Standard First Aid including CPR/AED Certification

This 16 hour course is spread out over two consecutive days and includes CPR Level C skills and certification.

Comprehensive First Aid & CPR techniques for those who need training for work requirements, or who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies in the workplace or home. The course covers a variety of topics from basic (such as cardiovascular and breathing emergencies, CPR Level C, AED, prevention of disease transmission) to in-depth topics, such as sudden medical conditions and injuries to the head and spine.

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The following items are covered in this Standard First Aid including CPR/AED Certification class:

  • The Red Cross
  • Preparing to Respond
  • Legalities BC/AB
  • The Emergency Medical Services System
  • The Body System
  • Emergency Action Principles
  • Airway Emergencies
  • Breathing Emergencies
  • Cardiovascular Emergencies
  • CPR/AED (Automated External Defibrillation)
  • Bleeding Management and Shock
  • Secondary Survey
  • Preventing of Disease Transmission
  • Head and Spine Injuries (Prevention)
  • Musculoskeletal Injuries
  • Soft Tissue Injuries
  • Sudden Medical Conditions
  • Poisons, Substance Abuse and Misuse
  • Healthy Lifestyles
  • First Aid Supplies

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16 Hours

hdgPrerequisites

The following are the prerequisite that a student is required to have before being allowed into this course:

  • NONE

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Completion Criteria:
• Ability to comprehend and successfully demonstrate the skills and pass a knowledge evaluation with a minimum mark of 75%
• Participants must attend and participate in 100% of the course

hdgCertifications Earned

Upon successful completion of this program you will have earned the following tickets:

  • Certification Card
  • Certification valid for 3 years

hdgAdditional Information

What to bring:
• Pen and paper
• Comfortable clothing (CPR will involve physical activity)
• In-door footwear

Quality Assurance:
Red Cross may monitor this course at any time.

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