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.

DURATION

CPR A: 13 hours in-class OR 5.5 hours in-class + 8 hours online learning*

CPR C: 14 hours in-class OR 7.5 hours in-class + 8 hours online learning*

COMPLETION

• Successfully demonstrate skills and critical steps
• 75% mark for written knowledge evaluation
• Attend and participate in 100% of the course

CERTIFICATION

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

RECERTIFICATION

CPR A:  3 hours in-class + 4 hours online learning*

CPR C:  4 hours in-class + 4 hours online learning*

*On-line learning time will vary depending on thelearner.

COURSE CONTENT

• 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 any other content required by specific legislation

Participant’s Material

Abstract of First Aid and CPR (in paper or electronic format)

Detailed Guide to First Aid and CPR (e-book)

General First Aid Course – Online Access

General First Aid Certificate (electronic certificate issued at the end of the course)