Psychological First Aid

Course Details

New this year, this course equips learners in developing a personal understanding of the effects of stress, loss, trauma and grief on others, with emphasis on self-care and personal protection.

Learners will be introduced to the Red Cross Look, Listen, Link, Live model – a resiliency-building approach to emotional, psychological, and social wellbeing that teaches learners how to support themselves and others to cope with the effects of various types of stress. The course uses primarily case-based learning and includes the latest evidence from the international community.

Upon successfully completing this courses, students receive certification from the Canadian Red Cross that is valid for 3 years.

*Note – this blended course includes both an online component and an in person day led by two expert instructors.