The First Aid Basics Training Online course provides a clear and practical introduction to responding to medical emergencies in the workplace or at home. Incidents requiring first aid can occur at any time, and the actions taken within the first moments play a critical role in a victim’s recovery. This training teaches learners how to assess a scene safely, provide immediate care, and support injured individuals until Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel arrive.

Participants learn foundational first aid techniques for common emergencies, including breathing difficulties, choking, severe bleeding, shock, fractures, sprains, and strains. The program also reviews the Good Samaritan law, helping learners understand their legal protections when offering aid. Interactive knowledge checks throughout the course reinforce core concepts and prepare learners to respond confidently in urgent situations.

By the end of the training, learners will understand how to evaluate victims, communicate clearly with EMS, provide appropriate first aid interventions, and make safe decisions about when and how to move an injured person.

First aid knowledge empowers individuals to take life-saving action during unexpected medical emergencies. Understanding how to assess scenes, recognize symptoms, and apply basic interventions improves outcomes and reduces the severity of injuries. This course gives learners the essential foundation needed to act effectively and safely while waiting for professional medical support.

Scene and Victim Assessment

• Learn how to protect yourself and others during an emergency
• Identify hazards before approaching a victim
• Follow a structured assessment method

Emergency Medical Services (EMS)

• Know when to call EMS and what information to provide
• Understand the role of EMS responders and what to expect
• Learn how to support victims until help arrives

First Aid Basics

• Review universal precautions and infection control
• Understand when and how to move victims safely
• Learn essential do-and-don’t guidelines for first aid situations

Breathing Emergencies

• Recognize signs of breathing distress
• Respond appropriately to respiratory issues
• Understand basic airway management techniques

Choking, Bleeding, and Shock

• Apply proper first aid techniques for choking victims
• Control severe bleeding using approved methods
• Recognize and respond to symptoms of shock

Fractures, Sprains, and Strains

• Identify symptoms of musculoskeletal injuries
• Provide care to stabilize injured body parts
• Understand when advanced medical treatment is necessary

This online First Aid Basics Training course takes approximately 40 minutes to complete. Learners may start, pause, and resume the course at any time.

A passing score of 80% is required to successfully complete the course. Learners may attempt the final exam up to three times. Short quizzes throughout the training reinforce understanding and retention.

Upon successful completion, learners can download and print a digital Certificate of Completion, confirming their understanding of essential first aid principles and emergency response procedures.