Basic Life Support (BLS) Course by Canadian Red Cross

Course by the Canadian Red Cross

Course Description: Designed to build participant confidence in performing cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills in a team environment for professionals with a duty to respond. Teaches the important steps to perform a rapid assessment, perform Basic Life Support (BLS) skills, and perform rapid defibrillation including use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED).

Airway Management and Oxygen Therapy can also be added as additional certifications to this course.

Intended Audience: In-facility care providers, including nursing staff, care aides, medical and dental professionals. Pre-hospital care providers, which may include professionals in a fire service, rescue team, sports-medicine, lifeguards, and ski patrol.

Course Prerequisites: None

Course Content

• Glove removal
• Primary Assessment
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
• Airway Obstruction
• Assisted Ventilation
• Basic Life Support special considerations

Course Duration

4 hours in-class (1 day in-class)

Certification

Successful completion of this course results in a 1-year certification in Basic Life Support (includes Level C CPR plus 2 rescuer CPR and use of a Bag-Valve-Mask)

Course Materials

Included in the course:

• Canadian Red Cross Basic Life Support Field Guide (digital copy)

Our Basic Life Support Course by Canadian Red Cross provider classroom instruction is available in various locations, such as Ottawa, Kingston, Montreal, Pembroke, Arnprior, Kemptville, and Smith Falls. Expert instructors deliver hands-on training, equipping you with the necessary skills to effectively handle emergency situations.

If you have any questions regarding course availability or need more information, don't hesitate to contact us. Our extensive range of courses covers diverse subjects, from basic first aid and CPR to advanced resuscitation and basic life support. We are committed to providing excellent education to medical professionals, as well as individuals seeking to enhance their life-saving skills.