Intermediate First Aid (Standard First Aid) with CPR & AED - BLENDED

Course by the Canadian Red Cross

Course Description

For those that are short on time or enjoy independent study, this WSIB approved first aid and CPR course blends online training with in-class practical instruction to ensure participants gain confidence in their first aid and lifesaving skills. It includes 8 hours of online learning that students can approach at their own pace and 8 hours of in-person first aid training to ensure you have the knowledge and skills to provide first aid and lifesaving skills.

The techniques are easy to learn and have been simplified over the years to help trained individuals better remember the necessary skills in the event of cardiac arrest.

Important Notice: Changes to WSIB First Aid Training Effective June 22, 2026

As of June 22, 2026, WSIB has updated the naming and standards for workplace first aid training:

• Standard First Aid is now referred to as Intermediate First Aid
• Individuals who completed training prior to June 22, 2026 do not need to retake their training as a result of these changes.
• All valid certificates issued before June 22, 2026 will remain recognized and valid until their normal expiry date. Upon renewal, participants will receive certification under the new course names and standards adopted by WSIB.
• There is no requirement for current certificate holders to obtain additional training or renew their certification early due to these changes.

Intended Audience

This first aid and CPR training course is for everyone over the age of 13 who wants to learn basic first aid skills and expand their medical knowledge to be able to respond to emergency situations and save lives.

Course Prerequisites

None

Intermediate (Standard) First Aid Course Overview

• The Red Cross
• Responding to Emergencies
• Check, Call, Care
• Choking
• Circulation Emergencies
• CPR and AED
• Breathing Emergencies
• Wound Care
• Head, Neck, Spine, and Pelvis Injuries
• Bone, Muscle and Joint Injuries
• Sudden Medical Emergencies
• Environmental Illness
• Poisons
  • Includes opioid poisoning awareness information
  • Includes any other content required by the Provincial or Federal Authority Having Jurisdiction.

Course Duration

8 hours of online learning, 8 hours in-class (1-day in-class), includes CPR Level A, Level C, and AED

Certification

3-year certification in Intermediate First Aid, CPR Level C, and AED

*Note: All our courses come with CPR LEVEL C at NO EXTRA COST

What is the difference between Level A and Level C CPR Courses?

CPR Level A = adults only CPR & AED skills

CPR Level A covers CPR, choking, and circulatory emergencies for adults only, plus AED use. It is commonly required for workplace health and safety compliance.

CPR Level C = adults, children, and infants CPR & AED skills

CPR Level C includes everything in CPR Level A, plus CPR and choking care for children and infants, two-rescuer CPR, and AED use. It is often required for educators, security personnel, and other non-healthcare professionals.

Course Materials

Included in the course:

• Standard First Aid CPR – Online access. *The online portion of the course is included in the course price and will be provided before your in-person portion*
• First Aid & CPR (eBook)
• Comprehensive Guide to First Aid & CPR (eBook)

(Hard copy can be purchased, but it is not included in the course)

It is advised that you read the eBooks in their entirety prior to starting the course.