Emergency First Aid Courses in Vancouver

Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED Level C is a basic first aid course in Vancouver, designed by the Canadian Red Cross and approved by WorkSafeBC.

Become capable and competent at first aid with our comprehensive Emergency First Aid with CPR-C (EFA) course in Vancouver. Designed to equip you with vital life-saving skills, this training program will teach you to effectively handle emergencies at work or at home.

At Fundamental First Aid Ltd. we offer the blended version of EFA, which combines 4 hours of online training at your own pace, followed by 4.5 hours of scheduled in class training.

This course covers not only the essential first aid techniques but also the legal requirements and guidelines for workplace safety. Therefore, Emergency First Aid with CPR-C is recognized by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to OFA Level 1, and allows you to work as an OFA Level 1 first aid attendant.

Enroll in our Emergency First Aid course today. Together, let’s make Vancouver safer!

EFA with CPR-C Schedule

Please note, the dates listed below refer to the in-class portion of your course.

Once you are registered, you must complete 4 hours of online training before attending the scheduled in-class session.

Emergency First Aid Course Content

The Red Cross
Preparing to respond
The EMS system
Check, Call, Care
Airway emergencies
Breathing and Circulation emergencies
First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
Wound care

Downloads

Emergency First Aid Fact Sheet

First Aid & CPR Manual

Who should take EFA with CPR-C?

Examples of jobs and workplaces where EFA with CPR-C would be great:

Offices
Restaurants and Bars
Small Construction Sites
Warehouses
Fitness Studios

Tourism
Retail stores
Transit workers
Municipal workers
Landscapers

Certification

Upon successful completion of the course, you will leave at the end of the day with your official Canadian Red Cross Emergency First Aid with CPR-C Certificate. Certifications expires 3 years from the date of your course.

“The course was very well run! Good practice beyond the theoretical material and very engaging class.”

Private EFA with CPR-C Course at your Workplace

Emergency First Aid can be provided as a private group course at your worksite.

We bring all the materials and equipment needed to certify your staff in EFA with CPR-C on-site anywhere in Greater Vancouver!

Frequently asked questions

What is Emergency First Aid with CPR-C?

This is a basic first aid course designed by the Canadian Red Cross. Upon successful completion of this course you will be issued an Emergency First Aid with CPR-C certificate.

Does this course include cpr training?

Yes, our Emergency First Aid training includes CPR-C, which is the highest level of CPR training the Canadian Red Cross offers. It means that you cover CPR techniques for Adults, Children and Infants. This course also includes instruction on how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for Adults, Children, and Infants.

Can I do Emergency First Aid online?

You cannot complete the entire course online, however at Fundamental First Aid Ltd. we offer the blended version of EFA with CPR-C. This means that half of the course is done online at your own pace. Then, you will need to complete the last half of the course in class with a qualified instructor.

Is there a written exam?

Yes, there is a 20 question multiple choice exam that you will complete at the end of your class. You have 30 minutes to complete the test, and you must get 15 of the questions correct in order to pass the course.

Can I work as a first aid attendant with an EFA certificate?

YES! If you are taking this course for work, EFA with CPR-C is recognized by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to OFA Level 1 and qualifies you to work as an OFA Level 1 first aid attendant anywhere in British Columbia.

Do you offer Emergency First Aid with CPR-C in Vancouver?

Yes, all of our public courses are held at our training facility in Vancouver. Check out our Vancouver Campus page to see where we are and learn more about how we offer the absolute best Emergency First Aid courses in Vancouver.