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First Responder Certification

Advanced First Aid

Build advanced lifesaving skills with AHASTI’s Canadian Red Cross Advanced First Aid and Recertification courses in Calgary and Red Deer. Comprehensive training for firefighters, security, and emergency response teams.

This AFA program also meets the recruitment requirements of Calgary and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services.

Price

Duration

Full: $1100
Recert: $675

Full: 80 hours in-class
Recert: 40 hours in-class

First Responder

Prepare for emergency medical situations with AHASTI’s Red Cross First Responder course in Calgary and Red Deer. This course is best for those looking for a little extra first response knowledge, however is not a workplace approved program in Alberta. Please see Advanced First Aid for the workplace approved level..

Price

Duration

Full: $600
Recert: $400

Full: 40 hours in-class
Recert: 20 hours in-class

Medical First Responder

Advance your emergency response training with AHASTI’s Medical First Responder (MFR) course in Calgary and Red Deer. Designed for those pursuing careers in EMS, fire, and law enforcement.

This AFA included in this program also meets provincial CSA standards and the recruitment requirements of Calgary and Edmonton Fire Rescue Services.

Price

Duration

Full: $1500
Recert: $1075

Full: 104 hours in-class
Recert: 64 hours in-class

Participants upgrading from Advanced First Aid to Medical First Responder practicing trauma assessment techniques.

AFA Upgrade to AHASTI MFR

This upgrade course is designed for individuals who already hold an OHS-approved Advanced First Aid certification and want to progress to the Medical First Responder level. Participants build on their existing skills to learn first-on-scene assessment, emergency care, and effective support of EMS during medical and trauma incidents.

Price

Duration

Full: $450

approx 20 hrs

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Canadian Red Cross Bridging Courses

The Canadian Red Cross Bridging Courses allow participants with a Canadian Red Cross Responder certificate to upgrade to another Responder level. Available Bridging Courses include:

First Responder to Advanced First Aid

Frequently Asked Questions

Are the manuals included in these courses?

The AFA course and the AFA portion of the MFR programs include an e-book version in the cost. If you would like to purchase a physical copy of the manual, it can be added to your courses at checkout.
The ITLS program requires participants to have a copy of the 9th edition physical manual. Participants may purchase a copy at checkout or source their own.

How do I transfer my AFA certification to an OFA3 to work in BC?

Work Safe BC has specific requirements to transfer an AFA certification to an OFA Level 3. For more information on these requirements please visit their site. First Aid Attendant Certification