About This Course
Gain essential life-saving skills with our First Aid Training Course in Alberta. Designed for individuals, workplaces, and communities, this course covers CPR, wound care, choking emergencies, and more. Certified by recognized organizations like the Canadian Red Cross or St. John Ambulance, our training ensures you’re prepared to handle emergencies confidently. Whether for personal knowledge or workplace compliance, this course equips you with the skills to make a difference in critical situations. Enroll today and become a certified first aider in Alberta!
Learning Objectives
In this comprehensive First Aid Training Course, you will gain the knowledge and practical skills needed to respond effectively in emergencies. By the end of the course, you will:
Master CPR Techniques:
Perform CPR on adults, children, and infants.
Understand the differences in CPR approaches for each age group.
Handle Choking Emergencies:
Learn how to assist conscious and unconscious choking victims.
Practice techniques for clearing airway blockages.
Manage Wounds and Bleeding:
Control severe bleeding using direct pressure, bandages, and tourniquets.
Treat minor cuts, scrapes, and puncture wounds.
Respond to Burns and Fractures:
Identify and treat different types of burns (thermal, chemical, electrical).
Stabilize fractures and sprains using splints and slings.
Address Medical Emergencies:
Recognize and respond to shock, seizures, and diabetic emergencies.
Manage poisoning, allergic reactions, and anaphylaxis.
Use an AED (Automated External Defibrillator):
Learn how to operate an AED safely and effectively.
Practice integrating AED use with CPR.
Manage Emergency Scenes:
Assess emergency situations and prioritize actions.
Communicate effectively with emergency services and bystanders.
Gain Confidence in Life-Saving Skills:
Build the confidence to act quickly and effectively in real-life emergencies.
Understand your role as a first aider in the chain of survival.
Material Includes
- Training Manual:
- A comprehensive guide covering all course topics, including step-by-step instructions for first aid, CPR, and AED use.
- Serves as a reference during and after the course.
- CPR Pocket Mask:
- A personal hygiene barrier device for safe and effective rescue breathing during CPR practice.
- Often included for participants to keep.
- First Aid Supplies for Practice:
- Bandages, gauze, and other materials for hands-on wound care practice.
- Splints and slings for fracture management exercises.
- Certification Materials:
- A wallet-sized certification card upon successful completion of the course.
- A digital or printed certificate (depending on the provider).
- Access to Online Resources:
- Supplementary materials, videos, and quizzes (for blended learning courses).
- Downloadable PDFs or apps for quick reference.
- Practice Manikins:
- Adult, child, and infant manikins for CPR and choking response practice.
- Provided during the course but not taken home.
- AED Trainer:
- A non-functional AED device for practicing proper use during emergencies.
- Course Workbook:
- Worksheets and checklists to reinforce learning and track progress.
- Additional Resources (Optional):
- Posters or quick-reference guides for first aid procedures.
- Access to refresher courses or advanced training opportunities.
Requirements
- Age: Participants must be at least 12 years old (some courses may have higher age requirements).
- Physical Ability: Must be able to perform physical tasks such as kneeling, bending, and performing CPR on the floor.
- Language Proficiency: Basic understanding of English (or the language of instruction) is required to follow the course material and instructions.
Curriculum
60h
CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation)
Choking emergencies
Wound care
Burn and fracture management
Shock and seizure response
Poisoning and allergic reactions
Emergency scene management
AED (Automated External Defibrillator)
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