Psychological First Aid

This classroom-based certification or combination of a classroom based and online portion course is for those who want to be educated in the knowledge and techniques to recognize and assist people in crisis after experiencing loss, grief, trauma, and stress with an emphasis on self-care and personal protection. 

Learners will apply the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model - a resiliency-building approach to emotional, psychological, and social well-being that teaches learners how to support themselves and others to cope with the effects of various types of stress and linking them to resources and supports within themselves or in their community. 

The course uses primarily case-based learning and includes the latest evidence from the international community. This course is adaptable to all audiences such as youth groups, workplaces, camp counsellors and leaders and professional responders.

Two course options are offered:

1 ) Blended Learning: 45-90 minutes online training and 1 day in class 

2) In Class 2 Day Learning