Intermediate First Aid and CPR-C

Learn life-saving skills through our Standard First Aid and CPR courses

You can get certified at the Y through our Standard First Aid and CPR courses! These courses not only provide participants with valuable life-saving skills, but they also include the latest first aid and CPR guidelines, meeting legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards.

We offer both original courses for those who have never been certified before, as well as recertification courses for those who need to renew their certification. Our courses are taught by certified Canadian Red Cross experienced instructors who are passionate about teaching and providing participants with the knowledge and confidence to respond effectively in emergency situations.

Whether you are looking to start a new career or simply want to be prepared for emergencies, our Standard First Aid and CPR courses are the perfect choice.

Course Types

A comprehensive course in a blended format 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.

DURATION

Original: Blended: 8 hours online* and 8 hours in class

Recertification: Blended: 4 hours online* and 4 hours in class

PREREQUISTE

Original: Participants must be 16 years or older.

Recertification: Successful completion of Standard First Aid with CPR-C Original within 3 years of course date.

COMPLETION

Successfully complete online learning
Successfully demonstrate skills and critical steps
Min. 75% mark for multiple choice knowledge evaluation
Attend and participate in 100% of the course

CERTIFICATION

3-year certification in Standard First Aid with CPR Level C

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 spinal injuries
Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
Sudden Medical Emergencies
Environmental Illnesses
Poisons
Includes any other content required by specific legislation

PARTICIPANT MATERIALS

First Aid & CPR (print and/or eBook)
Standard First Aid CPR C – online access
Pen and notebook
Towel, blanket, or kneeling cushion
CPR certificate (digital certificate issued upon successful completion)

*Online learning time will vary depending on the learner.

Course

General Public/
Non-Member

Member

Volunteer/

Subsidy

Staff

Intermediate First Aid Original

$140

$119

$70

$0

Intermediate First Aid Recertification

$105

$89.25

$52.50

$0

Courses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) provide the skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking for adults, children, and babies. Courses meet legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and include the latest CPR-C guidelines and training in the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

DURATION

3.5 hours in-class.

This recertification is in-person only.

PREREQUISTE

Participant must be 16 years or older.

Successful completion of CPR-C original course or Standard First Aid with CPR-C within 3 years of course date.