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Welcome to Life Safe, your premier destination for First Aid and CPR training in Toronto. With over 7 years of experience in the industry and a team of highly rated instructors, we pride ourselves on providing comprehensive, WSIB-approved courses that empower individuals with potentially life-saving skills.

Understanding that everyone’s needs and schedules are unique, we are pleased to offer private First Aid and CPR courses. These courses are tailored to cater to the specific requirements of our clients, ensuring a personalized learning experience. Whether you’re a healthcare professional seeking BLS training or an individual interested in acquiring First Aid skills, our private courses offer the flexibility to learn at your own pace and according to your schedule.

At Life Safe, we are committed to delivering a training experience that combines quality, convenience, and a learner-centered approach. Our private courses are designed to equip you with the necessary skills and confidence to handle emergency situations effectively, potentially making a significant difference in someone’s life.

In the following sections, you will find detailed information about our private First Aid and CPR course offerings, the benefits of choosing private courses, and why Life Safe is the ideal choice for your safety education needs. Together, we can build a safer community, one private course at a time.

Why Choose Life Safe

• State-of-the-art Equipment: We use the latest CPR manikins with feedback devices that can evaluate the speed, depth, and recoil of the chest during chest compressions, as well as the effectiveness of rescue breaths.
• Quality Instruction: Our courses are led by highly trained instructors, including Milos, who is the highest-rated First Aid and CPR instructor by Google Reviews in Toronto. Our team is experienced, passionate, and dedicated to teaching you the skills you need to save lives.
• Tailored Training: Our private courses are tailored to meet the needs of your group. Whether you’re a business, a school, or a community organization, we ensure that our training aligns with your specific needs and schedule.
• Certification and Recertification: All of our courses are WSIB-approved. Upon successful completion of each course, you’ll receive a certificate. We also offer recertification courses for those who need to renew their credentials.
• Comprehensive Courses: We offer a wide range of courses from Basic Life Support to Standard First Aid. These courses cover all the necessary skills and knowledge you need to confidently handle emergency situations.
• Commitment to Community: We are dedicated to accessible education for all. This includes offering significantly discounted courses to underserved populations and free mass training each month to enhance our community’s emergency preparedness.
• Free Refresher Courses: Unique to Life Safe, we offer free (non refresher courses to students with a valid certificate. This allows you to brush up on your skills and knowledge, ensuring you’re always ready to act in an emergency.

Benefits of Private First Aid and CPR Courses

Choosing a private course for First Aid and CPR training provides a unique, personalized learning experience that adapts to your needs. At Life Safe, we prioritize your comfort and learning style to ensure you can get the most out of our courses. Here are some key benefits of choosing private First Aid and CPR courses:

Personalized Attention: In a private course, you are the sole focus. This allows our instructors to give you one-on-one feedback and guidance. This heightened level of attention ensures that any questions you may have are immediately addressed and your individual learning needs are catered to.

Flexible Scheduling: We understand that people have diverse schedules, and it can be challenging to fit in a fixed course timing. Our private courses provide flexibility in scheduling, allowing you to learn at your own pace and at a time that is most convenient for you.

Customized Course Content: Different people or organizations may have unique requirements when it comes to First Aid and CPR training. Whether you work in a specific industry with unique risks, such as construction or childcare, or you are an individual with specific interests or concerns, we can tailor our course content to best suit your needs.

Privacy and Comfort: Some learners may feel more comfortable learning in a private setting. Whether you prefer a more personal learning experience or need to tackle any anxieties about participating in a group setting, our private courses provide a safe, comfortable environment for you to learn.

Focused Skill Development: The personalized nature of private courses ensures a thorough understanding and mastering of First Aid and CPR skills. Our expert instructors can pay extra attention to any areas you find challenging, ensuring you are fully competent and confident in your abilities.

Courses Offered

Life Safe offers a range of private First Aid and CPR courses designed to equip you with essential life-saving skills. These courses include:

1. Standard First Aid: This comprehensive course includes all material from Emergency First Aid and CPR-C. It covers medical emergencies, spinal injuries, bone, muscle, and joint injuries, heat and cold emergencies, and poisoning. It also meets workplace safety and insurance board WSIB requirements.
2. Emergency First Aid: In addition to all material from CPR-C, this course includes basic first aid, wound care, cardiac arrest management, and aid for respiratory distress. It meets workplace safety and insurance board WSIB requirements.
3. Basic Life Support (BLS): This course is ideal for healthcare professionals and others who need to know how to perform CPR and other basic cardiovascular life support skills in a wide variety of in-facility and prehospital settings. You’ll learn high-quality CPR, how to use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), how to use a Bag-Valve-Mask, and the importance of high chest compression fraction and early defibrillation.
4. CPR-C: This course is designed to train individuals on how to perform CPR on adults, children, and infants. Participants will learn how to give rescue breaths, use an AED, handle choking situations, perform hands-only CPR, and respond to heart attacks, strokes, asthma, and anaphylaxis. CPR-C by itself DOES NOT MEET WSIB REQUIREMENTS, it must be combined with a First Aid course to meet WSIB requirements.

Course Details

1. Basic Life Support (BLS): This course lasts for approximately 3-4 hours and is completed in a single day. The in-person component includes hands-on practice with CPR and AEDs and other important skills like using a Bag-Valve-Mask. BLS certification is valid for 1 year.

