Standard First Aid & CPR Training
Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Course
The Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C/AED course is a comprehensive, two-day first aid training program designed for individuals who require certification for the workplace or want to learn skills to confidently respond to emergencies at home or in their community.
This course covers essential first aid, CPR, and AED training using the latest Canadian Red Cross guidelines, additionally meeting the federal and provincial workplace safety requirements across Ontario. Participants gain skills through hands-on, practical training that prepares them to respond effectively to real-life medical emergencies.
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Course Overview
This Standard First Aid & CPR/AED certification course includes advanced first aid knowledge and life-saving techniques such as CPR, choking response, and the use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
Training follows current Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR guidelines and is recognized by:
- Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB)
- Canadian Standards Association (CSA)
- Ontario Health & Safety (OHS) regulations
- Employers, schools, and regulatory bodies across Canada
As part of the course, participants receive:
- Canadian Red Cross First Aid & CPR Digital Learner’s Guide
- Official Canadian Red Cross certification (valid for 3 years)
First Aid 4U also incorporates injury prevention education, helping learners reduce risks before emergencies occur.
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Training Formats
Online access will be delivered by email with a link to the course content from the Red Cross. The link will be supplied 1–2 business days after registration.
The online portion (~6 hours) must be completed prior to your in-class session.
The online training cannot be completed more than 6 weeks before your in-class date.
Important Notes
If the online portion is not completed before class, participants will not be eligible to attend. No refunds or transfers apply once online access has been issued.
Rescheduling must occur more than 7 days prior to the course date. A $25.00 + HST administrative fee applies.
Bring proof of online completion (printed or digital certificate).
Standard First Aid is a comprehensive two-day in-person course covering breathing emergencies, cardiovascular emergencies, injuries, environmental emergencies, and medical conditions.
Includes CPR Level C and AED certification.
Meets provincial workplace safety requirements.
Important Notes
Participants must attend both full training days to receive certification.
Certification is typically valid for 3 years.
Arrive 10–15 minutes early and dress comfortably for practical skills training.
Who Should Take This Course?
This course is suitable for:
- Employees requiring Standard First Aid & CPR certification for work
- Supervisors, managers, and workplace safety representatives
- Teachers, childcare providers, and support staff
- Students and volunteers
- Parents, caregivers, and individuals wanting first aid training for home or community use
Standard First Aid Certification Training Course Content
This Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid training includes both theory and hands-on skills practice:
- Preparing to respond to emergencies
- The Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system
- Check, Call, Care approach
- Airway emergencies and choking
- Breathing and circulation emergencies
- CPR for adults, children, and infants
- Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Wound care and bleeding control
- Head, neck, and spinal injuries
- Bone, muscle, and joint injuries
- Sudden medical emergencies (e.g., heart attack, stroke, diabetic emergencies)
- Environmental emergencies (heat, cold, drowning)
- Poisoning and exposure emergencies
Certification & Assessment
To receive certification, participants must:
- Actively participate in all course components
- Successfully demonstrate required first aid and CPR skills
- Complete a written knowledge evaluation
- Minimum passing grade: 75%
Upon successful completion, participants earn a Digital Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR Level C/AED certificate within 3 days of course completion, valid for three years. Temporary certificates are issued immediately following the course.
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Testimonials & Reviews
WE’RE PROUD OF THE TESTIMONIALS AND GLOWING REVIEWS WE’VE EARNED OVER THE YEARS. HERE ARE A FEW EXAMPLES OF RECENT REVIEWS FROM ACROSS THE PROVINCE.
Reviews
Food for thought- I think it would be a great help to all if you include the small first aid kit in the course for a few bucks more and maybe add aspirin in it as it saves lives.
Thanks again and great job Hawley!
My instructor was very knowledgeable. He made learning not only involved, as needed to demonstrate and learn, but also made it fun and easy to stay attentive. Time well spent in a fun learning environment.
Thanks Red Cross!
Very good and professional trainer.
Hawley is a very knowledgeable and friendly instructor with valuable life experience.
She was extremely knowledgeable, respectful and professional. Her training skills are polished with a witty sense of humour. I feel confident to take initiative if I ever experience someone in need of First Aid care. Kim was thorough and explained herself well. Thanks to Kim, I’ll retain this valuable First Aid information for years to come.
