Basic/Emergency First Aid Course with CPR-C & AED
Learn Essential Emergency Response Skills
This Canadian Red Cross Emergency First Aid course in Metro Vancouver is nationally recognized, provides a 3‑year certification, and is equivalent to WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid. It is ideal for construction workers, community leaders, retail and office teams in British Columbia who need a practical first aid certificate.
Course Contents:
- The Canadian Red Cross
- Preparing to respond to emergencies
- The EMS system and how it works
- Check, Call, Care
- Airway emergencies
- Breathing and circulation emergencies
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Wound care and bleeding control
If you want a more in-depth first aid course in Vancouver with additional topics like spinal injuries and poisoning emergencies, consider our Intermediate/Standard First Aid course.
This extended course is also delivered by Canadian Red Cross‑certified instructors and is ideal for workplaces, childcare settings, and community leaders in British Columbia.
Course Formats
Full Course
- Duration: 1 day (8 hours in-person)
- Beginner-friendly, no prior experience required
- Traditional classroom learning experience
- Interactive theory with games and group activities
- Ideal for learners who prefer structured, hands-on training
Blended Learning
- The online portion must be completed before attending the in-person session.
- Duration: 4 hours online + 5.5 hours in-person
- Online theory at your own pace
- Shorter in-person session for skills practice
- Ideal for busy schedules or reduced classroom time
Recertification
- Requires: Valid Canadian Red Cross Basic/Emergency First Aid with CPR & AED certification
- Duration: 4 hours online + 5.5 hours in-person
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WorkSafeBC no longer allows shorter recert courses, so people with a valid certificate can take the full course at a lower recert price when they sign up.
Our instructors don’t just teach first aid - they use these skills in real emergencies, clinics, and workplaces, so you learn from people who apply what they teach every day!
If you also work with children or are a new parent, don’t miss our Emergency Child Care First Aid course. This hands-on training is a great fit for caregivers, babysitters, and new parents, with a strong focus on first aid for children and babies in real‑life situations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this Emergency First Aid course WorkSafeBC approved?
This Canadian Red Cross Emergency First Aid with CPR‑C & AED course is recognized as equivalent to WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (formerly OFA Level 1).
How long is the certification valid?
Your Canadian Red Cross Emergency First Aid certification is valid for 3 years.
What is the difference between Emergency First Aid and Standard First Aid?
Emergency First Aid covers essential life‑saving skills for common emergencies. Standard First Aid includes those topics plus more in‑depth training for injuries like spinal trauma and poisoning emergencies.
Do I need any prior experience to take this course?
No. This course is beginner‑friendly and requires no prior first aid or medical training.
Can I get certified completely online?
It’s hard to practice CPR and other first aid skills from home, so all students must complete an in‑person practical part to be certified. For a flexible option, the Blended Course lets you do all the reading and theory online at your own pace, then come into class only for the hands‑on practice and skills check.
If you are having trouble registering for any of our courses, please contact us at programs@pacificfirstaid.ca or call us directly at (604) 638-1228. We'll be happy to help complete your enrollment.