Courses · First Aid · In person
Basic First Aid
WSBCAccepted in BC workplacesBasic First Aid is a one-day workplace course that replaces Occupational First Aid Level 1 and teaches the essential life-saving skills needed to respond to an emergency on the job. Learners are trained and assessed on handling severe bleeding, managing shock and fainting, and staying calm under pressure. The course meets WSBC, Canada Labour Code, CSA Z1210-17.
Who it’s for
- Workplace employees
- Anyone needing essential first aid skills
What you’ll cover
- Preparing to respond
- The EMS system
- Check, Call, Care
- Airway emergencies
- Breathing and Circulation emergencies
- First aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Wound care
- Opioid poisoning awareness information
Prerequisites
At least 16 years of age · Government-issued photo ID · Appropriate clothing and socks · Medically and physically able to perform floor work
Completion & certification
To receive your credentials you must attend and complete the entirety of the course and complete all the necessary components as required by the course provider.
- You receiveRecord of Training · WSBC / Canadian Red Cross / St. John Ambulance
- CPR level includedCPR-C
- ValidityValid 36 months
- DeliveryIn person · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionCanada
Upcoming dates
- Thu, Sep 10, 2026Alpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
- Mon, Sep 14, 2026Alpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openReserve a seat
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Common questions
Who is Basic First Aid for?
Workplace employees; Anyone needing essential first aid skills.
How long is Basic First Aid valid for?
The certificate is valid for 36 months from the course completion date, after which recertification is required.
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 1 day, instructor-led and assessed in person.
Is this course recognized by WorkSafeBC?
Yes — Alpha Training Solutions is a Recognized WorkSafeBC First Aid Training Agency. See WorkSafeBC's list of certificates accepted in BC workplaces for details.
Can you deliver this course on-site for our crew?
Yes. Any course in our catalogue can run at your yard, camp, or office anywhere in BC and Alberta — based in Fort St. John, we travel province-wide. Request an on-site quote for group pricing.
Are there any prerequisites?
At least 16 years of age · Government-issued photo ID · Appropriate clothing and socks · Medically and physically able to perform floor work
What does Basic First Aid cost?
$169 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.