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Standard First Aid, CPR-C/AED Certification Course

Comprehensive training in first aid and CPR that equips participants to recognize, respond, and manage emergencies.

Winter 2026 Program Registration Opens

December 10th @ 9:00am

Standard First Aid, CPR – C/AED Certification

 This training course covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. It incorporates all of Emergency First Aid and is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid including: legal implications of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, chest injuries, and medical emergencies. Includes CPR-C certification.

An overview of the program can be found on the Lifesaving Society website.

Please Note:

The first aid program is not restricted to aquatic candidates. You can use the Lifesaving Society’s first aid awards to train non-aquatic staff (camp, playground, maintenance, etc.) and the general public.

This SFA certification needs to be recertified every three years.

Prerequisites

Required

Lifesaving Society Verification of Identity Policy

Candidates will be required to provide their Instructor/Examiner proof of government-issued ID with a photo, date of birth and name for all original vocational courses and recertification, effective January 1, 2026. For additional information please visit their website.

Dates & Times

Fall Term

DatesTimes
November 1st & 2nd8:30am – 5:30pm

Winter Term

DatesTimes
January 17th & 18th8:30am – 5:30pm
February 28th & March 1st8:30am – 5:30pm

Spring Term

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Summer Term

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Cost

Location

Important Notes

Notice (1):

The manual fee is built into the course fee as it is a required resource in the course. Manuals will be issued at the first session.

If you would like to opt out of purchasing a manual because you already have one, you must call (613) 520-4480 or register in-person at the Welcome Center desk in Alumni Hall.

Fall Registration Open Now

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