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Basic Emergency First Aid – Blended

Basics of First Aid taught online then part 2 is a half-day in class learning hands-on skills.

Apex Training Solutions
Both
10-13 hours
 

This course is a convenient blended version of Basic First Aid. Complete Part 1 online. Part 2 consists of a half day in-class skills component.  Equivalent to the traditional Basic (Emergency) First Aid one day course 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.

Length of course:

Part 1 – 6-8 hours online learning (Online time commitment may vary by learner)

Part 2 – 4-5 hours in-class practical component

Certification

  • Apex Training Solutions
  • Approved by Occupational Health and Safety
  • Valid 3 years

Course Outline

  • Legal Requirements and Responsibilities in the Workplace for Albertans
  • The Need for and Importance of CPR
  • The Sign of Life™ (Primary Assessment)
  • CPR for Adult, Child and Infant (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation)
  • AED Training
  • Partial and Complete Airway Obstructions for Adult, Child and Infant
  • Special Considerations when doing CPR
  • Basic Structure and Function of the Respiratory System
  • Basic Structure and Function of the Circulatory System
  • Risk Factors of Cardiovascular Disease
  • Signs and Symptoms and First Aid for Angina / Heart Attack and TIA / Stroke
  • Severe External Bleeding, Amputations and Care for Amputated Tissue
  • Internal Bleeding / Shock
  • Unconsciousness / Fainting
  • Recovery Position
  • Closed and Open Wounds
  • Scalp, Ear, Eye, Mouth and Nose Injuries
  • Thermal Injuries (Burns)
  • Chemical and Electrical Injuries (Burns)
  • Head and Spine Injuries

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CLASS TESTIMONIALS

Why Students Choose Basic Emergency First Aid – Blended

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Anonymous
“I like the hands-on approach and having to work through scenarios - especially where something happens that's unexpected. Very good information, new things I never learned in university.”
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Anonymous
“The next 5 minutes were a blur, yet I did everything I was “trained” to do.  I took charge and asked others to assist, but in the end I used an AED to save a man’s life.”
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Anonymous
“Very engaging and thorough. The instructor was outstanding - extremely lively, knowledgeable and inspired confidence. Also a good combination of book and practical training.”
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Anonymous
“Really liked the visual/hands on part of the course. Also very much appreciated the instructor's helpfulness, positive attitude and her knowledge.”
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