Oakville Standard First Aid with Basic Life Support (BLS) & AED Training
HCP Basic Life Support Training
Oakville is home to a highly active healthcare and professional services community, supported by hospitals, outpatient clinics, long-term care residences, corporate health teams, and emergency services that serve both residents and surrounding regions. As a result, in these settings, certification must support complex decision-making, coordinated response, and evolving workplace standards. Accordingly, the Oakville Standard First Aid with Basic Life Support (formerly HCP) and AED course is built for healthcare providers and first responders who require dependable certification and practical, hands-on readiness.
Designed specifically to reflect the realities of modern emergency response, this training brings together Standard First Aid, Basic Life Support (BLS), and Automated External Defibrillator (AED) instruction aligned with current Canadian Red Cross standards. In practice, through instructor-led teaching, realistic simulations, and guided skill practice, participants strengthen their ability to recognize emergencies, deliver care efficiently, and work as part of a coordinated response team under pressure.
Regular Price: $158.50 (plus HST)
Student Price: $152.50 (plus HST; must present valid student ID to instructor)
What You’ll Learn
Primary Assessment: Rapidly evaluate scene safety, responsiveness, airway, breathing, and circulation to identify life-threatening conditions and determine next steps.
High-Quality & High-Performance CPR: Deliver effective chest compressions and assisted ventilations for adults, children, and infants using single-rescuer and multi-rescuer techniques.
Secondary Assessment & Vital Sign Checks: Perform a systematic head-to-toe assessment and monitor vital signs to guide care decisions.
Automated External Defibrillator (AED): Apply AED use as part of a coordinated cardiac arrest response to support timely defibrillation.
Airway Management: Manage choking and airway obstructions across all age groups using approved emergency techniques.
Assisted Ventilation & Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) Use: Provide ventilations and airway support using barrier devices and BVM equipment when required.
Trauma Response: Deliver care for severe bleeding, burns, fractures, and suspected head or spinal injuries until advanced support arrives.
Teamwork & Coordination: Collaborate effectively with medical professionals and emergency responders to ensure clear communication and efficient care.
Glove Removal & Infection Control: Apply PPE, glove removal, and infection-control measures to reduce risk during emergency care.
Special Considerations in BLS: Adjust life-saving techniques for unique patient populations and complex emergency scenarios.
Additional Topics: Some courses may include opioid overdose response and professional legal or ethical responsibilities.
Training & Certification
This in-person, instructor-led program runs approximately 14–16 hours over two days. Successful participants receive a Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid with CPR BLS/AED certificate, with BLS certification valid for one year and full certification valid for three years.
The program meets CSA standards for professional responders and is offered at a convenient Oakville location, providing accessible training for healthcare workers and emergency personnel across Halton Region.
This course is well suited for healthcare providers and emergency responders working in Oakville and surrounding communities, including nurses, physicians, paramedics, firefighters, EMS personnel, clinical staff, long-term care teams, and rescue professionals. It is intended for professionals who must make quick decisions, coordinate with others, and provide effective care under pressure.
Prerequisites: No prior first aid training required
Register Today
Book your Oakville training session and complete your certification locally with confidence. You can register online at any time, or speak directly with our team at 905-844-9813 for help selecting the right date. Keep your credentials current and maintain the readiness your role demands.
N95 Mask Fitting: For more information on N95 Mask Fit Certification, please click here.
SOS First Aid and Safety Training services the following Southern Ontario communities: Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Mississauga, Oakville, Burlington, Milton, Guelph, Vaughan, Woodbridge, Maple, Richmond Hill, Brampton, Acton, Georgetown, Hamilton, Ancaster, Brantford, Stoney Creek, St. Catherines, and Welland.
