First Aid Courses

Be ready when it counts. Gain the confidence and skills to respond effectively in emergencies.

Intermediate First Aid

This Government of Alberta approved first aid course provides comprehensive training in all aspects of first aid and CPR including spinal, environmental, bone, joint, abdominal and chest injuries, as well as burns and medical emergencies. Includes CPR-C and AED certification.

Intermediate First Aid Recertification

This recertification requires both a theory and practical examination of all Intermediate First Aid skills.

First Aid Instructor/Examiner

This 32-hour course prepares participants to teach and evaluate candidates in Lifesaving Society CPR, Emergency First Aid, Intermediate First Aid, Aquatic Emergency Care, CPR-HCP, and Oxygen Administration programs. Participants also learn class management, safety supervision, principles of evaluation and long/short-term planning.

First Aid Instructor Recertification

This recertification course evaluates Instructor Level 1 leadership competencies, facilitates networking and provides instructors with updates from the Lifesaving Society.

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