Why do the Majority of Jobs Require CPR and First Aid Training?

CPR and First Aid training courses are not just essential for nurses and personal support workers. Most industries want personnel and employees with First Aid certificates since knowing how to respond in an emergency situation is beneficial, no matter the job scenario. Furthermore, having a CPR certificate in your name will increase your appeal to employers across a wide range of industries and jobs. In fact, in many circumstances, this is a condition for work.

We cannot prevent accidents, illnesses, or injuries from occurring, whether we work in an office or on a physical, hands-on job in the trades. Nowadays, employers are concerned with creating a safe working environment, and therefore they frequently hire someone with CPR and First Aid certifications without giving it much attention.

What are the Occupations that Demand CPR and First Aid Training?

The following are some vocations and careers that require CPR and FIRST AID Certification:

Healthcare Professionals

The healthcare vocations that need CPR certification include:

• Nurses (RN)
• Licensed vocational nurses (LVN)
• Medical assistants
• Respiratory therapists
• Hospital technicians
• Dentists
• Dental assistants
• Paramedics
• EMTs
• Pharmacist and pharmacy technicians
• Physical therapists
• Occupational therapists.

Outside Healthcare

The jobs outside of healthcare that still require certified CPR and First Aid training are numerous including:

• Child Care Providers
• Volunteers
• Construction workers 
• Lifeguards
• Firefighters
• Coaches and personal trainers  
• Electricians 
• Flight attendants 
• Jail and prison personnel
• Nanny and Babysitters
• Teachers and other school staff
• Security guards 
• Parents 
• Law enforcement
• Yoga teachers
• First Aid representatives  
• Emergency responders  
• Social workers 
• Students

Conclusion

Getting a CPR certification has several advantages. Since it can keep you safe in the event that you need to give CPR or Emergency First Aid to someone else while simultaneously without negatively affecting yourself in the process, it is helpful for almost any job. Thanks to blended certification courses, obtaining your CPR certification is now more easier than ever for everyone who needs it.

BITTS certification also provides blended CPR/AED, First Aid, and Basic Life Support courses if you want to finish your CPR training as a requirement for your employment or just for your own peace of mind.

BITTS Helps Newcomers Realize Their Dreams

“Constant change is an essence of life; be willing to surrender what you are for what you could become.” — Reinhold Niebuhr.

This is extremely true that not all dreams get fulfilled in one’s life. Sometimes people have unfulfilled desires that remained a dream because of their other responsibilities and priorities. Later in life, they remember those untrodden paths that they did not get to explore and eventually stew relentlessly about it.

Sometimes, a newcomer lands in this wonderful country called the land of opportunities. They get overwhelmed and confused about where to start and how to begin their career, or how to look for or start an alternative career that has been calling them for a long. In many instances, they could never make any effort to achieve it.

Your story could be one of these. If you think that you are that daredevil who keeps the power to make a difference by taking a bold and strong decision, you are on the right track.

 BITTS International Career College is the place for you that will help you to chase your dreams and fulfill your unkempt promises you might have seen with someone. Our team of experts is always willing to help you out exploring the right career path for you. 

Visit our office and meet our qualified and expert team members who will assist you in taking the right decision.

Fulfill all your dreams— only with BITTS.

Making a Lifesaving Decision – Choose the Right CPR Class

How Do I Decide Which CPR Class to Sign Up For?

Are you confused about which CPR course to sign up for? Contacting the company that demands the certification and asking them what course you need is the simplest way to decide which first aid and CPR training are best for you. BITTS has set up this blog to help our students respond to the most typical question we receive and make the disparities easier to understand.

Requirements for Schools/Colleges and Universities

Basic Life Support [BLS], – (previously known as CPR-HCP,)- may only be required once a year for students entering medical or healthcare professions. However, some nursing schools require students to complete Standard First Aid CPR Level BLS, which is valid for three years and must be renewed every three years. For nursing students, BITTS Certifications provides low-cost group discounts; for more information on group training, please see the link: https://bitts.ca/redcross/group-training-form/

Facilities for childcare or recreation require First Aid knowledge encompassing Standard First Aid and CPR Level C, which includes adult, child, and infant abilities, while Emergency First Aid and CPR are typically needed for children and infants. The program will be determined by organizational policy. BITTS Often offers corporate discounts if your organization wishes to offer First Aid instruction to your personnel.

Occupational Entry Requirements

For guidance with workplace regulatory requirements, it is imperative to get in touch with the organization’s body that oversees workplace health and safety – (in Ontario, this would be the WSIB). The Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C blended course is a string starting part if you’re unclear about what kind of workplace education you need.

