Canadian Red Cross Training Partner

Emergency First Aid (Basic)

CSA Basic Compliant
CPR-C + AED Included
Nova Scotia OHS Approved

A one-day Canadian Red Cross course with CPR-C + AED for people who need basic workplace First Aid certification in Nova Scotia.

Nova Scotia Workplace Check:If your employer asked for Basic First Aid, this is the course you need. BraveHeart teaches it with CPR-C + AED included so students leave with adult, child, infant CPR and AED training.

Who is this course for?

Emergency First Aid (Basic) is designed for individuals working in lower-risk environments or smaller teams, as well as anyone looking for an efficient but thorough introduction to critical life-saving skills.

Office and administrative staff

Retail and customer service workers

Hospitality and restaurant employees

Community group and sports leaders

General public and families

Workplaces requiring basic CSA compliance

What you will learn

Our hands-on training ensures you practice the exact steps required to respond calmly and confidently in an emergency.

Core Resuscitation

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children, and infants, combined with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) operation.

Choking & Airway Emergencies

Recognizing and clearing airway obstructions for conscious and unconscious casualties of all ages.

Wound Care & External Bleeding

How to manage minor wounds, abrasions, life-threatening external bleeding, and burns.

Shock & Allergic Reactions

Identifying and treating shock, severe allergic reactions (including epinephrine auto-injector training), and asthma.

Course Specifications

Duration: 1 day (In-Person) OR Blended (Online + 0.5 day In-Person)

Certificate validity: 3 years (Canadian Red Cross)

Training Centre: 28 Aberdeen Street, Suite 3, Kentville, NS

Interactive Skill Practice — Students training in a bright classroom, practicing airway management and choking relief steps under the friendly guidance of an experienced instructor.

Format Breakdown

How Blended Study Works

We offer blended courses to respect your schedule and maximize hands-on practice.Prefer a traditional format? We still offer full, multi-day In-Person courses for students who want more face-to-face instruction and extended time in the classroom.

Step 1 — At Home

Online Theory (4 hours)

Complete approximately 4 hours of interactive online training at home. Work through videos and quizzes at your own speed, whenever it fits your schedule.

Self-PacedComplete before class

Step 2 — In Class

Hands-on Practice

Join us in Kentville for a high-energy 4-hour hands-on session. We focus 100% of our time on active physical skills, scenarios, and building your confidence.

a half-day (4 hours)Kentville Training Centre

Why We Prefer Blended Learning

Respects Your Schedule

You shouldn't have to give up entire weekends or consecutive workdays. Finish the theory chapters on your couch, in bed, or on lunch breaks.

More Time for Muscle Memory

At BraveHeart, we've always focused on active learning. Shifting the required theory online gives us even more time in class for hands-on repetitions, realistic drills, and personalized coaching.

Fully Certified

You get the exact same official, nationally-recognized 3-year certification issued by the Canadian Red Cross, fully approved for NS workplace compliance.

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