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Intermediate First Aid (Blended)
Formerly OFA Level 2First aid course names explainedWSBCAccepted in BC workplacesThis one-day blended Intermediate First Aid course combines online study with in-class training to teach the latest first aid and CPR guidelines that meet legislative requirements. Learners are trained and assessed on emergency response, wound and injury care, and sudden medical emergencies, earning a three-year certification in Intermediate First Aid, CPR, and AED. It is designed for those taking intermediate first aid for the first time. Once you register for the course, you will receive an email from Canadian Red Cross (not Alpha Training Solutions) with your online course access information.
What you’ll learn
- Apply Check, Call, Care and handle airway emergencies
- Respond to breathing and circulation emergencies
- Provide first aid for respiratory and cardiac arrest
- Manage wound care and head, spine, and joint injuries
- Handle sudden medical and environmental emergencies
- Recognize opioid poisoning
Who it’s for
- Students taking Intermediate First Aid for the first time
- Students re-certifying in Intermediate First Aid
- Workers needing workplace first aid certification
What you’ll cover
- The Red Cross and EMS system
- Airway, breathing, and circulation emergencies
- Wound care and injury management
- Sudden medical and environmental emergencies
- Opioid poisoning awareness
Prerequisites
The online portion must be completed and passed before attending the classroom portion
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 · Canadian Red Cross (not a certificate; the provider issues the certificate, see the FAQ)
- CPR level includedCPR-C
- ValidityValid for 3 years
- DeliveryBlended · 1 day in person
- JurisdictionCanada
Upcoming dates
- Fri, Oct 23, 2026Starts 8:00 AM · in-person practicalAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openBook this date
- Fri, Nov 6, 2026Starts 8:00 AM · in-person practicalFort St. John, BCSeats openBook this date
- Fri, Nov 20, 2026Starts 8:00 AM · in-person practicalAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openBook this date
- Fri, Dec 4, 2026Starts 8:00 AM · in-person practicalAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openBook this date
Common questions
Who is Intermediate First Aid (Blended) for?
Students taking Intermediate First Aid for the first time; Students re-certifying in Intermediate First Aid; Workers needing workplace first aid certification.
How long is Intermediate First Aid good for?
3 years from your course date. Recertify before it expires. After it expires you need the full course. Check your own dates →
How long does the Intermediate First Aid (Blended) course take?
The theory is online at your own pace, then up to 1 day in person.
How is the course delivered?
It's blended: the theory is completed online at your own pace, followed by a short in-person session to practise and be assessed. Less time off work, same certification.
Can Intermediate First Aid be done online?
Partly. You complete the theory online at your own pace, then practise and are assessed in person.
What was Intermediate First Aid called before?
Before November 1, 2024, this level was called Occupational First Aid (OFA) Level 2 in BC. An OFA Level 2 certificate still counts as Intermediate First Aid until it expires. How the old and new first aid names match up →
Is Intermediate First Aid accepted in BC workplaces?
Yes. This certificate is on WSBC's list of first aid certificates accepted in BC workplaces, and Alpha Training Solutions is a Recognized WorkSafeBC First Aid Training Agency. See WSBC's list ↗
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?
The online portion must be completed and passed before attending the classroom portion
How much does Intermediate First Aid (Blended) cost?
$299 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.