FIRST AID GUIDE TRAINING

Professional Responder

FIRST AID GUIDE TRAINING


First Responder CPR BLS

This course will give participants Comprehensive skills for professional first responders or those training to become first responders. The course teaches the patient assessment model, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, hemorrhage control, and care for various acute and chronic conditions. 


Participants will be engaged in dynamic training techniques including video, media presentations, skills demonstrations, practice sessions, discussions, and scenarios based on real-life situations.

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  • Certification

    3-year certification in First Responder
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  • Completion

    • Successfully demonstrate the required skills. 
    • Minimum 75% mark for written, closed book, knowledge evaluation. 
    • Successfully complete minimum of one practical scenario. 
    • Attend and participate in 100% of the course.
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  • Course Material

    • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Reference Ebook. 
    • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Workbook Ebook.
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  • Course Content

    • The Professional Responder 
    • Responding to the Call 
    • Infection Prevention and Control 
    • Anatomy and Physiology 
    • Assessment 
    • Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies 
    • Circulatory Emergencies 
    • Shock 
    • Hemorrhage and Soft Tissue Trauma 
    • Musculoskeletal Injuries 
    • Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries
    • Head and Spinal Injuries 
    • Acute and Chronic Illnesses 
    • Poisoning 
    • Environmental Illnesses 
    • Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery 
    • Special Populations 
    • Crisis Intervention 
    • Reaching, Lifting and Extricating Patients 
    • Multiple-Casualty Incidents

    Includes any other content required by specific legislation
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  • Who Should Attend?

    • Professionals in a Fire Service
    • Rescue Team
    • Workplace Response Team
    • Sports-Medicine Professionals
    • Lifeguards and Ski Patrol

FIRST AID GUIDE TRAINING


EMR Training

EMR course provides the knowledge and skills necessary in an emergency to help sustain life, reduce pain, and minimize the consequences of injury or sudden illness for those functioning as a member of the healthcare team in a pre-hospital setting. 


This course is for those providing a professional level of emergency response, including firefighters, law-enforcement officers, and emergency medical services personnel. Includes BLS level and AED. Meets the Paramedic Association of Canada National Occupational Competency Profiles for the practitioner level of emergency medical responder (EMR).

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  • Certification

    3-year certification in Emergency Medical Responder, CPR BLS and AED
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  • Completion

    • Successfully demonstrate the required skills. 
    • Minimum 75% mark for written, closed book. 
    • Knowledge evaluation. 
    • Successfully completed two evaluated scenarios (one medical and one trauma). 
    • 100% Attendance and participation is required to complete the course.
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  • Course Material

    • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Reference Ebook
    • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Workbook Ebook
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  • Course Content

    • The Professional Responder 
    • Responding to the Call 
    • Infection Prevention and Control 
    • Anatomy and Physiology 
    • Assessment 
    • Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies
    • Circulatory Emergencies 
    • Shock Hemorrhage and Soft Tissue Trauma 
    • Musculoskeletal Injuries 
    • Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries 
    • Head and Spinal Injuries 
    • Acute and Chronic Illnesses 
    • Poisoning 
    • Environmental Illnesses 
    • Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery 
    • Special Populations 
    • Crisis Intervention Reaching
    • Lifting and Extricating Patients 
    • Multiple-Casualty Incidents

    Includes any other content required by specific legislation.
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  • Prerequisites

    Standard First Aid with CPR - Level C

FIRST AID GUIDE TRAINING


Marine Advanced
First Aid

In addition to standard first aid practices, Marine Advanced First Aid covers specialized procedures necessary for maritime environments. Moreover, it’s tailored to address the unique challenges faced at sea. For example, dealing with prolonged care awaiting rescue or evacuation skills learned in Marine Advanced First Aid can be life-saving in remote marine settings. 



