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We don't just teach first aid - we provide the confidence and tools needed to save lives.
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The alert advantage

The Alert Advantage is just one of many things that make Alert First Aid different. This peace of mind package is free with every first aid course we teach. You will walk out the door of your first aid course knowing that we have you covered. From deep discounts on First Aid and Disaster products to our Industry Leading 3-year guarantee.

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Free Manual + App

When you take your Red Cross First-Aid course with us, you'll receive a comprehensive 222-page virtual manual that you can access at any time, and as an added value, we also send you the Red Cross First-Aid App!

3-Year Guarantee

3 years is a long time to be certified. If you don't use it, you lose it. We want you to be confident and prepared, so we offer a free 3-year training tune-up. Join a full or partial course up to 3 times. Book today. $100.00 value!

Deep Discounts

We offer deep discounts on all of our best selling first aid kits. Did you know when you take a course with us you get 25% off our best selling first aid and disaster kits?

Replacement certs

Lose your certificate? Need another copy for your employer? Access your certification 24/7 with the Red Cross online certification website. $30.00 value!

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Upcoming First Aid Courses!

We teach high-quality scenario-based first aid courses all over Vancouver Island and in the Greater Vancouver area.

First Aid Course: Intermediate/Standard First Aid
Intermediate/Standard First Aid

Canadian Red Cross Intermediate First Aid & CPR Level C (Formerly known as Standard First Aid) is recognized across Canada and by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to Intermediate First Aid.

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First Aid Course: Marine Basic First Aid Course - CPR (Blended)
Marine Basic First Aid Course - CPR (Blended)

A blended program approved by Transport Canada, designed for individuals working or training to work in a marine environment. Combining online learning with an in-person session, this course provides essential first aid skills and CPR training tailored for marine settings, focusing on the unique challenges of working on or near water.

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First Aid Course: Basic First Aid (OFA 1)
Basic First Aid (OFA 1)

Learn how to respond in emergencies at home or work with our Basic First Aid (formerly Occupational First Aid Level 1) course. Gain practical, life-saving skills for cardiac arrest, severe bleeding, choking, and more—fully aligned with WorkSafeBC requirements.

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First Aid Course: Advanced First Aid (OFA 3)
Advanced First Aid (OFA 3)

This Advanced First Aid course replaces the WorkSafeBC OFA Level 3 program, aligning with updated safety standards for workplace first aid in high-risk environments.

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First Aid Course: Basic Life Support
Basic Life Support

Our Basic Life Support (BLS) course is designed for healthcare professionals and emergency responders who need to perform high-quality CPR and resuscitation as part of a team. This course provides the advanced skills needed to respond effectively in critical cardiac and respiratory emergencies.

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First Aid Course: Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Our 120-hour Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) course equips you with the skills and certifications needed for a career in emergency services. With full EMALB Schedule 1 and 2 endorsements, no additional "Scope Update" training is required. 

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Great program, hands on training and kept it fun and informative. Will be back for more training and will definitely refer!!!

Liam Horne Occupational First Aid Level 1, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Mike made this course fun and informative with his great sense of humour and clear instructions. No time to sleep in his class!

Anne Boudewyn Emergency Childcare First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Very effective teacher. Gives fair evaluation of both strengths and weaknesses. Communicates very well with classroom. Highly knowledgeable. 

Gail Abdai First Aid Instructor Transfer, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Great course with a lot of enthusiasm. Definitely kept me interested over 3 hours on a hot sunny day. :) The instruction was very clear and I am confident I will be able to provide appropriate 1st aid should I need it. Thanks so much!

Kecia Laitinen CPR, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Andrew was awesome!! Made the course exciting and interesting, which helped me retain the information better. By far the best first aid instructor I’ve had!!

Arianna Wood HCP Standard First Aid, Victoria BC More Testimonials

Awesome! Both Connor & Andrea were incredible instructors.

Jen Paquet Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

"Our instructor Jason was very knowledgeable and had a great sense of humour, which made the course fun and the atmosphere relaxing. I will be back to re-cert and recommend Alert to family and friends."

Sarah Layne CPR HCP, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

The course was clear, well organized & interesting. The instructor was able & willing to fluidly answer questions & welcomed class participation. Props & scenarios were excellent, interesting & reflected very well potential mishaps

Virginia Beswick Emergency Childcare First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

So happy I took this course. I would recommend it to others.

Amy Waines Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Thanks Gary! I enjoyed the course and the scenarios. Thanks for the patience, I'm glad we had you for an instructor this year!!

David Broderson Emergency First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials
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