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Intermediate First Aid
Formerly OFA Level 2First aid course names explainedWSBCAccepted in BC workplacesThis two-day Intermediate First Aid course is aligned with the CSA standard and prepares employees to handle more complex workplace emergencies. Learners are trained and assessed on emergency response skills that go beyond basic first aid. The certification is recognized by WSBC and aligns with CSA Z1210-17.
What you’ll learn
- Handle more complex workplace emergencies
- Apply intermediate-level first aid skills
Who it’s for
- Workplace employees needing intermediate first aid certification
What you’ll cover
- CPR for adults
- Using AEDs
- Choking and breathing emergencies
- Mental health first aid
- Opioid overdose awareness
- Bleeding and burn management
- Bone and joint injuries
- Environmental emergencies
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 · St. John Ambulance / WSBC / Canadian Red Cross (not a certificate; the provider issues the certificate, see the FAQ)
- CPR level includedCPR-C
- ValidityValid for 3 years
- DeliveryIn person · 2 days in person
- JurisdictionCanada
Upcoming dates
- Mon, Oct 26 – Tue, Oct 27, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openBook this date
- Mon, Nov 2 – Tue, Nov 3, 2026Starts 8:00 AMAlpha Training Solutions, 10123 99 Avenue, Fort St. John, BCSeats openBook this date
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Common questions
Who is Intermediate First Aid for?
Workplace employees needing intermediate 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 course take?
2 days in person.
How is the course delivered?
It's delivered in person over 2 days, instructor-led and assessed in person.
Can Intermediate First Aid be done online?
This version runs fully in person. Intermediate First Aid (Blended) lets you do the theory online, then the practical in person. See Intermediate First Aid (Blended) →
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.
How much does Intermediate First Aid cost?
$319 + GST per person. Group and on-site rates are available on request.