Standard First Aid
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.
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CPR A: 13 hours in-class OR 7 hours in-class + 8 hours online learning*
CPR C: 14 hours in-class OR 7 hours in-class + 8 hours online learning*
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Successfully demonstrate skills and critical steps
Min. 75% mark for written knowledge evaluation
Attend and participate in 100% of the course
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3-year certification in Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level A or C
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CPR A: 7 hours in-class OR 3 hours in-class + 4 hours online learning*
CPR C: 7.5 hours in-class OR 4 hours in-class + 4 hours online learning*
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The Red Cross
Preparing to respond
The EMS system
Check, Call, Care
Airway emergencies
Breathing and Circulation emergencies
First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
Wound care
Head, neck and spinal injuries
Bone, muscle and joint injuries
Sudden Medical Emergencies
Environmental Illnesses
Poisons (includes opioid poisoning)
Basic Life Support
Designed to build participant confidence in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills in a team environment for professionals with a duty to respond. Teaches the important steps to perform a rapid assessment, perform Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, and perform rapid defibrillation including use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Airway Management and Oxygen Therapy can also be added as additional certifications to this course.
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In-facility care providers, including nursing staff, care aides, medical and dental professionals. Pre-hospital care providers, which may include professionals in a fire service, rescue team, sports-medicine, lifeguards and ski patrol.
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Stand-alone course – 4 hours
With Airway Management – 5 hours
With Oxygen Therapy – 5 hours
With Airway Management and Oxygen Therapy – 6 hours
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Successfully demonstrate all course skill competencies
Minimum 75% mark for written, closed book, knowledge evaluation
Attend and participate in 100% of the course
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1-year certification in Basic Life Support (digital certificate issued upon successful completion)
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2 hours
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Glove removal
Primary Assessment
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
Airway Obstruction
Assisted Ventilation
Basic Life Support special considerations
Psychological First Aid
This course equips learners in developing a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, trauma and grief on others, with emphasis on self-care and personal protection. Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model - a resiliency-building approach to emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing that teaches learners how to support themselves and others to cope with the effects of various types of stress. The course uses primarily case-based learning and includes the latest evidence from the international community.
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Course is adaptable to all audiences (Youth, Workplace, Professional Responder)
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12 hours in-class OR
45-90 minutes online learning and 7 hours in-class
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16 years of age (recommended)
Psychological First Aid - Self-Care online course (required for blended option only)
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Successfully participate in 100% of the in-class course
Successfully complete the online course: Psychological First Aid – Self-Care (required for blended option only)
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3-year certification in Psychological First Aid
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Case-based learning and discussion will be tailored to the audience and include the following content:
Introduction to Red Cross
Case Studies
Psychological First Aid
Operational Principles
Stress, Distress
Loss and Grief
Trauma
Indicators
Vulnerable Populations
Supportive Communication
Look, Listen, Link, Live
Resiliency and Protective Factors
Protection
Policies, Legislation
Self-Care
Babysitting
Offers basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth 11-15 years old. Participants learn how to provide care to children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. The course also offers youth the skills to promote themselves as babysitters to prospective families.
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7 – 8 hours
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Minimum 11 years of age (or completion of Grade 5)
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How to be responsible and demonstrate leadership
How to make good decisions and manage difficult behaviours
Information on children’s developmental stages, and specific strategies for each stage
How to feed, diaper, dress, and play with children and babies
How to recognize and prevent unsafe situations, make safe choices and promote safe behaviours
First aid skills
The business of babysitting
Stay Safe!
Offers basic first aid and safety skills for youth 9-13 years old. Participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their communities.
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5 – 6 hours
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Minimum 9 years of age (or completion of Grade 3)
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The importance of responsibility and respect while being accountable for yourself
The importance of setting and following safety rules when on your own
How to stay safe at home and within the community
How to prepare for, recognize and respond to unexpected situations (e.g., inclement weather, strangers, and unanticipated visits)
Basic first aid skills
Interested in Booking a Private group?
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