FIRST AID BASICS
WORKSHOP
COURSE TOPICS
Chain of Survival Behaviours
Check, Call, Care
Choking (recognition, back blows, abdominal thrusts, chest thrusts)
CPR/AED (signs of heart attack and stroke, compression-only CPR, with AED)
Life-Threatening Bleeding
Breathing Emergencies (recognition of asthma and anaphylaxis)
Mental Health Crisis
ABOUT THE COURSE
Emergency situations occur unexpectedly—and chances are it may be someone you know who requires care.
Learning first aid could help you save the life of a family member, neighbour, or loved one. If you have been hesitant to learn first aid or want to refresh your skills and boost your confidence, then First Aid Basics is for you!
COURSE LENGTH
1-2 hours in-class or online.
PREREQUISITE
None.
COURSE COST
$40 + GST.
LANGUAGES OFFERED
English
French
Punjabi
LEARN FIRST AID IN AN ATMOSPHERE THAT IS FUN AND FLEXIBLE FOR YOU!
First Aid Basics is an introductory workshop in basic first aid skills suitable for any audience. The goal is to make learners comfortable and confident with the first aid skills and knowledge, and to provide participants with some valuable take-away tools and resources they can reference at any time.
Participants will gain an understanding of some essential lifesaving skills and how to provide care in situations requiring first aid. This workshop is ideal for those who wish to gain practical knowledge in the basics of first aid.
Topics can be tailored to the specific interests of the learners
A workshop can be delivered in 1-2 hours or in shorter segments, providing a brief introduction on the essential skills for each topic.
Beneficial for those who wish to update or refresh their first aid skills and knowledge and build their confidence to respond in an emergency.
Suitable for a variety of audiences, including new parents, grandparents, caregivers for aging parents, or those with English as a second language. Workshop resources are available in English, French, Traditional Chinese, Simple Chinese, Punjabi, and Hindi.
UPCOMING BASIC FIRST AID COURSE DATES
PRIVATE BASIC FIRST AID WORKSHOPS
Basic First Aid workshops can be arranged for private group sessions at your convenience.
All necessary materials and equipment will be provided to certify your team, no matter where you are in the lower mainland!