The CSA Intermediate/Standard Workplace First Aid Theory course offers a flexible and engaging way to complete the online learning portion of your blended first aid certification. Designed for learners who prefer to study at their own pace, this online theory component introduces essential first aid principles through clear explanations, practical examples, and built-in review sections that reinforce understanding.

This program is divided into two parts: an online theory portion and a classroom-based practical skills session. By completing this eLearning theory component, participants meet the online requirement for CSA Intermediate/Standard First Aid with CPR & AED and will be fully prepared for their in-person training. The theory portion takes approximately eight hours to complete depending on the learner’s existing knowledge, and progress is saved automatically so training can be paused and resumed as needed.

Once the online component is complete, learners must attend a practical training session within two weeks. During this instructor-led class, participants practice key first aid skills, review major concepts, and demonstrate hands-on competency in emergency scene management, bleeding control, CPR, choking response, and other critical interventions. A recap quiz is administered at the start of the classroom session, followed by additional evaluations to confirm readiness.

Workplace first aid training equips individuals with the knowledge needed to recognize medical emergencies, respond with confidence, and apply life-saving skills until professional help arrives. By learning how to assess injuries, manage hazards, and perform CPR and AED procedures, workers gain practical abilities that support safer work environments and effective emergency response.

Foundational First Aid Knowledge

• Understand legal responsibilities and workplace first aid requirements
• Recognize common disease transmission risks and biohazards
• Learn how the Emergency Medical Services (EMS) system operates
• Apply proper scene assessment and hazard management techniques

Injury & Emergency Management

• Identify and respond to head, spine, and pelvic injuries
• Assess and treat bleeding, shock, and sudden medical conditions
• Manage cardiovascular emergencies using established protocols
• Recognize airway and breathing emergencies and apply safe interventions

CPR, AED & Respiratory Support

• Perform CPR for adults
• Use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) correctly
• Review ventilation, airway support, and rescue breathing techniques

Secondary Assessment & Treatment

• Conduct full secondary surveys to identify underlying issues
• Stabilize musculoskeletal injuries
• Treat burns ranging from minor to severe
• Manage poisons, substance misuse, and related emergencies

Environmental Response

• Address injuries caused by heat, cold, weather, and environmental hazards
• Apply safe response strategies to prevent further harm

This blended learning program includes approximately 8 hours of online theory, which can be completed at your own pace. The classroom-based practical training session includes 6.5 hours of instruction. Learners can start, pause, and resume the online portion at any time.

To complete the theory portion, participants must:

• Complete all online learning modules and achieve at least 80% on the online theory quiz
• Present their online certificate during the classroom training
• Achieve a minimum score of 50% on the Day-2 recap quiz
• Demonstrate competency in all required hands-on skills
• Score at least 80% on the Day-2 final quiz

Short quizzes throughout the online training help reinforce key concepts and ensure readiness for practical evaluation.

Learners who successfully complete both the online theory and the in-person practical training will receive a CSA Intermediate/Standard First Aid, CPR & AED certificate valid for three (3) years. A digital certificate is available for download upon completion of the full blended program.

Important: The online theory satisfies only the theory component of the certification. The practical classroom session (additional fees apply) is required to receive full certification.