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

1-day, hands-on WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid (formerly OFA Level 1) in Victoria, Nanaimo, Duncan, Vancouver and Burnaby, from a WorkSafeBC-approved training provider, meeting WorkSafeBC Basic First Aid requirements.

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

10-day WorkSafeBC Advanced First Aid (formerly Occupational First Aid Level 3) in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Vancouver and Burnaby, from a WorkSafeBC-approved training provider. No prior first aid required.

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First Aid Course: Basic Life Support
Basic Life Support

4-hour Canadian Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) in Victoria, Duncan, Nanaimo, Vancouver and Burnaby, for healthcare providers and professional responders.

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

120-hour Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) program in Victoria and Nanaimo, with BLS, EMALB Schedule 1 and 2, and licensing prep.

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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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Latest News & Articles

New First Aid Requirements: What BC Schools Need to Know

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As of July 1, 2025, all public secondary schools in British Columbia are required to provide CPR and AED training to Grade 10 students. This new mandate is part of the revised Physical and Health Education (PHE 10) curriculum and is a significant step toward improving emergency preparedness in school communities. Additionally, all secondary schools […]

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Workplace First Aid Kits: How To Determine What You Need

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Marine Advanced First Aid: A Course Breakdown

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"It was a lot of information to take in; however, it was presentred in a very manageable and understandable way."

Jessica Rasmussen Emergency First-Aid and CPR-C, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

Thank you! Course was great. Clear & to the point. Good use of time.

Stacey Robinson CPR, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

"With the addition of the instructors humour, the course was both fun and effective! The group scenarios where no one was alone in dealing with a scenario was great. Little to no anxiety in participating. :)"

Kaitlin Erb Standard First-Aid and CPR-C, Victoria, B.C. More Testimonials

The class was the best I've taken. Very hands on and 100% educational for first aid and CPR. Will definitely recommend the class to others!

Peggy Massier Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Fun! Really enjoyed how interactive it was!

Miranda Satermo Emergency Childcare First Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

Enjoyed the course – Mike’s humour well appreciated. I’d recommend others to this program. Thanks.

Chad Dickie Occupational First Aid Level 1, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

Very energetic, entertaining instructor. I appreciated the clear explanations and demos - engaged the group very well. Probably the most enjoyable recert I've done...and I've done many!

Elizabeth Skanes CPR HCP, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

Great course. Very fun learning environment. Learned a lot in little time.

John Barry Standard First Aid, Nanaimo, BC More Testimonials

Love the hands on experience as I am a tactile type learner. Informative and every question was answered.

Kacey Milligan Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials

It was a lot more fun & interactive than I assumed. It was a good weekend.

Jessica Vos Standard First Aid, Victoria, BC More Testimonials
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