ENGLISH – Basic/Emergency First Aid + CPR Level A & AED – Blended Learning

This course is currently only available on custom request, please complete our onsite course request form.

This course is Blended Learning, which is a combination of 4 hours of online instruction (self-paced) and 3.5 hours of in-class face to face instruction either 1/2 day or 1 evening.

Please note: The 4-hour online component needs to be completed before the 3.5 hours of in-class instruction.

This course provides essential first aid training for responding to emergencies. Learners will develop knowledge and skills in CPR, AED use, choking response, circulation emergencies, wound care, and more. Through hands-on practice and real-life scenarios, this course equips individuals with the confidence and knowledge to act quickly in emergencies. Course curriculum meets the requirements for the Federal or Provincial Authority Having Jurisdiction over first aid training for the workplace. This course aligns with CSA (Canadian Standards Association) Basic First Aid (Z1210-17). Ideal for workplaces, community members, and anyone seeking basic first aid certification for use at work, in the community, or at home.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the topics that are covered?

Preparing to respond The EMS system Check, Call, Care Airway emergencies Breathing & circulation emergencies First Aid for respiratory & cardiac arrest Wound care

What is the certification period?

3-year Canadian Red Cross valid certification recognized in the workplace (Recertification session is required every 3 years) Digital certificate issued upon successful completion.

What additional certifications are there?

This training includes AED (Automated External Defibrillation) certification

What is the minimum passing grade?

Completion Criteria • Demonstrate a working competency in all required skills. • Achieve a minimum score of 75% on a written, closed-book knowledge evaluation completed independently. • Attend and actively participate in 100% of the course. • Must adhere to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross.

Are there any prerequisites required for this course?

No, this is a full Certification course for those who have never taken a First Aid & CPR course before, or for those who have an expired certificate.

What learner materials will I receive?

• First Aid & CPR eBook (If a participant would like a print CPR & First Aid book, they may purchase one on the day or first evening of their training.) • Comprehensive Guide to First Aid & CPR (eBook) • Emergency First Aid CPR A – Online access • Standard First Aid / Canadian Standards Association (CSA) Intermediate certificate (digital certificate issued upon successful completion)

What's the difference between Emergency First Aid and Standard First Aid?

Emergency First Aid is a one-day course including the following topics: Preparing to respond The EMS system Check, Call, Care Airway emergencies Breathing & circulation emergencies First Aid for respiratory & cardiac arrest Wound care Standard First Aid is a two-day course including all the topics taught in Emergency First Aid plus the following: Head & Spine Injuries Bone, Muscle & Joint Injuries Sudden medical emergencies Environmental emergencies Poisons