The level of training required at a workplace is determined by the number of people working per shift:

• At least one person must be qualified in Emergency First Aid in businesses with five or fewer employees on any given shift. Institutions around the province provide this 8-hour training.
• In each corporate world with six or more people working on each shift, at least one person must have a Standard First Aid CPR certificate.

For workplaces with five or fewer people working on any one shift, at least one must have an Emergency First Aid certificate. This program is 8 hours long and is offered by organizations across the province.

For workplaces with six or more people working on any shift, at least one must have a Standard First Aid CPR certificate.

If your work is under government authority, such as transportation (airlines, trucking, shipping) or other entities such as the RCMP or Canadian Border Services, you are not subject to Work Safe BC’s jurisdiction and will require Standard First Aid or Emergency First Aid. Both the RCMP and the Border Services recommend the 16-hour Standard First Aid course.

If you are still unsure about the best CPR course for you and/or your business, do not hesitate to contact us through email or phone. BITTS would be pleased to help.

BITTS International Career College: A name everyone can trust

BITTS International Career College is well acclaimed for practicing and providing Career options and enhancements to international students across the world who choose Canada as their new home and who emerge as prodigies after they join BITTS International Career College as their first choice to further their education.

International students are the young minds who are baffled and unsure about their rights when they land. We at BITTS, make sure to help you understand how big the horizon of education and upgradation and how to find pathways that will take you towards achieving your goals and finding your dream jobs. Our Career Counselors are a team of experts who are well experienced in helping you out, finding your potential, and assisting you in looking for career options that will match your previous education and job roles. 

Are you aware of some of the important things you must know as an international student?

Our Specialist Counselors can help you understand fee-refund policy, complaint procedure, student’s rights, exploitation, harassment, and much more. Our Counselors are very passionate about helping students out and are always equipped with the right answers and advice regarding what is lurking in your mind.

Are you new to Canada and are not sure where to start?

BITTS offers various courses ranging from 4 months to diploma courses which can be chosen according to the individual needs and preferences. Regardless of the student’s status in Canada, BITTS International Career College Counselors help the students to enroll in their desired domain considering their eligibility criteria.

Are you stuck with someone else by mistake and unsure how to get over it?

BITTS is still accepting transfers for September intake; please feel free to reach out to our office and find out more about it. We are still accepting student enrollments for the November intake; please hurry up and begin the new journey of your educational life only with BITTS International Career College. 

BITTS Certifications – First Aid and CPR Blended Recertification

Recertification confirms that one’s competency has been upheld after initial training and offers a second certification for a time determined by the course. This must be completed before the first certification period expires.

Running a recertification course is different from running a beginner’s course. Participants in a recertification course seek to maintain the abilities and knowledge they acquired during their initial training. Since they have been in a First Aid classroom and have completed training, they are familiar with the course material and may have utilized their First Aid abilities in a genuine emergency. Because of this, they have different learning demands than initial trainees, and their course is taught in a different way (in terms of teaching hours and learning activities). Except for the teaching hours required for each course, all standards for recertification courses remain the same.

How can I get certified or recertified?

• Contact an authorized First Aid provider and sign up for the blended course. You can obtain an interim certificate for the knowledge acquisition element of the certification after completing the online course. The online portion of the course must be completed prior to the classroom portion.

• To receive full re-certification or certification, an instructor needs to examine your practical abilities to confirm that the requisite first aid competencies have been proven.

Can I continue to practice FIRST AID/CPR even though my certificate has expired?

With an expired certificate, you can no longer practice First Aid/CPR.

How frequently should the training be revised?

Most First Aid certifications are only valid for three years at most. Training organizations are allowed to set higher standards and grant certifications with a two-year validity period.

To keep your certification valid before it expires, you must go through the training once more.

Before your original certificate expires, you can renew your standard First Aid certification once by finishing a one-day course with the original provider. The term “renewal” will appear on the new certificate.

If you’ve previously had your standard First Aid certificate renewed, you’ll need to obtain a new one from an authorized institution when your current certificate expires.

To Register Please visit the link https://bitts.ca/red-cross-certification-registration/.

Student Success Story with BITTS

My Story

I am Ramanpreet Kaur.  Since my high school, I have always been passionate about traveling and experiencing new cultures. I chose to continue my higher studies abroad after receiving my degree in computer science. Most of my family members didn’t agree with my brave decision, still, after receiving my diploma, I traveled to Canada in Jan 2021, in British Columbia with a program related to my studies. It took a lot of sacrifices, efforts, and tears to complete that journey, yet I was determined to follow it. Despite the difficulties, I knew there was no other way than get going to seek the rights, and independence I had craved for. Studying in Canada gave me the chance to pursue my academic interests added with the freedom to think and act the way I like.

