{"id":619,"date":"2022-03-03T15:26:05","date_gmt":"2022-03-03T23:26:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/fhpedu.com\/blog\/?p=619"},"modified":"2022-03-08T15:27:59","modified_gmt":"2022-03-08T23:27:59","slug":"cpr-and-first-aid-certification","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fhpedu.com\/blog\/cpr-and-first-aid-certification\/","title":{"rendered":"Important NSFA Notice: CPR and First Aid Certification"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

NSFA certifications<\/a> are one of the most respected fitness certifications in Nova Scotia. Not only will you be able to work in gyms, recreational centres, and privately, you can even transfer your certificate nationally and internationally. However, before you are awarded your certificate, you will need to obtain your CPR and First Aid certification. Learn which level you need and where you can get them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why CPR and First Aid Certification?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Having CPR and First Aid knowledge can save a life in medical emergencies. Anything can happen during a training session, so having these valuable skills can improve the quality of your instructions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are some reasons why it pays to have First Aid and CPR certifications<\/p>\n\n\n\n

  1. Save someone’s life<\/li>
  2. Increase patient comfort during a stressful situation<\/li>
  3. Prevent worsening situations by stabilizing the patient until help arrives<\/li>
  4. An assist to your community<\/li>
  5. Prevent cardiac arrests with your CPR knowledge<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    Which Level Do I Need?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

    According to NSFA, it does not matter which First Aid or CPR level you have. However, some employers prefer a specific type over the other, so it is helpful to know which one you need for your job. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Here are the different levels of First Aid and CPR:<\/p>\n\n\n\n