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Psychological First Aid

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.

Audience

Course is adaptable to all audiences (Youth, Workplace,
Professional Responder)

Duration

12 hours in-class OR
45-90 minutes online learning and 7 hours in-class

Prerequisites

  • 16 years of age (recommended)

  • Psychological First Aid - Self-Care online course
    (required for blended option only)

Completion

  • Successfully participate in 100% of the in-class course

  • Successfully complete the online course: Psychological
    First Aid – Self-Care (required for blended option only)

Certification

3-year certification in Psychological First Aid

Course Content

​Case-based learning and discussion will be tailored to
the audience and include the following content:

  • Introduction to Red Cross

  • Case Studies

  • Psychological First Aid

  • Operational Principles

  • Stress, Distress

  • Loss and Grief

  • Trauma

  • Indicators

  • Vulnerable Populations

  • Supportive Communication

  • Look, Listen, Link, Live

  • Resiliency and Protective Factors

  • Protection

  • Policies, Legislation

  • Self-Care

Participant Materials

  • Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Reference Text

  •  Canadian Red Cross Emergency Care for Professional Responders Workbook (optional)

Want to Bring This Course to You?

I offer this course on-demand through my mobile training unit. Whether you're booking for yourself or a group, just reach out to request a quote or schedule a session at your location.

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Call or text: 902-495-9712

Email: info@902resq.com


Or use the Contact Page to get in touch.

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