How BITTS Made My Life Easier?

When I started my studies, I found out that the college of my first choice and course did not prove to be as good as I thought and I decided to transfer my college in Ontario since all my friends were in Ontario.  One of my relatives suggested me to apply for a different college in Ontario as well. It wasn’t great timing though, as all intakes were full. Luckily, someone suggested me to apply at BITTS International Career College. 

BITTS’s staff understood my situation and suggested me an ‘Office Administration’ course for May 2021 intake. At that time, I was waiting for my previous college’s tuition refund, but my previous college was taking a lot of time in refunding my fees and this was definitely a stressful time for me.

BITTS enrolled me with a small enrolment fee and set up an installment plan to pay my tuition fees. I started studying right after this and later BITTS helped me finding a good part-time job while I was studying. 

Once I Was Done

After my studies, BITTS also helped me to get a full-time job as an office administrator that was related to my studies. I was on my way!

Thank you very much BITTS. You helped whereas the other schools did not, and assisted me in starting off my career in Canada by moving fast towards the right direction.

What makes students to choose BITTS International Career College?

“Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world” – Nelson Mandela

BITTS believes in the power of recognition and empowerment that leads to providing poised, confident individuals being ready to compete in the job market with the right equipment of knowledge.

What makes BITTS different than others?

Unlike other colleges, BITTS offers six semester openings—i.e. regular bi-monthly start dates for students to start. Whereas most of the institutions offer perhaps three start dates a year, BITTS believes in acknowledging the need of adult learners who juggle work, family, and education obligations. Our classes are often on weekends and various weekdays schedules, tailored to suit the individual needs. BITTS believes that working one-on-one helps students understand the strengths and improvements of each individual, while our specialized lesson plans cover specific educational needs.

Why choose BITTS? 

BITTS always strives hard to extend its helping hand to the less fortunate individuals who are looking for upgrading their skillset but lacking the funds to do so. Understanding this need, BITTS offers several exciting scholarships to the learners who enroll with BITTS to overcome financial difficulties, and students can enjoy and concentrate fully on their studies.

Staff at BITTS: 

BITTS has a team of qualified instructors who are proficient in their subjects and strive towards fulfilling individuals’ goals. Our instructors always go above and beyond to make sure that learners are satisfied with the knowledge imparted to them. Customer service is BITTS’s priority, and everyone at BITTS from administration to educators to counselors practice it unconditionally.

Why wait? It’s time to take a decision… Now… or Never?

Are you unhappy with your current institution? We are here to help. BITTS is still accepting transfers for September intake, and we also have applications open for November 2022. Contact us now—we are here to help!

First Aid Corporate Training with BITTS Certifications

As a Canadian Red Cross training partner and leading authority in First Aid, our knowledge sets the bar when it comes to providing the most thorough and cutting-edge First Aid training programs for the workplace, academic needs, or general curiosity. We provide various certifications and Courses that meet legislation requirements for provincial /territorial worker safety and insurance boards and include the latest first aid and CPR guidelines to become certified in First Aid, CPR, and AED.

Our most popular Workplace First Aid Courses are:

1. Standard First Aid CPR Level C blended  
2. Standard First Aid CPR Level C Blended Recertification  
3. Emergency First Aid CPR Level C blended 
4. Emergency First Aid CPR Level C blended Recertification 
5. CPR/AED Level A and C blended  
6. CPR/AED Level A and C blended Recertification 
7. Basic Life Support

Why Chose Corporate Training Programs 

Most organizations in Canada require staff who are trained in First Aid, CPR, and AED to offer urgent care in the case of an injury or medical emergency. First Aid certification and equipment requirements vary based on regulatory authority, industry, workplace dangers, and personnel count.

BITTS Certifications provides First Aid training classes in several forms across Ontario to match your specific occupational health and safety requirements. We will collaborate with you to provide a tailored solution to satisfy your occupational health and safety requirements.

First Aid training Formats 

BITTS Certifications offers the most complete training formats and industry knowledge to create excellent programs for building confident first responders. 

1. Public in-Class Training: Available at 6 training locations across Ontario
2. Private Classes: Set up a private class at a schedule and location that works for you 
3. Blended Learning: Reduce up to 50% of your required classroom training time with our blended learning 

Corporate Client Services – Contact Information  

Our customer service professionals are available to assist you in determining your first aid needs and developing a thorough strategy that considers your workplace’s legal requirements, particular workplace risks, and working conditions. 

