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Upcoming First Aid Courses!

We teach high-quality scenario-based first aid courses all over Vancouver Island and in the Greater Vancouver area.

First Aid Course: Intermediate/Standard First Aid
Intermediate/Standard First Aid

Canadian Red Cross Intermediate First Aid & CPR Level C (Formerly known as Standard First Aid) is recognized across Canada and by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to Intermediate First Aid.

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First Aid Course: Marine Basic First Aid Course - CPR (Blended)
Marine Basic First Aid Course - CPR (Blended)

A blended program approved by Transport Canada, designed for individuals working or training to work in a marine environment. Combining online learning with an in-person session, this course provides essential first aid skills and CPR training tailored for marine settings, focusing on the unique challenges of working on or near water.

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First Aid Course: Basic First Aid (OFA 1)
Basic First Aid (OFA 1)

1-day, hands-on WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (formerly OFA Level 1) in Victoria, Nanaimo, Duncan, Vancouver and Burnaby, from a WorkSafeBC-approved training provider, meeting WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid requirements.

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First Aid Course: Advanced First Aid (OFA 3)
Advanced First Aid (OFA 3)

10-day WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (formerly Occupational First Aid Level 3) in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Vancouver and Burnaby, from a WorkSafeBC-approved training provider. No prior first aid required.

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First Aid Course: Basic Life Support
Basic Life Support

4-hour Canadian Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Vancouver and Burnaby, for healthcare providers and professional responders.

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First Aid Course: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Our 120-hour Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course equips you with the skills and certifications needed for a career in emergency services. With full EMALB Schedule 1 and 2 endorsements, no additional "Scope Update" training is required. 

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Latest News & Articles

New First Aid Requirements: What BC Schools Need to Know

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As of July 1, 2025, all public secondary schools in British Columbia are required to provide CPR and AED training to Grade 10 students. This new mandate is part of the revised Physical and Health Education (PHE 10) curriculum and is a significant step toward improving emergency preparedness in school communities. Additionally, all secondary schools […]

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Workplace First Aid Kits: How To Determine What You Need

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Marine Advanced First Aid: A Course Breakdown

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The instructor was terrific! Her passion & energy was highly commendable. I learned a lot in just one day!

Joanne Southcombe Emergency First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

The best first aid instructor I have ever experienced! He provided an inspiring, practical and intelligent course. I would recommend the course to anyone interested.

Claire MacDonald Standard First Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

"I enjoyed myself and feel I learned a lot. Thank you very much for your humour and passion."

Jessica CPR-C, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

Great instructor, fully engaged & engaging all day.

Wendy S. Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Very entertaining and inclusive. 

Wesley Whyte CPR, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Excellent instructor. Best first aid class I've done and I've had to do a class every couple of years for 25 years!

Diane Moncrieff Emergency First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Best first aid course I have taken - mainly due to the instructor. He kept us engaged by getting us to think & answer first.

Marisa Wiens Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Very energetic, entertaining instructor. I appreciated the clear explanations and demos - engaged the group very well. Probably the most enjoyable recert I've done...and I've done many!

Elizabeth Skanes CPR HCP, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

"I was pleased that CPR procedures are so much simpler than in the past. I feel equipped to handle an emergency now, because most of it just reinforces common sense. Although, it is crucial to know that what you're doing is the best thing for someone who needs help."

Kathleen Monaghan Standard First-Aid and CPR-C, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

Wonderful - great instructor! Answered all questions with great detail. This course taught me much more info than I expected and it was done in a very fun and hands on way.

Cassandra Pleasance Emergency First-Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials
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