Intermediate First Aid (Standard)

The most commonly required First Aid & CPR course in the workplace.

Apex Training Solutions
In Person
16 hours
 

Intermediate First Aid (formerly Standard First Aid) is the most commonly required training course in the workplace. In addition to CPR, this course offers valuable information and skills to a first aider so that you will be effective until EMS arrives.

Length of Course: 16 Hours

Certification

  • Apex Training Solutions Inc.
  • Approved by Occupational Health and Safety
  • Valid 3 Years
  • Recertification course available

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)
  • 2 Rescuer Adult CPR
  • 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)
  • Drowning, Hyperventilation, Asthma, Anaphylaxis, Inhalation, and Chest Injuries
  • Principles of the Secondary Assessment
  • Head / Spine and Pelvic Injuries
  • Poisons, bites, Stings
  • Cold Emergencies
  • Heat Emergencies
  • Diabetic Emergencies
  • Seizures
  • Emergency Child Birth
  • Bone and Joint Injuries
  • First Aid Kits

Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
August 28 / 8am - 4pm
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August 30 / 8am - 4pm
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September 02 / 9am - 5pm
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September 03 / 8am - 4pm
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September 04 / 9am - 5pm
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September 06 / 9am - 5pm
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September 08 / 9am - 5pm
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September 10 / 9am - 5pm
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Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
September 11 / 8am - 4pm
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Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
September 13 / 8am - 4pm
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August 28
8am - 4pm
Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
12/18

August 30
8am - 4pm
Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
26/27

September 02
9am - 5pm
Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
8/27

September 03
8am - 4pm
Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
2/32

Why Students Choose Intermediate First Aid (Standard)

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Anonymous
“I liked the location and the training, as well as the way the topics were arranged. Our instructor showed a lot of skill and gave us a good idea of how to handle real-life situations.”
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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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Anonymous
“I really liked how we all got to work together as a team. It makes it a great environment! Keep up the great work!”
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Anonymous
April, 2024
“I really liked the humor and "straightforwardness" of the course. The instructor made the dry material really exciting. It was a fantastic course that was super hands-on.”

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