First Aid Training in Edmonton
Learn. Practise. Respond.
Learn Life-Saving First Aid Skills
Emergencies can happen anywhere. Our Edmonton first aid courses combine classroom instruction with hands-on practice. You learn to assess emergencies, manage injuries, perform CPR, and support a casualty until professional medical services arrive. Every program is led by a certified instructor with real-world experience in emergency response.
Our First Aid Courses Available in Edmonton
We offer a range of training options to meet different needs, schedules, and certification requirements. Each program aligns with current Canadian Red Cross and Heart & Stroke Foundation guidelines and awards a nationally recognized credential upon successful completion.
Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED
Build essential basic first aid and CPR skills for common workplace and everyday emergencies. This course covers emergency assessment, immediate care and AED use, giving you practical safety skills you can put to work when they matter.
Standard First Aid with CPR/AED
Build a broader foundation of first aid skills for serious injuries and medical emergencies. Along with CPR and AED training, you’ll learn how to respond to severe bleeding, fractures, burns, choking and other situations covered in comprehensive first aid training.
Blended Emergency First Aid with CPR/AED
Complete the course theory online, then bring your learning into the classroom for hands-on CPR training, AED practice and skills assessment. A flexible option for learners who need Emergency First Aid certification while spending less time in class.
Blended Standard First Aid with CPR/AED
Work through the Standard First Aid theory online before coming in for hands-on training and assessment. Practise CPR and AED skills in person while building the broader first aid knowledge and safety skills covered in Standard First Aid.
Standard First Aid with CPR/AED Recertification
Already hold Standard First Aid certification? Refresh your first aid, CPR and AED skills through focused recertification training. A practical option for returning learners who need to renew their certification and keep their safety skills current.
First Responder Training
Take your emergency response skills beyond Standard First Aid. First Responder training develops stronger patient assessment and emergency care skills for people who may need to provide care before professional medical help arrives.
BLS (Basic Life Support)
Designed for healthcare providers and other professionals responding to cardiac and respiratory emergencies. BLS course covers high-quality CPR, AED use, ventilation and coordinated team response, making it an important credential for healthcare professionals, including those working with Alberta Health Services.
BLS Renewal
Keep your Basic Life Support certification current with focused renewal training for previously certified providers. Refresh your CPR, AED and resuscitation skills and stay prepared to respond to cardiac and respiratory emergencies in a healthcare setting.
N95 Mask Fit Test
Make sure your N95 respirator fits correctly before relying on it at work. Our Edmonton N95 mask fit testing verifies the fit of your selected respirator and supports workplace respiratory protection requirements.
Who Is First Aid Training For?
The next emergency may happen at work, at home or somewhere in between. First aid training prepares you to recognize an emergency and respond when someone needs help.
- Employees in industrial, construction, and manufacturing environments.
- Teachers, coaches, and childcare providers who work with young people.
- Healthcare professionals and community support workers.
- Parents, grandparents, and caregivers responsible for family members.
- Office workers and managers seeking workplace first aid certification.
- Volunteers, athletes, and anyone who wants to be prepared for emergencies.
Our Advantage
Red Cross Training Partner
Train with a recognized Canadian first aid training provider and complete applicable Canadian Red Cross programs through an authorized training relationship.
Certification Issued Same Day
Complete your required training and receive your certification the same day, so you have your credentials when you need them.
Small, Instructor-Led Classes
Learn in an instructor-led environment where you have time to practise, ask questions and receive feedback.
Multiple Training Formats
Choose in-person or blended learning options depending on the course and how you prefer to complete your training.
Practical Skills Assessment
Put your CPR, AED and first aid skills into practice as part of your hands-on training and assessment.
Edmonton Training Location
Complete your practical training at a dedicated Edmonton location with scheduled course dates throughout the year.
Inside Your Course
Our first aid courses are built around practical skill development. Every course includes both instruction and hands-on practice so participants can apply what they learn in real emergencies.
Core Skills Taught Across Our Programs
Scene assessment and personal safety during emergencies.
Responding to unconscious or unresponsive casualties.
Managing bleeding, shock, and soft-tissue injuries.
Treating burns, fractures, and musculoskeletal injuries.
