first aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
• Expert wound care techniques
• Handling head, neck, and spinal injuries
• Addressing bone, muscle, and joint injuries
• Rapid response to sudden medical emergencies
• Identifying and responding to environmental illnesses
• Effective measures to handle poison-related incidents
• Comprehensive coverage of content mandated by specific legislation

3-year certification in Standard First Aid and CPR Level A or C

CPR C: 7.5 hours in-class 

Participants receive a wealth of valuable materials, including the First Aid & CPR course materials (available in print and/or eBook formats), the Comprehensive Guide to First Aid & CPR (eBook), and access to Standard First Aid – Online resources. Upon successful completion, you'll receive a digital certificate to showcase your achievement.