First Aid & CPR Certification courses

First Aid certifications

Learning lifesaving skills such as First Aid and CPR will allow you to assist family members, neighbours, and friends in an emergency. Intermediate First Aid and CPR certification takes as little as 14-16 hous to learn and scheduling is flexible.

Benefits of First Aid certifications

  • Apply for jobs that require First Aid and CPR-C 
  • Learn valuable life-saving and First Aid skills

2024 spring & summer registration dates

Registration for spring & summer programs, classes and day camps is open.

Upcoming facility closures

Programs, classes and swimming lessons will not be offered at the following facilities while they undergo repairs:

  • Bob Bahan Aquatic & Fitness Centre: closed this spring and summer.
  • Canyon Meadows Aquatic & Fitness Centre: closed this summer.
  • Sir Winston Churchill Aquatic & Recreation Centre: closed this summer.

Types of First Aid certifications

You can register online, in person at our Recreation facilities, or by calling
403-268-3800.

  • Intermediate First Aid CPR-C & AED

    This course covers all aspects of Intermediate First Aid and CPR. Medical/legal responsibilities are addressed as well as skeletal, abdominal, chest, heat/cold or burn injuries and other medical emergencies. CPR-C and AED is valid three years from the date of certification.

    Ages: 12+ years

    Prerequisite: None

  • Intermediate First Aid CPR-C & AED - Recertification

    This is a recertification course for Intermediate First Aid CPR C & AED awards. Current, non-expired certification must be presented to the instructor on the first day of the course.

    Ages: 12+ years

    Prerequisite: a current, non-expired Alberta workplace approved Intermediate First Aid certification.

About our First Aid instructors

Our instructors are qualified to provide Alberta workplace approved Intermediate First Aid certification.

What are lessons like?

Classes include written study material, theory and sessions on practical application.

You'll be expected to show proficiency in First Aid and CPR techniques. 

Come prepared

Please bring:

  • comfortable clothing
  • Water and snacks
  • pen and paper

All other required equipment is provided.

More certifications

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    Become a certified exercise professional. Fitness Alberta® offers certifications in group exercise and personal training that are evidence-informed and recognized nationally.

    Ages: 16+ years

  • Lifesaving & swim certifications

    Become a lifeguard or swim instructor by taking Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, National Lifeguard, Lifesaving/Swim for Life Instructor and Intermediate First Aid courses.

    Ages: 8+ years

Learn how to set up an account, register for programs and find information on cancellations in the help section of Live and Play.

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