FIRST AID TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
Annie Speaks: Top Tips on How To Get a First Aid Certificate
Annie shares advice on how to complete a first aid training class successfully and gain skills, confidence, and a certificate
Student: Dear Annie, I’ve signed up for a first aid class, but I’m nervous. Can you give me some tips on how to pass my course?
Annie: You’ve already done the hard part by registering and paying for the class! Here are some tips to help you complete your training successfully.
1. Register for the right class
Ensure you’ve registered yourself for the correct class. If your school or employer requires you to get a first aid/CPR certificate, confirm the name of the course you are required to take. There are many different types of first aid and CPR courses and certifications. Schools and industries require different types of training.
To save money and time and prevent frustration, ask your school or employer which certificate you need before registering. If they tell you to “just get a basic first aid certificate,” ask them for the certification’s exact name. For example, Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C or Red Cross…