Maureen
Please relay this to David Smith! He should know he's an amazing trainer! Thank you so very much!
Sincerely,
Ianeta K.
I really enjoyed the class and also I recommend FIRST AID 4U to each and everyone. Great experience and the best so far. Thank you.
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Thanks David!
The instructor, David Smith, was knowledgeable, engaging, and patient, making sure everyone fully understood each step of the process.
The hands-on practice sessions were invaluable, allowing me to apply what I learned in a realistic setting. I highly recommend this training to anyone looking to gain essential life-saving skills.
Thanks again David 🙂
BIG THANK YOU to David Smith!!
This man is the perfect instructor for this course. He is a life saver (literally), well spoken & very informed on First Aid.
Hope to see you again when comes recertification time!
I like how he delivered the course. His approach to First Aid helped me learn a lot, and I changed how I looked at it. His class dynamics are interesting and keep participants engaged. I would surely recommend this course to others.
I learned a lot!
Needs to talk to whole room
Thanks Divide
The Trainer has a very good experience and clear explanation.
The lecture was very explicit and well understood.
Ambience of the training hall was neat.
The course material and the tools met specification
Amazing instructor! With alot of knowledge and the ability to teach and train anyone! AWESOME
God bless you Teacher
U are good Teacher
Chris Farrell
Rymon was great 👍
and of cause with a fun.
Rafaat and Rymon were excellent trainers and made the course training enjoyable.
Thank you.
David is the best !!
The company has issues with admin. Advertised time for my course was 9-1. The first thing we were told in the classroom was 9-2. Also my certificate did not come as promised so I had to email and phone to receive it.
I definitely RECOMMEND!
I learned a ton today. He has a way with how he explains things that really make you think..about scenarios in that may arise in real life..he is beyond knowledgable! His personal experiences really moved me with what he has dealt with..he is straight to the point and blunt in a really good way.we laughed a lot.we learned a lot and he truly is a great instructor.i was nervous about this but with all his information ontop of the slides he made me super confident and passed with 100 percent.thanks a bunch!
Very Good instructor @ Raymon. Perfect knowledge. I really enjoyed the course.
This was most enjoyable course and the instructor was by far the most knowledgeable.
Expert Instructors: The class was led by highly knowledgeable and experienced instructors who knew their subject matter inside and out. They were not only experts in First Aid and CPR but also excellent teachers who made complex concepts easy to understand.
Hands-On Training: What set this class apart was the hands-on training. We didn't just hear about how to perform CPR or administer first aid; we actually practiced it on mannequins and learned the proper techniques. This practical experience was invaluable.
Comprehensive Content: The class covered a wide range of topics, from basic first aid for minor injuries to more advanced CPR techniques. I felt confident that I could respond effectively to various emergency situations after completing the course
I Leanne’s a lot from the program.
And A.J, our trainer did amazing job. She was very passionate and patient with every student so we can fully understand the program.
FirstAid4U is highly recommendable.
I just wanted to let you know that this was the best first aid course I’ve ever taken. I have taken at least six other first aid courses in the pass once from your school five or six years ago, and he is absolutely the best instructor I’ve ever had. He’s very engaging, he’s very supportive. He’s very helpful. He’s very friendly by the end of the course I felt like all the other students were my friends. He listen to our stories he supported us. He complimented us. It was not a horrible experience.
I just wanted to say thank you from myself and my daughter.
Julie & Jade
David "Smitty" Smith,
Thank you again!
Huda
While the entities aren't directly related, my only complaint about the program has been the finicky/temperamental Red Cross website. Accessing certifications, course information and profile details has been - at best - annoying.
Josh was an amazing teacher. He took the time to work through problems or questions the class had. He allowed us to build confidence in our abilities to save a life. He is going to make a great doctor. Thank you very much!
My only issues are they need to invest in a Bluetooth speaker as the laptop volume isn't loud enough and a bigger tv would be nice.
- Good instructor.
- It would be better if the TV was the appropriate size to see the presentation, or if used a projector allowing a wide screen.
Online portion:
- Well designed.
- It would be better if it provide a summary of main points for each chapter allowing the student a quick refresh about them.
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