Intermediate First Aid Recertification (St. John Ambulance)
Description
Intermediate First Aid Recertification – St. John Ambulance
Course Overview
The Intermediate First Aid Recertification course is a one-day program for individuals who already hold a valid St. John Ambulance Intermediate First Aid certificate. This refresher training ensures you remain current, confident, and compliant with workplace and regulatory safety standards.
What You’ll Learn
This course combines instructor-led lessons with hands-on practice to update and reinforce your first aid knowledge. Key topics include:
✅ CPR and AED use for adults, children, and infants
✅ Emergency response for heart attack, stroke, diabetic emergencies, asthma, and seizures
✅ Injury management including bleeding control, shock, fractures, sprains, and head injuries
✅ Workplace safety & preparedness for common hazards and emergencies
✅ Legal responsibilities & practical considerations when providing first aid
Why Take This Course?
Meets CSA standards and provincial workplace regulations
Keeps your certification valid for another 3 years
Builds confidence through hands-on practice and real-life scenarios
Delivered by experienced St. John Ambulance instructors
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the recertification will receive a St. John Ambulance Intermediate First Aid certificate, valid for 3 years and recognized by employers across Canada.
Who Should Register?
Anyone whose current Intermediate First Aid certificate is about to expire
Employees needing to meet workplace safety requirements
Individuals wanting to stay prepared and confident in emergency situations
Duration
🕐 1 day (recertification program)
Ready to Renew?
Don’t let your certification expire — register today and stay certified with St. John Ambulance
Course Outline
Intermediate First Aid Recertification – Syllabus
Course Duration
1 day (8 hours total, including breaks and practice time)
Learning Modules
Module 1: Introduction & Review
Course objectives and structure
Review of first aid principles
Legal responsibilities and workplace requirements
Module 2: CPR & AED Skills
Adult, child, and infant CPR techniques
Safe use of automated external defibrillators (AEDs)
Hands-on practice with mannequins and training AEDs
Module 3: Medical Emergencies
Recognizing and responding to:
Heart attack and stroke
Asthma, allergic reactions, and anaphylaxis
Diabetic emergencies (low/high blood sugar)
Seizures and fainting
Secondary assessment and monitoring
Module 4: Trauma & Injury Care
Bleeding control and wound care
Shock recognition and management
Head and spinal injuries
Bone, joint, and muscle injuries (fractures, sprains, dislocations)
Burns, poisoning, and environmental emergencies (heat/cold injuries)
Module 5: Workplace Safety & Preparedness
Emergency scene management
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Hazard recognition in the workplace
Communication and teamwork during emergencies
Module 6: Practical Scenarios & Skills Testing
Role-play emergency simulations
CPR/AED competency testing
First aid treatment scenarios
Written or oral knowledge assessment
Certification Requirements
Successful completion of all skills demonstrations
Minimum score on written or oral assessment (varies by provincial regulation)
Full attendance for the entire course duration
Certification Issued
St. John Ambulance Intermediate First Aid Certificate
Valid for 3 years across Canada