RED CROSS STANDARD FIRST AID COURSE

Duration: 13–14 hours teaching time

Blended Standard First Aid: 8 hours online learning*, 5.5-7.5 hours teaching time

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.

Includes any other content required by specific legislation

Completion : 100% attendance and participation; 75% min. passing grade on a written, closed book knowledge evaluation; and adherence to the Fundamental Principles.

Certification : 3-year certification in Standard First Aid, CPR Level A or C, and AED

Recertification : Standard First Aid: 6.5–7.5 hours; includes CPR Level A or C and AED; adheres to local legislation

Blended Standard First Aid: 4 hours online learning*, 3-4 hours teaching time

*Online learning time may vary depending on the learner

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 spine injuries

Bone, muscle and joint injuries

Sudden Medical Emergencies

Environmental illnesses

Poisons (includes opioid poisoning)