Recognizing and responding to breathing emergencies.
Performing CPR on adults, children, and infants.
Using an automated external defibrillator (AED).
Communicating effectively with emergency services.
The Benefits That Come With Training
First aid training gives you something you can carry beyond the classroom. You gain confidence, build practical knowledge and earn a recognized certification that can be useful at work, in your community and throughout your career.
| What You Gain | How It Applies |
|---|---|
| Confidence in Emergencies | Certification teaches you how to respond calmly and correctly under pressure. |
| Recognized Safety Training | Certified courses meet Canadian workplace and occupational health standards. |
| Workplace Safety Compliance | Helps employers satisfy Alberta occupational health and safety requirements. |
| Community Preparedness | Trained individuals contribute to a safer environment for everyone around them. |
| Career Advancement | First aid certification is a valued qualification in many industries across Alberta. |
First Aid Training for Workplaces
Keep your employees trained, certified and ready to respond. Our workplace first aid training helps Edmonton businesses meet their training requirements while giving employees practical experience with CPR, AEDs and emergency first aid.
Choose scheduled classroom training or arrange group training for your team. We can work with your schedule and training needs to make certification easier to manage.
Teams We’ve Trained
From small businesses to large organizations, our instructors have helped Edmonton teams build the skills to respond when they’re needed. Here are a few of them:
See What Our Students Say
I liked they used real life scenarios as mock sessions and kept class interactive using group works. Will recertify here again!
– Rubean
I had Malachi at First Aid Edmonton for my Level C recertification. He is fantastic, a very skilled educator, and if you’re nervous or unsure he is incredibly patient. I highly recommend this location, instructor and facility. Five Stars!
– Julie
Highly recommended, I’ve been taking first aid for many years and Jenni was the best instructor I ever had. I definitely will go see her again. Thank you so much for the amazing experience.
– Sharlene
We took a first aid course here and we learned a lot in our 2-day course. Jenni is the best first aid instructor I’ve ever had.
– Lindsay
Friendly instructors and high-quality training!
– Kyle
Build Experience Through Practice
Having theoretical knowledge doesn’t mean being able to perform them. Saving lives depends on acting quickly and correctly, and hands-on practice is the foundation of that capability. Our first aid courses give you time to practise CPR, AED use and essential first aid techniques with an instructor guiding you through each skill.
You’ll work with training equipment, practise common emergency responses and receive feedback along the way. By the time you finish the course, you’ll have practised real-world emergency scenarios and built the confidence to respond when you’re needed.
FAQ
Most first aid and CPR certifications are valid for three years. BLS certification is different and is generally valid for one year, so BLS providers need to renew annually.
Many Alberta workplaces require employees to hold first aid certification, but the specific level depends on the workplace, number of employees and work environment. Standard First Aid with CPR/AED is a common certification for workplace roles with broader first aid requirements.
Yes. Our blended First Aid courses combine online learning with required in-person skills training and assessment, leading to the same applicable Alberta OHS-recognized certification as the classroom format.
Standard First Aid covers a broad range of injuries and medical emergencies. Training includes CPR and AED use along with emergency care for situations such as severe bleeding, burns, fractures, choking, sudden illness, and head and spine injuries.
Course requirements vary by program, but certification generally requires full attendance, successful demonstration of required practical skills and completion of the required knowledge assessment.
The blended format moves the theory portion online and reserves the in-person session for hands-on practice and skills assessment. For applicable CPR/AED Level C blended training, the online portion takes approximately 2–3 hours, followed by about 3.5 hours of in-class practical training.
BLS certification is valid for one year. Healthcare providers and other professionals who require current BLS credentials should plan to renew annually.
Yes. Workplaces, organizations and community groups can arrange group first aid training. Group bookings and discounts are available for qualifying groups.
Yes. Standard Childcare First Aid is designed for people working with children and includes training focused on child-specific medical emergencies. The course runs over two days.
Your First Aid Course Starts Here
Whether you are looking for a first aid course in Edmonton for personal development, to satisfy a workplace requirement, or to advance your career in healthcare, here you’ll find courses for all kinds of learners and requirements.
Choose your course and register online. If you have questions, our team is here to help.
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