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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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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: Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (In Person)
Standard First Aid and CPR Level C (In Person)

A hands-on, comprehensive Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid and CPR Level C course, recognized by WorkSafeBC as equivalent to Intermediate First Aid (OFA Level 2). This course covers essential skills for handling emergencies in both home and workplace settings.

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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 (Emergency/OFA 1)
Basic First Aid (Emergency/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 Level 3)
Advanced First Aid (OFA Level 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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Very interactive! Excellent scenarios that guided us through all of the course material and made the exercises fun and memorable. The instructor was very passionate and energetic. I feel confident to perform CPR in ANY setting!

Megan Salcak CPR HCP, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

Always great! Love Alert First Aid!

Heidi Tissari CPR, 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

Great program and an even better instructor. Nathan is very gifted as an instructor: patient, clear & concise. 

Roxanne Miszkiel Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Thank you for teaching in a humorous fun way it made the long day enjoyable. 

Byron Knight Emergency First-Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

I was impressed with the patience, kindness and excellent hands-on experience Nathan provided.

Catriona Black Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

"Alert First-Aid gives the best and most practical courses in Childcare First-Aid I have taken in 15 years of Child Care."

Angela Infant First-Aid, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

Great course, I like the hands on approach. Jason kept it engaging and dynamic, and was very knowledgeable on all questions.

Nicki Pederson Emergency Childcare First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

"Everythng went smoothly, and the instructor was fantastic and could not have done a better job."

Peter Mann CPR-C, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

The best first aid instructor I have ever experienced! He provided an inspiring, practical and intelligent course. I would recommend the course to anyone interested.

Claire MacDonald Standard First Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials
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