Intermediate First Aid (Standard)
- 2-day course
- CPR-C + AED included
Meets CSA Intermediate & NS OHS requirements
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A two-day Canadian Red Cross course with CPR-C + AED for people who need workplace First Aid certification in Nova Scotia. Take it fully in-person over 2 days, or blended: theory online at home, then 1 day of hands-on practice in class.
Formerly known as Standard First Aid. Same course, same Red Cross certification.
Nova Scotia Workplace Check
If your employer asked for Intermediate First Aid with CPR-C, this is the course you need. BraveHeart’s Intermediate First Aid (Standard) course corresponds to CSA Intermediate workplace First Aid and includes CPR-C + AED at no extra charge.
Course Specifications
- Duration
- 2 days (In-Person) OR Blended (Online + 1 day In-Person)
- Certificate validity
- 3 years (Canadian Red Cross)
- Training Centre
- 28 Aberdeen Street, Suite 3, Kentville, NS
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Intermediate First Aid (Standard) is the level of safety certification required for workplaces in Nova Scotia with medium to high-risk environments, large teams, or specific regulatory mandates.
- Construction & Industrial site workers
- Early childhood educators & daycare staff
- University students (Nursing, Dentistry, Kinesiology)
- Fitness coaches & recreation leaders
- Safety officers & workplace managers
- Anyone seeking complete safety training
What you will learn
Our course is hands-on and scenario-based, focusing on real-world practice so you leave feeling confident and prepared.
Core Resuscitation
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) for adults, children, and infants, combined with Automated External Defibrillator (AED) operation.
Trauma Care & Bleeding
Managing life-threatening bleeding, wound care, dressings, burns, and treating shock.
Bone & Joint Injuries
Recognizing and splinting fractures, dislocations, sprains, and head, neck, or spinal injuries.
Medical Emergencies
How to respond to seizures, strokes, severe allergic reactions (Epipen), diabetes crises, and asthma.
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, two-day In-Person courses for students who want more face-to-face instruction and extended time in the classroom.
Online Theory (8 hours)
Complete approximately 8 hours of interactive online theory at home. Learn the safety rules, watch demonstrations, and finish the chapters on your own schedule.
Self-paced. Complete before class.
Hands-on Practice
Join us for 1 full day of focused physical practice. Spend the entire day building muscle memory, running emergency scenarios, and certifying.
1 day (9:00 AM - 5:00 PM)
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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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Intermediate First Aid (Standard) FAQ
Common questions about certification levels and requirements in Nova Scotia.