Basic Life Support Course in Vaughan
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Need First Aid Course too? See discount details
If you need both First Aid & CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS), you may qualify for a $20 discount on your second course.
After registering for one course, your confirmation email will include a promo code you can use toward the other course, if you have not already booked it.
BLS Certification and Recertification
Once completed, our Canadian Red Cross approved Basic Life Support training course earns you a WSIB approved certificate. We do not currently offer BLS Recertification training through our Red Cross programs.
However, if you already have Basic Life Support certification and require a renewal, you can register for full training at our discounted rate. Do this by selecting “Renew Your Basic Life Support (HCP)” from the dropdown menu during registration and bring your current BLS certificate to the course. This renewal option allows you to get your new Basic Life Support certificate from the Canadian Red Cross, and it is valid for one year.
On the other hand, you are welcome to join us for our Heart & Stroke BLS recertification training. This course is also WSIB approved and will provide you with a one-year certification.
BLS Course Content
Our Basic Life Support course in Vaughan covers training for important life-saving material. The course takes four hours. Expect to learn a range of material covering everything from high-performance CPR to the Six Rights of Medication.
Expect to learn topics like dealing with trauma, hypothermia, anaphylaxis, choking, and opioid overdose. The course includes valuable information about treating patients post-cardiac arrest, efficient team communication, and detailed post-event debriefing.
Everything you learn is essential to your roles as a healthcare professional. Learn more about our Basic Life Support Course on our website.
Frequently Asked Questions:
Is BLS online valid?
The Canadian Red Cross does not provide online Basic Life Support training courses, but our Heart & Stroke BLS program does offer an online blended format. Please register to complete the BLS course with either WSIB approved training partner. Basic Life Support is an essential course that everyone in first responder roles needs to complete. Check your job or school requirements to ensure you take the correct course.
Join us at our Vaughan facility today; our course gives you the confidence needed to save a life!
How long does Basic Life Support certification last?
Our Basic Life Support training provides students with a certificate valid for one year instead of the older HCP that had a validity of three years. The government upgraded the Basic Life Support training in April 2019. An annual update is essential to ensure you renew your life-saving skills.
Is Basic Life Support and CPR Level C the same thing?
No, Basic Life Support is a different level of training to CPR Level C because it is more advanced and specially designed for healthcare professionals, including nurses, first responders, dentists, etc. CPR Level C is a general course usually taken by everyone else.
What happens if you fail the BLS class?
If you come to class prepared by reading the free Basic Life Support eBook and pay attention to your instructor, you shouldn’t have a problem with passing the course.
After the training, you must prove your hands-on skills and pass the multiple-choice exam. You may take notes during the course and ask questions. If you fail either section, your instructor will give you advice and a second chance to pass. Should you fail again, you must attend the training and pass to receive certification. If you need to re-do the course, contact the office to reschedule your training.
For anyone finding it challenging to complete the course, we suggest you complete a Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training course in Vaughan first to help you understand the basics.