Standard First Aid

Comprehensive Canadian Red Cross first aid training for higher-risk workplaces, team leaders, and anyone wanting more advanced emergency care skills.

Is This the Right Course for You?

Designed for higher-risk workplaces and more comprehensive emergency preparedness.

Perfect For

• Construction & trades
• Manufacturing & industrial workplaces
• Coaches & recreation leaders
• Those seeking comprehensive training

Course Snapshot

• 16-hour course
• Canadian Red Cross certification
(3 years)
• CPR Level C & AED included
• Classroom or blended learning available

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Choose the Right First Aid Course

Not sure which course you need? Here’s how Standard First Aid compares to the other training options we offer.

Standard First Aid

Comprehensive training for higher-risk workplaces and anyone seeking more advanced knowledge.

Best For

At a Glance

Duration

16-hour classroom course OR
8-hour blended course

Certification

Canadian Red Cross certification valid for 3 years

Includes

Emergency First Aid

Designed for everyday emergencies and lower-risk workplaces.

Best For

At a Glance

Duration

8-hour classroom course OR
6-hour blended course

Certification

Canadian Red Cross certification valid for 3 years

Includes

What You'll Leave With

Standard First Aid prepares you to recognize, assess, and respond to a wider range of emergencies with confidence. Through realistic scenarios and hands-on practice, you’ll develop the skills to make informed decisions when every second counts.

You'll Gain Skills In...

Everything taught in Emergency First Aid, plus expanded assessment skills, injury management, and emergency response..

You'll Be Ready To...

Apply your training with confidence when emergencies happen at work, at home, or in your community.

Why Train With LifeShield?

Great first aid training goes beyond checklists and certification. We help you understand why you’re taking each action so you can think clearly, act confidently, and help when it matters most.

Emergency Services Instructors

Our instructors have responded to real emergencies. They bring that experience into the classroom to help you understand not only what to do, but how those decisions unfold in real emergencies.

Understand the "Why"

You’ll learn why first aid techniques work—not just what to do. When you understand the reasoning behind each action, you’re better prepared to remember your training and adapt when every emergency is different.

Learn by Doing

The best way to build confidence is through practice. You’ll spend time applying your skills in realistic scenarios with guidance and feedback from experienced instructors.

Confidence to Act

Our goal isn’t simply to certify you for the next three years. It’s to prepare you with the confidence to step forward and help when someone needs it most.

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Choose How You'd Like to Take Standard First Aid

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TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM

Classroom Training

Complete your Standard First Aid training in one instructor-led classroom session.

ONLINE + PRACTICAL

Blended Learning

Complete a self-paced online module, followed by a shorter instructor-led skills session.

CERTIFICATION RENEWAL

Recertification

Renew your current certification through a shorter instructor-led recertification course.

CHOOSE YOUR LOCATION

Standard First Aid Course Dates

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TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM

Classroom Training Dates

Complete Standard First Aid in a 2-day instructor-led classroom session. Choose your preferred training location to view upcoming dates.

Dartmouth

635 Portland Hills Drive

Halifax

250 St. Margaret's Bay Road

ONLINE + PRACTICAL

Blended Learning Dates

Complete the online theory first, then attend your preferred location for the 1-day in-person skills session.

Dartmouth

635 Portland Hills Drive

Halifax

250 St. Margaret's Bay Road

CERTIFICATION RENEWAL

Recertification Dates

Renew your eligible Standard First Aid certification through a half-day in-person course. Choose your preferred training location to view upcoming dates.

Dartmouth

635 Portland Hills Drive

Halifax

250 St. Margaret's Bay Road

Training a Group or Workplace?

Need Standard First Aid training for your team? We offer convenient on-site training for workplaces and groups throughout Nova Scotia