Standard First Aid & CPR-C Recertification
Renew your Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate in one hands-on day. Recognized by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA Level 2). Book now before your certificate expires!
- Course length
- 8 hoursOne day, in class
- Price
- $100plus GST
- Certificate
- Same dayValid 3 years
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SFA & CPR-C Recertification Schedule
Your Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate must still be valid on the day of class. We accept Canadian Red Cross, St. John Ambulance, and Lifesaving Society certificates. If yours has expired, or you hold OFA Level 1 or Basic First Aid, book the full Standard First Aid course instead.
What Is Standard First Aid Recertification?
Standard First Aid recertification is a one-day, 8-hour course that renews your Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate for another 3 years. Designed by the Canadian Red Cross, it refreshes your first aid, CPR, and AED skills and re-evaluates them, so you skip the online portion of the full course.
Standard First Aid with CPR-C is recognized by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA Level 2), which means you can work as an Intermediate First Aid attendant anywhere in BC. It also meets the first aid requirement the College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC) sets for Registered Massage Therapists and chiropractors.
Who can take the recertification?
- You hold a Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate from the Canadian Red Cross, St. John Ambulance, or the Lifesaving Society
- Your certificate is still valid on the day of class
- OFA Level 1 and Basic First Aid certificates don’t qualify. You’ll need the full Standard First Aid course
- There’s no grace period. If your certificate has expired, even by a day, you’ll need the full course
Who is Standard First Aid for?
Standard First Aid with CPR-C is required or recommended for:
- Workplace first aid attendants (Intermediate First Aid)
- Registered Massage Therapists (RMTs)
- Chiropractors
- Naturopathic physicians
- Acupuncturists
- Police applicants, including the RCMP, Vancouver Police Department (VPD), and Metro Vancouver Transit Police
- Lifeguards
Tip: Book a few weeks before your expiry date. If your certificate lapses before your class, you’ll have to take the full 16-hour course.
What’s Covered in the Recertification
The full Standard First Aid with CPR-C curriculum, refreshed and re-evaluated in one day.
Responding to emergencies
- Preparing to respond
- The EMS system
- Check, Call, Care
CPR-C and AED
- CPR for adults, children, and infants
- AED use for all ages
- Airway, breathing, and circulation emergencies
Injuries
- Wound care
- Head, neck, and spinal injuries
Sudden illness
- Sudden medical emergencies
- Environmental illnesses
- Poisons
Course Details at a Glance
| Course length | 8 hoursOne day, fully in class |
|---|---|
| Price | $100 + GST |
| Certification | Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR-C |
| WorkSafeBC | Equivalent to Intermediate First AidFormerly OFA Level 2 |
| Prerequisite | A current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificateCanadian Red Cross, St. John Ambulance, or Lifesaving Society. Must be valid on the day of class |
| Examination | Written and practical30 multiple choice questions, 23 correct to pass, 45 minutes, plus skills evaluation by your instructor |
| Guarantee | Pass or your money back |
| Valid for | 3 years |
| Certificate issued | At the end of class, same day |
| Class size | 18 students maximum |
| Locations | Vancouver Campus206 – 1868 Glen Drive, Vancouver, BC V6A 4K4Burnaby Campus4725 Kingsway, Burnaby, BC V5H 2C3Surrey Campus201 – 10595 King George Blvd, Surrey, BC V3T 2X5 |
| Study resources | Standard First Aid Fact Sheet (PDF) First Aid & CPR Manual (PDF) |
For employers
Recertify Your First Aid Attendants On Site
Keep your workplace first aid coverage current without sending staff across town. We run private Standard First Aid recertification courses at your workplace anywhere in the Lower Mainland, or at one of our training centres, scheduled around your operations.
- Canadian Red Cross Training Partner, recognized by WorkSafeBC
- We bring the instructors, manikins, AED trainers, and materials
- Pass-or-money-back guarantee for every student
- Direct invoicing, with purchase orders accepted
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Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the Standard First Aid recertification?
8 hours, completed in one day in class. There’s no online portion.
How much does Standard First Aid recertification cost?
$100 plus GST.
Who is eligible for the SFA recertification?
Anyone holding a current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate from the Canadian Red Cross, St. John Ambulance, or the Lifesaving Society. Your certificate must still be valid on the day of class.
My Standard First Aid certificate has expired. Can I still recertify?
No. There’s no grace period after expiry. If your certificate has expired, even by a day, you’ll need to take the full Standard First Aid course.
Can I recertify with an OFA Level 1 or Basic First Aid certificate?
No. The recertification is only for current Standard First Aid with CPR-C holders. With an OFA Level 1 or Basic First Aid certificate, you’ll need the full Standard First Aid course.
I have a St. John Ambulance or Lifesaving Society certificate. Can I renew with you?
Yes. As long as it’s still valid, you can recertify with us. Your new certificate will be a Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate.
Can I work as a first aid attendant with this certificate?
Yes. Standard First Aid with CPR-C is recognized by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to Intermediate First Aid (formerly OFA Level 2), so it qualifies you to work as an Intermediate First Aid attendant anywhere in BC.
Does this meet the first aid requirement for RMTs and chiropractors?
Yes. The College of Complementary Health Professionals of BC (CCHPBC), which replaced the CMTBC and the College of Chiropractors of BC, requires a current Standard First Aid with CPR-C certificate, and the Canadian Red Cross certificate is accepted.
Does the recertification include CPR?
Yes. It includes CPR-C, the highest level of CPR the Canadian Red Cross offers in a first aid course, covering adults, children, and infants, plus AED use for all three age groups.
Is there an exam?
Yes. A 30-question multiple choice exam with 45 minutes to complete it, and you need 23 correct answers to pass. Your instructor also evaluates your practical skills during the day.
What happens if I don’t pass?
Your course is covered by our pass-or-money-back guarantee. If you don’t pass, you get your money back.
How long is my new certificate valid?
3 years from the date of your course. You receive your certificate at the end of the day.
Where is Standard First Aid recertification offered?
At all three of our campuses: Vancouver Campus at 206 – 1868 Glen Drive, Burnaby Campus at 4725 Kingsway, and Surrey Campus at 201 – 10595 King George Blvd. We can also run private group courses at your workplace.
How big are the classes?
A maximum of 18 students.
Can I take the recertification online?
No. The recertification is completed entirely in class, because your CPR, AED, and first aid skills have to be evaluated in person by a qualified instructor.
What is the day like?
It’s set up like a typical work day, with two coffee breaks and a lunch break. We provide free water, coffee, and tea, and every centre has a fridge and microwave if you bring your own lunch.
Can my employer book and pay for my recertification?
Yes. We invoice employers directly and accept purchase orders. For groups, we can run a private course at your workplace or at one of our centres. Contact us for a quote.
Book Your Standard First Aid Recertification
One day, $100 plus GST, and your new 3-year certificate the same day. Renew before your certificate expires and skip the full 16-hour course.
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