Therefore, it’s crucial for maritime professionals and enthusiasts to be well-trained in these procedures. As a result, they can respond effectively to emergencies, reducing potential harm, Marine Advanced First Aid is an essential training for anyone involved in maritime activities. Ultimately, it empowers individuals with the knowledge and skills to provide effective care in emergencies, ensuring safety and preparedness at sea

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  • Certification

    3-year Red Cross certification in Marine Advanced First Aid 

    Transport Canada certification. Certificates are issued by Red Cross upon successful completion.
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  • Completion

    • Successfully demonstrate the required skills. 
    • Minimum 75% mark for written, closed book. 
    • Knowledge evaluation. 
    • Successfully complete two evaluated scenarios (one medical and one trauma). 
    • Attend and participate in 100% of the course
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  • Course Content

    • The Professional Responder 
    • Responding to the Call 
    • Infection Prevention and Control
    • Anatomy and Physiology 
    • Assessment 
    • Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies 
    • Circulatory Emergencies
    • Shock 
    • Hemorrhage and Soft Tissue Trauma 
    • Musculoskeletal Injuries 
    • Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries 
    • Head and Spinal Injuries 
    • Acute and Chronic Illnesses 
    • Poisoning 
    • Environmental Illnesses 
    • Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery 
    • Special Populations 
    • Crisis Intervention 
    • Reaching, Lifting and Extricating Patients 
    • Multiple-Casualty Incidents 
    • Pharmacology 
    • Marine Environment 
    • Workplace  
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  • Course Material

    • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Reference Ebook
    • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Workbook Ebook

FIRST AID GUIDE TRAINING


Qualitative Mask Fit Testing Certification

We provide 3M N95 Mask Fit test for individuals and groups. Our Respirator Mask Qualitative Fit Test is conducted according to the CSA Z94.4 standards. This Respirator Protection Training session is focused on :


  • The importance of proper respirator protection
  • The selection of the appropriate mask for the workplace 
  • An inspection of the mask 
  • Proper mask donning and doffing
  • Seal test
  • Cleaning and storage of the masks 


We conduct fit tests with 3M N95 8210, 1860, 8200, and 1860S masks at present time. Each test will take 15-20 minutes to complete. 

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  • Procedure

    In order to receive a certificate, the participant must be able to successfully pass the administered taste test requiring the candidates to demonstrate how to properly don/doff the mask, do seal checks, and how to complete general care and maintenance of the respirator. A candidate is fit tested to a particular model of the respirator. If the employer change respirators, a new fit test must be done. The Ontario Ministry of Labour also requires you must be re-certified for respirator mask fit testing every 2 years.
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  • Preparation

    Note: You must not smoke, eat, chew gum, drink any liquids (except water) at least 15 minutes before the test to ensure an accurate, successful respirator mask fit test (All types of masks). Please remove facial jewelry or other items that stay between the skin and respirator. 


    You must be clean shaven 12 to 24 hours before the Respirator Protection Training testing procedure. Candidates with asthma, respiratory conditions, heart conditions, and/or anxiety may or may not be properly fit tested. Those candidates may be required to get the clearance from your family physician before your mask fit test.
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  • Our Charges

    We charge $50 per individual test as we have purchased masks for a higher price. Please book and pay before the test date.

FIRST AID GUIDE TRAINING



Psychological First Aid

This course equips learners in develop a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, trauma, and grief on others, with emphasis on self-care and personal protection. Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross «Look, Listen, Link, Live» model – a resiliency-building approach to emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing. 


This model teaches learners how to support themselves and others to cope with the effects of various types of stress. The course uses primarily case-based learning and includes the latest evidence from the international community.

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  • Certification

    3-year certification in Psychological First Aid
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  • Duration

    12 hours in-class OR 45-90 minutes online learning and 7 hours in-class
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  • Prerequisites

    • 16 years of age (recommended) 
    • Psychological First Aid – Self-care online course (required for blended option only)
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  • Course Content

    Case-based learning and discussion will be tailored to the audience and include the following content:


    • Introduction to Red Cross 
    • Case Studies 
    • Psychological First Aid 
    • Operational Principles 
    • Stress, Distress 
    • Loss and Grief 
    • Trauma Indicators 
    • Vulnerable Populations 
    • Supportive Communication 
    • Look, Listen, Link, Live 
    • Resiliency and Protective Factors 
    • Protection Policies
    • Legislation Self-Care
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  • Participants Materials

    • Psychological First Aid Workbook (print) 
    • Look, Listen, Link, Live Cards 
    • Psychological First Aid–Self-Care Online Course (required for blended option)
    • Psychological First Aid–Caring for Others Online Course (optional)
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FIRST AID GUIDE TRAINING


Service Areas

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Hamilton Location

449 Main St W, Hamilton, ON L8P 1K5

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Mississauga Location

39 Dundas St E Suite 206, Mississauga, ON L5A 1V9 

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Scarborough Location

2620 Eglinton Ave E Unit 203, Scarborough, ON M1K 2R9

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