Intermediate
First Aid
CPR-C & AED included
Who is this for?
Anyone who wants deeper training for more serious situations. At work, home, or in your community. No prior course required.
How it works
Two days. Hands-on. Canadian Red Cross certified.
Includes everything from Basic First Aid—plus added skills for trauma, medical emergencies, and longer care.
What You’ll Learn In Our Intermediate First Aid Training course In Nova ScotiA
This course includes everything in Basic First Aid—plus added training for more serious and complex emergencies.
You’ll learn how to support someone through longer care situations, multiple injuries, and medical conditions like stroke or heart attack.
Designed to be practical, clear, and hands-on. So you leave knowing what to do, not just what to remember.
Our Intermediate First Aid Courses Cover:
CPR-C for adults, children & infants
AED use + emergency scene safety
Choking + breathing emergencies
Bleeding, burns, fractures, and bandaging
Head + spine injuries
Medical emergencies: seizures, diabetes, allergic reactions
Environmental risks: heat stroke, cold exposure, opioid poisoning
The "Check · Call · Care" method
IS A STANDARD FIRST AID COURSE RIGHT FOR YOU?
The Intermediate First Aid course is essential for many different people and professions. From meeting strict workplace safety requirements to simply wanting to be prepared for the unexpected, this training offers life-saving first aid skills.
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Learn how to manage injuries and medical emergencies specific to children and infants. This first aid training course provides parents with the skills to address common incidents like choking, bleeding, and allergic reactions, helping them protect their loved ones.
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Many jobs require a higher level of first aid certification to comply with Occupational Health and Safety standards. This training ensures you have the skills to handle serious injuries on the job site. Our course meets CSA Z1210 standards.
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If your employer requires CSA-approved certification, this course fulfills those first aid requirements. It is often a prerequisite for designated Workplace First Aid Attendant roles in industries with more than 20-25 employees.
Discover how a first aid certificate can advance your career and protect your loved ones.
Why Choose Braveheart First Aid In Nova Scotia For Your First Aid Certification Classes
We are committed to providing the best first aid training experience in Nova Scotia, blending professional instruction with a supportive and practical learning environment.
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We offer both in-person and flexible blended learning, combining online sessions with one in-person day.
Choose from:
2-day in-person course (14–16 hours)
Blended format: ~6–8 hours self-paced online + 1 full day in person
Both formats teach essential first aid and life-saving skills and provide the same Red Cross certification.
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Our team of Red Cross-certified instructors consists of highly experienced professionals with real-world paramedic and first responder experience. They bring extensive real-world knowledge to the classroom, providing expert guidance on all aspects of workplace first aid training. Additionally, our smaller classes mean more practice time and one-on-one support.
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Our curriculum goes beyond a textbook, focusing on realistic, practical scenarios. You'll learn to handle emergencies like severe bleeding and bone, muscle, and joint injuries and much more with confidence through simulated events and practical exercises.
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BraveHeart First Aid is a recognized Red Cross training partner. Our courses and first aid certificate are officially approved and widely recognized throughout Nova Scotia, ensuring you meet all Occupational Health and Safety requirements. These certifications are valid for 3 years.
Experience the BraveHeart difference. Our expert-led training ensures you get the best skills for real-life situations.
EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT OUR FIRST AID INTERMEDIATE COURSE
Intermediate First Aid Training Format and Logistics
CHOOSE FROM FULLY IN-PERSON OR BLENDED LEARNING FORMATS
We offer flexible learning options to fit your lifestyle. Our blended learning combines one day of convenient online classes with a practical in-person day, so you can learn at your own pace. Our instructors still take the time to ensure you experience hands-on skills practice, so you don't miss out on anything.
HANDS ON PRACTICE IN SMALL MANAGEABLE GROUPS
Our small class sizes ensure you get ample one-on-one time with your instructor. You'll build confidence through realistic scenarios and practical skill assessments, mastering emergency scene management and all aspects of first aid & CPR to a high standard.
rECEIVE YOUR 3-YEAR RED CROSS CERTIFICATION ELECTRONICALLY
Upon successfully achieving a passing grade, you'll receive your certification from The Red Cross as an official e-certificate. This 3-year certification is valid and recognized throughout Nova Scotia, and can be easily shared or printed as needed.
Intermediate First Aid Recertification in Nova Scotia
BraveHeart's Intermediate First Aid recertification offers a convenient one-day course format for those with a valid, unexpired certificate. It focuses on refreshing your first aid skills through practical, hands-on skills assessments. If your previous certification has expired, you must re-take the full two-day course to regain your certification.
What You'll Leave With After Your Standard First Aid Course
You'll graduate with much more than a certificate. Our comprehensive Standard First Aid course ensures you leave with a deep understanding beyond basic first aid. You'll have the confidence and hands-on first aid skills to manage a wide range of emergencies and provide immediate assistance.
Here's what you'll be equipped with:
The confidence to act in real emergencies
3-year Red Cross certification
CPR-C + AED skills
Hands-on practice, not just theory
START YOUR STANDARD FIRST AID TRAINING IN NOVA SCOTIA TODAY
Start your journey to becoming a certified First Aid Attendant with BraveHeart First Aid. Our Intermediate (Standard) First Aid course is the ideal choice for those in Nova Scotia who want to learn essential life-saving skills. Join our community of prepared individuals today.
Every class starts at 9:00 AM. Pick Your Date. We’ll handle everything else.
LEARN MORE ABOUT INTERMEDIATE FIRST AID CERTIFICATIONS
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These terms are often used interchangeably, but generally refer to the same comprehensive 2-day Canadian Red Cross course. It's the next level up from Emergency or Basic First Aid, covering a wider range of injuries and medical emergencies and providing a more in-depth curriculum.
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Our intermediate first aid courses are extremely competitively priced. The cost varies depending on whether you need to recertify or are taking the course for the very first time. Our friendly customer service team are always available to help walk you through pricing and to help you choose the perfect course for you.
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Barveheart HQ is conveniently located in Kentville, Nova Scotia, but with our blended learning courses, it's easier than ever to access our courses. You can enjoy the convenience of doing half of your course from wherever you are located in NS!
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Your Intermediate (Standard) First Aid certificate remains valid for three years from the date of completion. This certification is recognized and accepted for workplace requirements across all of Canada.
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Yes, you can choose the blended learning option. This involves completing approximately six to eight hours of online modules, followed by one full day of in-person practical training and evaluation.
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Yes, if your certificate is still valid, you can take an abbreviated one-day recertification course. However, if your certificate has expired, you will be required to take the full two-day course again.
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Yes, this course fully meets the workplace requirements in Nova Scotia. It complies with the rigorous CSA Standard Z1210 for first aid training and Nova Scotia OHS standards.
WHERE WE MEET
BraveHeart First Aid HQ
45 Donald Hiltz Connector, Unit B
Kentville Business Park, NS
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