About the Course:
This Canadian Red Cross recertification course is tailored for individuals mandated by their jobs or those keen on enhancing their emergency response abilities at home. It provides a refresher on first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training, following the guidelines set by provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and incorporating the most up-to-date protocols for first aid and CPR. You have the option to take the course in Calgary, Red Deer, or request our Mobile Training Unit to deliver the training at your chosen venue.
This course aligns with the CSA Standard Z1210-17 for Workplace First Aid Training.
Prerequisites:
Recertification: A current Intermediate (Standard) first aid with CPR level C/AED from an approved Canadian Agency.
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)
Includes any other content required by specific legislation.
Course Completion Criteria:
100% attendance and participation
75% min. passing grade on a written, closed book knowledge evaluation
Adherence to the Fundamental Principles.
Participant Materials:
First Aid & CPR (eBook) - Printed materials are available for purchase.
Comprehensive Guide to First Aid & CPR (eBook)
Standard First Aid – Online (Blended only)
Standard First Aid certificate (digital certificate issued upon successful completion)