1. Basic Life Support (BLS) Recertification: This course lasts for approximately 2.5 hours. The in-person component includes hands-on practice with CPR and AEDs and other important skills like using a Bag-Valve-Mask. BLS certification is valid for 1 year.

2. CPR-C: The CPR-C course can be completed in 4 hours and includes a detailed hands-on practice of adult, child, and infant CPR, as well as management of choking, stroke, and other emergencies. Certification for CPR-C lasts for 3 years.

3. Emergency First Aid: This course typically takes approximately 8 hours to complete. It includes hands-on practice, as well as theoretical instruction on basic first aid procedures and emergency response. The Emergency First Aid certification lasts for 3 years.

4. Standard First Aid: This comprehensive course is typically spread over two full days, approximately 16 hours in total. It includes an in-depth exploration of first aid procedures and emergency response for a variety of scenarios, including medical emergencies, injuries, and environmental emergencies. The Standard First Aid certification lasts for 3 years.

5. Standard First Aid Recertification: This comprehensive course is approximately 8 hours in total. It requires all students to hold a current (not expired) Standard First Aid certificate. The Standard First Aid Recertification certification also lasts for 3 years.

6. Standard First Aid-BLS: This comprehensive course is typically spread over two full days, approximately 18 hours in total. It includes topics of Standard First Aid and BLS. The Standard First Aid certification lasts for three years. The BLS certification lasts for 1 year.

Booking Process

1. Contact Us You can reach us through our website, by email, or by phone. Share details about your group size, preferred course(s), and desired dates. If you’re unsure about which course is best suited for your group, our team will be happy to provide guidance.
2. Customization Once we’ve established your group’s needs, we’ll tailor the course to your specific requirements. We’ll consider your group’s unique context, ensuring the course content is relevant and valuable for everyone.
3. Schedule We’ll work with you to find a date and time that fits your group’s schedule. We’re flexible and can provide training during business hours, evenings, or weekends.
4. Confirmation Once the course details are finalized, we’ll send you a confirmation email with all the information you need to prepare for your course. This includes details about what to bring, how to prepare, and what to expect.
5. Training On the day of the course, our qualified instructor(s) will arrive with all the necessary training equipment. The session will be interactive, informative, and engaging.
6. Certification After successful completion of the course, each participant will receive their WSIB-approved certificate.

Who Should Book

Private First Aid and CPR courses are designed for a wide range of individuals and professional groups. They are particularly beneficial for:

• Corporate Groups: Businesses of all sizes can benefit from having their employees trained in First Aid and CPR. Not only does it meet legal safety requirements in many workplaces, but it also helps to foster a culture of safety and preparedness.
• Healthcare Professionals: Doctors, nurses, paramedics, and other healthcare workers need up-to-date training in BLS and CPR, as these skills are crucial in their field. Private courses can be a convenient option for busy healthcare facilities.
• Educators and School Staff: Teachers, school nurses, coaches, and other school staff often take on the role of first responders in schools. Training in First Aid and CPR can be critical in handling school-related emergencies.
• Community Groups and Non-Profits: Groups that work closely with the public, particularly with vulnerable populations, will find this training invaluable.
• Personal Trainers and Sports Coaches: Those in the fitness industry often need CPR and Aids training to ensure the safety of their clients during workouts and games.
• Families and Individuals: Parents, caregivers, or anyone who wants to be prepared for potential emergencies can greatly benefit from these courses. Learning these skills gives you the confidence to act swiftly and effectively in case of an emergency.

Remember, the knowledge and skills gained from First Aid and CPR training can save lives, whether in the workplace, at home, or in the community. It’s a valuable skill set for everyone to have.

FAQ

How large does a group need to be for private courses? There’s no strict minimum, but generally, private group sessions work best with a minimum of six participants. However, we can accommodate both smaller and larger groups. Please contact us for more information.

Can you conduct the training at our location? Absolutely! We’re happy to deliver private courses at your workplace, community center, school, or any other suitable location of your choice. We bring all necessary equipment.

Can the course be tailored to our specific needs? Yes. We aim to make our courses as relevant as possible to your specific context. Let us know about your unique needs when you book, and we’ll do our best to customize the content.

Do participants need any prior knowledge or experience? No, our courses are designed for a range of experience levels. Our instructors are skilled at making sure everyone can keep up, regardless of their background.

What if someone can’t attend the entire course? Full attendance is usually required to receive a certificate. If someone has to miss a portion, we recommend contacting us to discuss possible solutions.

How long are the certificates valid? The validity varies by course. Standard First Aid and CPR-C certificates are valid for 3 years, and BLS (Basic Life Support) is valid for 1 year.

What should participants bring? Participants should wear comfortable clothes suitable for physical activity. All other necessary materials, including manikins and training AEDs, will be provided by us.

What safety measures are in place given the current COVID-19 pandemic? We’re committed to ensuring the safety of our participants and instructors. We adhere to public health guidelines, including reduced class sizes, physical distancing, and frequent sanitization of training equipment, (optional: wearing masks during the training).

If your question isn’t answered here, don’t hesitate to contact us directly. We’re here to help!