The Red Cross

Official Training Partner Of The Canadian Red Cross

The Red Cross

The Canadian Red Cross is the first aid course of our choice and is one of the most popular first aid courses in the world. Starting all the way back in 1855, this organization is steeped in ethics and moral fiber.  They envision a safer world where impartiality and neutrality are observed by all. Find out more about them by visiting their website. 

FIND YOUR COURSE

The Red Cross First Aid Courses are the country’s top-rated and government-recognized certifications. You can take these courses in two ways: fully in-person or with half of the course online. Discover your next course today!

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Variety of First Aid and CPR Courses

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First Aid Near Me is always looking for passionate individuals interested in saving lives. Contact us today to learn more about the current openings available. 

FAQ

Most frequent questions and answers

All courses require a minimum of 3 days (72 hours) notice to be issued a full refund or credit minus a $25 administration fee. Cancellations or schedule changes with less than 3 days (72 hours) notice not be granted. 

Heck ya we do! While Emergency and Standard First Aid are WorkSafeBC approved equivalents to Occupational First Aid, and will be accepted as such, we also offer private OFA courses. Reach out via info@firstaidnearme.ca for more info. 

Yes! Of course! Both Emergency First Aid and Standard First Aid are WorkSafeBC approved. As a Training Partner and Affiliate of the Red cross and Life Saving Society, we are authorized to issue OFA Level 1 equivalents that are accepted in lieu of OFA. 

Absolutely! First Aid Near Me is happy to issue recertifications for any former Red Cross, St John’s Ambulance, Heart and Stroke or Life Saving Society certificate. Please present to your instructor on the day of your course. 

Instructors will issue a temporary certificate immediately after the successful completion of any of our courses. In the following 4-6 weeks, you’ll receive your official certificate via email. 

All of the courses provided by First Aid Near Me are certified through either the Red Cross, Life Saving Society or the Canadian Safety Council (youth courses specifically). FANM is an authorized Training Partner and Affiliate of the Red Cross and the Life Saving Society.

All First Aid Courses are designed for those 13+ years old. Too young for those? We also have the Home Alone Program (10+ years old) and the Babysitting course (12+ years old) available on a regular basis. 

Basic Life Support is a new course that replaces Health Care Provider First Aid. Think of these two as being identical courses just with a new and improved name.Â