Psychological First Aid Course (PFA)

Canadian Red Cross
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Psychological First Aid Course (PFA)

Canadian Red Cross
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  • Flexible Options
  • Private Groups & Corporate Deals
  • Certificate via Email - Valid 3 Years
  • Free Canadian Red Cross Learner Guide (PDF)
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The Canadian Red Cross Psychological First Aid course takes a resiliency-building approach to emotional, psychological, and social well-being. This training helps individuals understand stress, loss, trauma, and grief while learning to care for themselves and others in times of crisis. Using the Look, Listen, Link, Live model and real-life, case-based learning, participants gain practical tools to manage stress, foster compassion, and create supportive environments at home, work, and in their communities.

Course Options

2-Day Classroom Course

  • Duration: 12 hours as a group in-person
  • Interactive learning using case-based scenarios
  • Focus on stress, trauma, grief, and building emotional resilience
  • Certification: 3-year Canadian Red Cross

1-Day Blended Course

  • Duration: 8 hours in-class + 45–90 minutes online
  • Combination of classroom practice and flexible online modules from home
  • Perfect for learners who want full skill development at their own pace
  • Certification: 3-year Canadian Red Cross

Flexible Online Alternatives

  • Self-Care (Online) – 45–90 minutes to build personal resilience and create a self-care plan. Perfect for busy schedules.
  • Caring for Others (Online) – 45–90 minutes to learn strategies for supporting others through stress and loss. Ideal for staff development.

Key Benefits

  • Promotes mental wellness and reduces stigma
  • Builds emotional resilience and compassion
  • Supports a positive, caring workplace culture
  • Evidence-based and flexible course delivery

Private & Group Training

Looking for training tailored to your team? We offer private group and corporate sessions - at your facility or in our classroom - to help staff build skills and confidence in supporting themselves and others.

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Alma Negrete
Very fun

The course was a very fun and interesting learning experience. The content was easy to grasp and the practice activities were dynamic and full of meaning as well. Very warm and professional instructors. The visual material is a very good complement piece along with the on line component.

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Meghann Cant
Fantastic Instructors

I took the blended version of the Psychological First Aid course offered by Pacific First Aid, and I highly recommend it. The day of in-person learning really helped to cement the concepts from the online portion. Shawn Meston and Raymond Ruzvidzo were fantastic instructors and created a fun and supportive space for us to practice our skills.

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Purushottam Thapa

I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude for the opportunity to participate in the Psychological First Aid course. Your kind words mean a lot to me, and I am excited to have chosen the PFA course, which I believe will not only facilitate my personal transformation but also enable me to assist many others in their time of need.
My experience with PFA was truly exceptional, and the dedication of both trainers was incredibly inspiring and insightful. I am deeply committed to serving as a Psychological First Aid worker, leveraging my years of experience in spiritual practice to promote harmony between body, mind, and soul in alignment with the concept of life's beauty, and to support individuals in their emotional and mental health journey.
Thank you once again for welcoming me into the PFA family with open arms. I eagerly anticipate future opportunities to further develop my skills with PFA and to benefit from your exceptional service once more.
Best regards,
Purushottam Thapa

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