To schedule the group training, please contact us:

Email: Lifeline@bitts.ca 

Contact: https://bitts.ca/redcross/group-training-form/ 

Phone: +1 905-487-7043 

BITTS Certifications-Levels of CPR

CPR is classified into three levels: A, C, and BLS. Because the public does not receive the same training as those in the medical field, these levels are tailored to a specific audience.

A person could learn how to conduct CPR properly and learn the most crucial details through CPR training. In the workplace or in school, CPR instruction may be mandated. At BITTS Certifications, we work hard to give our students the knowledge they require to meet their needs.

Before registering, students should understand the different levels of CPR. Please review the details below regarding CPR levels A, C, and BLS.

CPR Level A

Lay rescuers who are interested in learning about the fundamentals of CPR instruction are frequently advised to take CPR Level A. Adult CPR and choking protocols are included in this CPR level, along with the significance of prompt defibrillation. The CPR level A course will only take 4 hours of your time, but it covers incredibly important and vital information regarding handling emergencies. The CPR Level A is provided through Canadian Red Cross courses at BITTS Certifications.

See the CPR/AED course for further details on the CPR Level A criteria.

Instructions for using an automated defibrillator on children are included in CPR Level B. It does not cover adult treatment techniques, making it an addition to rather than a replacement for the CPR Level A course. This course was available through Red Cross as a separate course but is now part of Level C. 

CPR Level C

CPR Level C includes instruction in two-rescuer CPR as well as all other facets of CPR theory and practice for adults, kids, and newborns. It is seen as an inclusive strategy. Police, firefighters, and lifeguards who might need extensive training for their job requirements are frequently advised to complete CPR Level C.

CPR Level C includes the following courses:

1. Standard First Aid and CPR Level C 
2.  CPR/ AED level C 
3. Emergency First Aid and CPR Level C
4. CPR Level BLS

If you want to book an appointment for any of the above-mentioned courses, Please register here https://bitts.ca/red-cross-certification-registration/.

BLS Level training is intended for first responders and healthcare professionals who need more advanced life support skills. The course trains Health Care Providers to respond to medical emergencies (e.g., doctors, nurses, paramedics, and allied healthcare professionals).

CPR BLS includes the following courses:

BLS Standard First Aid and CPR – Valid for 3 years

Basic Life Support (BLS) Course – 1-year validity

When looking for a CPR, BLS, or First Aid class, a person should look for a reputable provider. BITTS Certifications is an authorized Red Cross Partner and has been offering CPR classes in a variety of locations throughout Ontario. Please contact us for more information.

Blended First Aid CPR Training with BITTS

The Canadian Red Cross offers a blended course called Online First Aid CPR Training. The blended (online/in-person) courses are available for both Standard First Aid Full Certification and Recertification at BITTS International Career College.

What is blended learning?

Each blended learning course is divided into two sections. Participants must first complete the selfpaced online component, which includes a knowledge evaluation, and then successfully completes an instructor-led classroom component to achieve full certification a skills practice and an evaluation session. Participants should complete the classroom component within six weeks of completing the online component. If a participant does not attend a classroom session within this time frame, they will be required to retake the online component before being admitted to the classroom. The completion period in Ontario is four weeks.

How to register for blended course sessions?

Participants will be registered online and receive instructions to access the online course through the Red Cross. Each module has an examination designed to ensure a participant’s understanding of the subject matter. Once completed student will receive a temporary certificate from the Canadian Red Cross which is valid for 90 days. If you wish to receive a certificate, you will also need to attend an in class session.

Participants will be registered online and given instructions on how to access the online course via the Red Cross.
Each module includes an examination to ensure your comprehension of the material.

Once completed, you will receive a 90-day temporary certificate from the Canadian Red Cross.

Students must also attend an in-class session if they wish to receive a certificate.

Registering in three simple steps:

1. Registration: Receive instructions and information about online training. Prior to the in-class date, the online portion of the training (8 hours) must be completed.
2. Attend the classroom portion of the training.
3. Certification: The student will receive the Red Cross certificate within 48 hours

After registering online, the participant will receive an email from the Red Cross with a link to the course content. The link will be sent to you within 1-2 business days of registering.

For more information visit https://bitts.ca/course/standard-first-aid-blended/

Our Recent conducted First Aid and CPR / AED Blended sessions:

The BITTS Certifications team uploads the upcoming in-class course session dates on Bitts website.

To Register for the session, visit https://bitts.ca/event-calendar/
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us by phone or email.