First Aid & CPR Courses Across Ontario
Every course is WSIB-approved, delivered by certified instructors, and designed to meet Ontario workplace health and safety requirements. Choose the course that fits your role and register at a location near you.
We offer the First Aid Program in English only. To find a First Aid Program training provider that offers the full program in French, please visit the WSIB First aid program website.
Nous offrons le programme de premiers soins en anglais seulement. Pour trouver un fournisseur de formation du programme de premiers soins qui offre le programme complet en français, veuillez visiter le site Web du programme de premiers soins de la WSIB.
Intermediate First Aid with CPR & AED
Intermediate First Aid with CPR & AED is the most complete workplace certification available. The blended format combines 7 hours of self-paced online theory with a 7-hour in-person practical session. You complete the theory on your own schedule, then attend a focused practical day. A traditional two-day in-class format is available for groups requiring on-site delivery. WSIB-approved, CSA Z1210:24 compliant, and available with CPR-A, CPR-C, or CPR-BLS. Intermediate First Aid is the CSA Z1210:24 name for this course (effective June 22, 2026): the course content and WSIB requirement are unchanged. Learn more about the name change →
What You'll Learn
- Scene assessment and emergency response management
- CPR for adults, children, and infants with AED use
- Choking response for conscious and unconscious victims
- Wound care, bleeding control, and shock management
- Fractures, dislocations, and spinal injury response
- Medical emergencies: heart attack, stroke, diabetic emergencies
- Burns, poisoning, and environmental emergencies
- Legal responsibilities of a first aider in Ontario
Who This Course Is For
- Employees required to hold an Intermediate First Aid certificate
- Designated workplace first aiders under Ontario Regulation 1101
- Healthcare professionals seeking CPR-BLS recertification
- Childcare and education workers
- Anyone seeking comprehensive emergency preparedness
Basic First Aid with CPR & AED
Basic First Aid with CPR & AED is the most commonly required workplace certification in Ontario. The blended format combines 4 hours of self-paced online theory with a 3.5-hour in-person practical session, and a traditional full-day in-class course is available for groups. Both formats are WSIB-approved, CSA Z1210:24 compliant, and available with CPR-A or CPR-C. Basic First Aid is the CSA Z1210:24 name for this course (effective June 22, 2026): the course content and WSIB requirement are unchanged. Learn more about the name change →
What You'll Learn
- Emergency scene management and primary assessment
- CPR for adults with AED operation
- Choking response for adults
- Wound care and control of severe bleeding
- Recognition and response to shock
- Recognition of medical emergencies including heart attack and stroke
- Principles of first aid and the role of the first aider
Who This Course Is For
- Employees required to hold a Basic First Aid certificate
- Workplace first aid designates where five or fewer people work on a shift
- New workers completing mandatory safety training
- Individuals seeking recertification in a one-day format
- Anyone needing a recognized workplace first aid credential quickly
CPR-BLS (Healthcare Provider)
CPR-BLS (Basic Life Support) is the CPR standard for healthcare professionals and first responders. Delivered in blended format: 2 hours of online theory followed by a 2-hour in-person practical session. It meets the requirements of hospitals, clinical settings, and professional regulatory bodies, and is available as a standalone or as the CPR component of Intermediate First Aid or Basic First Aid.
What You'll Learn
- High-quality single and team CPR for adults, children, and infants
- AED operation and integration into two-rescuer CPR
- Bag-valve-mask (BVM) ventilation techniques
- Recognition of cardiac arrest and respiratory emergencies
- Relief of foreign body airway obstruction (choking)
- Team-based resuscitation roles and communication
- Special considerations for healthcare environments
Who This Course Is For
- Nurses, physicians, paramedics, and EMTs
- Dental professionals and dental hygienists
- Personal support workers and healthcare aides
- Fitness professionals and lifeguards requiring BLS
- Any professional requiring hospital-grade CPR certification
CPR-C & AED
CPR-C is comprehensive CPR training covering adults, children, and infants. Delivered in blended format: 2 hours of online theory followed by a 2-hour in-person practical session. It includes full AED training and equips participants to respond to cardiac emergencies across all age groups.
What You'll Learn
- CPR techniques for adults, children, and infants
- AED operation and safe deployment
- Two-rescuer CPR coordination
- Relief of choking in adults, children, and infants
- Recognition of cardiac arrest and when to call 911
- Recovery position and ongoing care
Who This Course Is For
- Childcare providers and early childhood educators
- Parents, grandparents, and family caregivers
- School and camp staff
- Employees in child-facing workplaces
- Individuals seeking the most comprehensive CPR coverage
CPR-A & AED
CPR-A is adult CPR training, the standard choice for most general workplace compliance requirements. Delivered in blended format: 2 hours of online theory followed by a 2-hour in-person practical session. Covers adult cardiac emergencies with full AED training.
What You'll Learn
- CPR techniques for adults
- AED operation and safe deployment
- Relief of choking in adults
- Recognition of cardiac arrest and emergency response
- Recovery position and aftercare
Who This Course Is For
- Employees completing mandatory workplace CPR requirements
- Office and retail workers
- Security personnel and building staff
- Anyone seeking a recognized adult CPR credential
Intermediate First Aid Recertification
Intermediate First Aid Recertification renews an Intermediate First Aid certificate in a shorter course. Your certificate must still be valid on the day of the class, and it can come from any WSIB-approved training provider. The course is delivered in a blended format: 4 hours of self-paced online theory followed by a 4-hour hands-on practical session. It reviews and reinforces core first aid and CPR skills against current protocols. All CPR levels available.
What You'll Learn
- Review of emergency scene management and primary survey
- CPR skills practice and AED review
- Updated techniques for wound care and bleeding control
- Medical emergency recognition refresher
- Changes to current first aid protocols and guidelines
- Practical scenario-based skills assessment
Who This Course Is For
- Holders of a valid, unexpired Intermediate First Aid certificate from any WSIB-approved provider
- Workplace first aiders keeping their certification current
Need to Train a Team?
We deliver group and on-site training for organizations of any size across Ontario. WSIB-compliant certification for every participant, on your schedule.