How long does a First Aid and CPR certification last in Alberta?

Most First Aid and CPR certifications in Alberta are valid for three years. Renewal courses are recommended before the certification expires to maintain workplace compliance.

What courses are offered by Breath for Life?

Breath for Life offers Standard First Aid, Emergency First Aid, CPR and AED training, childcare first aid certification, and workplace safety training following Canadian Red Cross guidelines.

Who should take a First Aid training course?

First Aid training is recommended for workplace employees, childcare providers, teachers, construction workers, healthcare professionals, and anyone who wants to learn life-saving emergency response skills.

Where are the First Aid training classes located?

Breath for Life provides First Aid and CPR training in Edmonton, Alberta and serves surrounding areas including St. Albert, Sherwood Park, and Leduc.

Intermediate (Standard) First Aid Courses

Breath for Life (First Aid Education) Inc offers the following Intermediate (Standard) First Aid courses:

Intermediate (Standard) First Aid – In Class: Course Information and Dates
Intermediate (Standard) First Aid – Blended: Course Information and Dates
Intermediate (Standard) First Aid BLS Provider – In Class: Course Information and Dates
Intermediate (Standard) First Aid – Renewal: Course Information and Dates

Learn More about the Intermediate (Standard) First Aid Courses

The Intermediate (Standard) First Aid course is the most frequently taken course by companies and individuals requiring First Aid and CPR Training in their workplace. This course is offered as a two-day in-class session or as a blended option. Also, if your certificate is current within three years, which means it is not expired, you may recertify into the Intermediate (Standard) First Aid Renewal course.

The Intermediate First Aid Courses are approved by Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) through the Canadian Red Cross. The Canadian Red Cross is among the largeset workplace safety training provider in Canada, and the Breath for Life (First Aid Education) Inc, offers comprehensive Intermediate, Basic, Childcare and Advanced First Aid courses among others. Under current provincial regulations, certifications must align with current CSAZ1210: 24 standards. As the nation is transitioning from Standard First Aid to Intermediate First Aid designation, based on CSA requirements, Breath for Life (First Aid Education) Inc utilizes both identifiers for ease of recognition when selecting the correct course.

Workplace Intermediate certificates are valid for 3 years. Employers must verify that the First Aid Training received matches the regulatory standard for their workplace. As per the regulatory standards, an expired certificate does not qualify the holder of the certificate for a renewal or recertification course: no extensions can be granted when a certificate is expired and the individual(s) would be required to take the complete Intermediate (Standard) First Aid course again.

What is First Aid?

First Aid is the immediate, temporary care given to someone experiencing sudden injury or illness. Its core aim is to preserve life, prevent a condition from worsening and promote recovery through the recognition of a problem. The Intermediate (Standard) First Aid Courses, explore Primary and Secondary concerns and include CPR and AED Training. Primary considerations include life-threatening problems and concerns which require immediate First Aid attention and EMS response. Secondary problems and concerns which are mot immediately life-threatening are explored with the focus of emphasizing the requirement of medical attention to facilitate recovery when needed. The focal point of these courses is hazard awareness, scope of practice requirements around assessment and treatment considerations, understanding Occupational Health and Safety requirements and the many other considerations (topics) that these courses mandate.

Who may be required to take the Intermediate (Standard) First Aid Course?

Workplace employees: construction workers, office staff and industrial workers frequently need this certification to meet Provincial OH&S and CSA compliance standards.
Teachers and Educators: Daycare workers, teachers and camp counselors need it to meet childcare and education licensing requirements.
Healthcare and Wellness Staff: Personal support workers, fitness trainers and allied health professionals.
Safety and Security: Workplace safety officers, security personnel and lifeguards.
General Public: Individuals interested in learning CPR and how to respond to injuries, sudden medical emergencies and environmental incidents before EMS arrives.

Breath for Life (First Aid Education) Inc

Breath for Life (First Aid Education) Inc has been in operation since 1996 and is skilled, qualified and versed in delivering these courses to meet your learning needs. Breath for Life (First aid Education) Inc is passionate about prioritizing safety first and helping the public understand how they may help a person when found in need of help.