First Edition is a local Calgary First Aid Training company specializing in corporate and private/group onsite Red Cross First Aid and CPR training, as well as online safety courses. We are a National Philips AED and AED Accessory Distributor, equipping Canadians with the skills and devices necessary to save a life for over 15 years.
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Have our qualified First Aid instructors come to you! minimum class size of 8 and a maximum of 18 students.
Have the convenience of flexibility of learning from anywhere. First Aid Training Programs (Red Cross Training Program Only) online with in-house skills and testing.
October is Canada’s Healthy Workplace Month, so it’s the perfect time to spotlight the importance of workplace first aid. And it’s worth paying attention to. According to Employment Canada’s 2020 Occupational Injuries Annual Report, nearly 40,000 workplace injuries were reported, of which, over 42% were disabling. With workplaces ranging from bustling urban offices…
Today is Child Health Day, so let’s talk about something really important: First aid for kids. We all know that accidents happen. Whether it’s a scraped knee from playing in the park or a more serious injury at home, knowing what to do can make all the difference. For children, whose bodies are…
First aid is a crucial aspect of emergency medical care. It can be everything from helping an unconscious person to putting a bandaid on a small wound. As first aid is sometimes performed by members of the public, it raises the question: Can a bystander administer assistance to someone in need without explicit…
First aid is a critical skill that can truly mean the difference between life and death. However, first aid is often misunderstood or performed incorrectly, which can sometimes do more harm than good. Understanding the most common first aid mistakes people make by recognizing and correcting these mishaps, so we can all become…
Being familiar with what to do if you’re choking and alone is critical, considering the speed with which this situation can turn dangerous. The reality is, you might not always have someone around to assist you when choking occurs. That’s why it’s imperative to learn how to act quickly and effectively when you’re alone…
Mental health is an important topic that deserves more attention than it currently receives. Unfortunately, there are many stigmas and misconceptions surrounding mental illness that can make it difficult for people to seek help and support. That’s why today, in honour of Mental Health Awareness Month, we are debunking some common and ill-informed…
