What Is Standard First Aid?

Standard First Aid is a comprehensive first aid and CPR certification that covers a wide range of emergency response skills. It goes beyond basic first aid by including in-depth training on injury management, medical emergencies, and CPR.

This certification is widely recognized across British Columbia and is commonly required for workplaces regulated by WorkSafeBC. Participants learn how to assess emergencies, provide immediate care, and support injured individuals until professional medical help arrives.

Who Needs Standard First Aid Certification?

Standard First Aid certification is often required or recommended for:

  • Construction and industrial workers

  • Childcare providers and educators

  • Healthcare and support staff

  • Fitness professionals and coaches

  • Hospitality and service industry employees

  • Safety officers and supervisors

  • Anyone required to meet workplace safety standards

If your job or employer requires first aid training, Standard First Aid in Kamloops is one of the most commonly accepted certifications.

What’s Included in the Course?

Our Standard First Aid training course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on practice. Topics covered include:

  • CPR Level C and AED training

  • Managing choking emergencies

  • Bleeding, burns, and shock

  • Head, neck, and spinal injuries

  • Bone, muscle, and joint injuries

  • Medical emergencies such as heart attack, stroke, and seizures

  • Environmental emergencies

  • Injury prevention and emergency scene management

Training is interactive, practical, and designed to prepare participants for real-life emergency situations.

Course Length & Certification Details

  • Course Length: Blended Course with 7 hours of online component plus 8 hours in class

  • Certification Validity: 3 years

  • Certification Provider: Canadian Red Cross

  • Delivery Method: Online/In-class with hands-on skill practice

Upon successful completion, participants receive a Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/AED certificate, recognized across BC and Canada.

Upcoming Standard First Aid Courses in Kamloops

Provincial Fire and Safety offers monthly Standard First Aid courses in Kamloops at our local training facility.

Courses are available for:

  • Individuals

  • Small groups

  • Private workplace training (on-site or in-classroom)

? Contact us or book online to view upcoming course dates and secure your spot.

Why Choose Provincial Fire and Safety?

When you choose Provincial Fire and Safety for your Standard First Aid training in Kamloops, you benefit from:

  • Experienced, certified instructors

  • Small class sizes for personalized instruction

  • Hands-on, practical training

  • Courses that meet WorkSafeBC requirements

  • Convenient Kamloops location

  • Friendly, professional learning environment

We are committed to providing high-quality first aid training that helps individuals and businesses stay compliant, confident, and prepared.

Ready to get certified?

Register today for Standard First Aid training in Kamloops with Provincial Fire and Safety. Contact us to learn more about upcoming courses or private group training options.

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