Course Overview

Certification renewal of the comprehensive in-person delivery course. Only valid for those with an active Red Cross First Aid Ceritification from a full course within the last 3 years.

This course covers 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.

Includes the latest First-Aid and CPR guidelines. Meets federal and a variety of provincial/territorial regulations for Standard First Aid and CPR. Exceeds other standards by including injury prevention content, CPR and AED.

Course Overview

1. The Red Cross

2. Responding to Emergencies

3. Check, Call, Care

4. Choking

5. Circulation Emergencies

6. CPR and AED

7. Breathing Emergencies

8. Wound Care

9. Head, Neck and Spinal Injuries

10. Bone, Muscle and Joint injuries

11. Sudden Medical Emergencies

12. Environmental Illness

13. Poisons

14. Skills Test

In-Class Delivery

• In-Class learning through Powerpoints, activities and hands-on training:

  • Day 1: (Approx. 8 hours)

    • All chapters (Short theory and skills demonstrations)

Special Notes

• Certificates will be emailed within 3 business days of completion

  • Temporary certificates are available upon request

• Course Cost: $65

• EMT Discount: Get a $3 discount when you send EMT payment to academy@metrocarehealth.ca

• Cancellation/Rescheduling Fee: $20