VO2 Health Focus

CPR/AED levels A, C or HCP/BLS – Certification

$95 -105

Courses on cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) provide the skills needed to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies and choking for adults, children and babies depending on the level of CPR chosen. Courses meet legislation requirements for provincial/
territorial worker safety and insurance board (WSIB) and include the latest CPR guidelines and training in the use of an automated external defibrillator (AED).

Cardiovascular disease is often caused by correctable problems such as an unhealth diet, lack of exercise, being overweight and smoking. In Canada approximately 148 people die from cardiovascular disease and stroke every day¹. 17.7% of all deaths in Canada are from heart disease. Heart disease is the second leading cause of death in Canada, claiming more than 53,000 lives per year.

These deaths often occur outside of a hospital, but the survival rate could double if the victims were treated with CPR and an automated external defibrillator (AED).

A leader in First Aid/CPR for 25+ years VO2 Health Focus certifies over 10,000 participates each year. Learn to recognize and potentially safe a life from the best in the field of First Aid and CPR.

Course Delivery Options
  • Blended Learning is a combination of independent learning and in-class practical skills. Once registered you will receive an email from the Canadian Red Cross with your online course invite. You are required to login and complete the online portion of the course at your own pace prior to attending the in-class session.
  • Traditional Classroom is an in person interactive classroom experience where participants gain CPR/AED knowledge and have an opportunity to practice their skills with the support of a First Aid/CPR Instructor.
Course Online Course In-class Training
Blended Courses
CPR/AED Level A 3 hrs 2 hrs
CPR/AED Level C 3 hrs 3 hrs
CPR/AED – HCP/BLS n/a n/a
Traditional Courses
CPR/AED Level A n/a 4 hrs
CPR/AED Level C n/a 5 hrs
CPR/AED – HCP/BLS n/a 4 hrs

When you register for the above course, you are selecting the date, time and location for your in-class training session.

COURSE CONTENT

Level A

  • The Red Cross
  • Preparing to respond
  • Check, Call, Care
  • Recovery position
  • Choking – adult
  • Assisting with medication
  • Angina and heart attack
  • Stroke
  • CPR/AED – adult
  • Deadly bleeding

Level C

  • Level A content +
  • Choking for child and baby
  • CPR/AED – child and baby

HCP/BLS – Course Includes:

  • Glove removal
  • Primary assessment
  • High performance CPR
  • Bag, Valve Mask (BVM)
  • Assisted ventilation
  • HCP/BLS special considerations
  • Includes any other content required by specific legislation

PARTICIPANT MATERIALS

  • CPR (manual from the Canadian Red Cross)
  • CPR A, C – Online access via PIN (Blended only)
  • CPR A, C or HCP/BLS Certificate

DURATION

  • CPR A: 4 hours in-class OR 2 hours in-class + 3 hours online learning*
  • CPR C: 5 hours in-class OR 3 hours in-class + 3 hours online learning*
  • HCP/BLS: 4 hours in-class (Option to add 1 hour for Airway Management and 1 hour for Oxygen Therapy)

INSTRUCTOR

  • First Aid/CPR Instructor

PREREQUISITE

  • Level A, C – None
  • HCP/BLS
  • Proof of current recognized BLS Certification
  • Learners are required to have a current Basic Life Support Field Guide

COMPLETION

  • Successfully demonstrate skills and critical steps
  • Min. 75% mark for written knowledge evaluation
  • Attend and participate in 100% of the course

CERTIFICATION

  • CPR Level A OR C 3-Year Certification
  • HCP/BLS – 1 Year Certification

* Please note, online learning time may vary depending on learner.