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ONLINE + PRACTICAL TRAINING
Blended First Aid & CPR Training
Complete the theory portion online at your own pace, then attend a shorter in-person session to practise your skills with an experienced Canadian Red Cross instructor.
WHY BLENDED LEARNING?
Learn Online. Practice In Person.
Get Certified.
Blended learning combines flexible online theory with hands-on, instructor-led training. Complete the knowledge portion on your own schedule, then attend a shorter in-person session to practise your skills and complete your certification.
Flexible Online Learning
Complete the theory portion online at your own pace, wherever it fits your schedule.
Less Time in Class
Arrive with the theory completed and spend less time in class while still receiving hands-on skills training.
Hands-On Practice
Practice first aid and CPR skills in person with an experienced Canadian Red Cross instructor.
HOW IT WORKS
A Flexible Two-Part Learning Experience
Complete the theory online first, then attend an in-person skills session to practise what you’ve learned and complete your certification.
Register
Choose your course, date and preferred LifeShield training location.
Complete Online Learning
Complete the online theory at your own pace before your in-person session.
Attend Your Skills Session
Join your instructor for hands-on practice, demonstrations and skill development.
Get Certified
Successfully complete the course requirements and receive your Canadian Red Cross certification.
CHOOSE YOUR COURSE
Choose Your Blended Course
Choose the Canadian Red Cross course that best matches your workplace, professional, or personal training needs.
MOST POPULAR COURSES
Emergency First Aid (EFA)
Basic first aid and CPR training for workplaces, community members and anyone seeking essential first aid certification.
- Self-Paced Online Module
- Half-Day Classroom Course
- 3-Year Certification
- Includes CPR "C" + AED
CHOOSE A LOCATION
Standard First Aid (SFA)
Comprehensive first aid and CPR training for workplaces and anyone seeking a well-rounded first aid certification.
- Self-Paced Online Module
- 1-Day Classroom Course
- 3-Year Certification
- Includes CPR "C" + AED
CHOOSE A LOCATION
NOT SURE WHICH COURSE YOU NEED?
We’ll Help You Choose the Right Certification
First aid requirements can vary depending on your workplace, profession and reason for training. Answer a few quick questions and we’ll help you identify the right course.
WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS
Find the Right Workplace Certification
Answer three quick questions to determine the minimum first aid certification required under Nova Scotia workplace regulations. Once you’ve identified the requirement, we’ll recommend the appropriate Canadian Red Cross course offered by LifeShield.
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What type of workplace do you have?
Select the option that best describes your workplace. We’ll determine the minimum Nova Scotia first aid requirement and recommend the appropriate Canadian Red Cross course offered by LifeShield.
Office
Administrative offices, professional services, and similar low-hazard workplaces.
Common Examples
• Law Offices
• Accounting Firms
• Insurance Offices
• Government Offices
Non-Office
Construction, manufacturing, retail, hospitality, transportation, and most other workplaces.
Common Examples
• Construction
• Retail Stores
• Warehouses
• Restaurants
Not Sure
Not sure which category applies? We’ll help before recommending training.
Common Examples
• Mixed Workplaces
• Unique Operations
• Multiple Locations
• Unsure
How long would it normally take emergency services to arrive?
Estimate the normal travel time for emergency medical services to reach your workplace after being contacted.
OTHER TRAINING OPTIONS
Looking for a Different Way to Train?
Explore flexible training options or renew an existing certification with LifeShield.
CLASSROOM LEARNING
CLASSROOM TRAINING
Complete your entire course in person with an experienced Canadian Red Cross instructor. No online learning module required.
RENEW YOUR CERTIFICATION
RECERTIFICATION
Renew your existing certification with a shorter, streamlined in-person course designed for eligible certificate holders.