Basic First Aid Course Detail

Our Basic First Aid helps students develop basic first aid knowledge, skills, and the confidence to respond. The program is an excellent choice for both the community and workplace setting, and conforms to the 2015 AHA and ARC Guidelines Update for First Aid.

Intended for individuals who are not healthcare providers or professional rescuers but desire, or are required, to be certified in basic emergency medical care.

Intended Audience

Individuals who require or desire elementary first aid knowledge and skills with a focus on adults, children, or both, including:

• Emergency response teams in business and industry

• School bus drivers

• Adult residential care personnel

• Child care workers

• Teachers

• Parents

• Babysitters

Class Configurations

• Max student to instructor ratio: 10 to 1

• Recommended student to equipment ratio: 3 to 1

Successful Completion (Certification)

Written Evaluation:

• Required when specified by organizational, local, or state regulation. It is recommended for designated responders with a duty or employer expectation to respond in an emergency and provide first aid care.

Skills Evaluation:

• Students must perform required skills competently without assistance.

Important Considerations

Recognized certification period: Up to 2 years

Recommended time to complete:

• Initial training: 3-4 hours

• Renewal training: Less than initial instructional time

• Successful completion is based on achievement of the core learning objectives rather than a prescribed instruction time.

Blended Courses Available

• Students will have online access to course via a link sent directly to your email.

• Upon completion of the online course students will need to practice their skills with an instructor at our training site.