Basic First Aid - Level A CPR


In this basic one-day course students will learn lifesaving first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for the workplace or home. 

This Red Cross certified course meets legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and includes the latest first aid and CPR guidelines.
  • Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive at Certificate from the Canadian Red Cross that is valid for three years. 
  • Passing grade on exam 75%
  • Attendance and full participation are mandatory. (See Cancellation Policy)
  • Courses begin at 8:00 a.m. sharp and may continue beyond 4:30 p.m. (Mountain Time)
  • Energy Safety Canada offices are available to support during regular business hours. Please contact Customer Service at 1-800-667-5557 or at [email protected] 

Topics Covered

  • Emergency scene management
  • Preparing to respond
  • The EMS system
  • Check, Call, Care
  • Airway emergencies
  • Breathing and circulation emergencies
  • CPR & AED
  • First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
  • Wound care
  • Opioid poisoning awareness

Requirements

  • Government-issued, photo ID
  • Students must be adequately prepared to participate in English for required course elements
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