The Canadian Red Cross Psychological First Aid program is 7 hrs in-class + an online component (approx. 45-90 mins.) Learn how to anticipate stress whenever possible and equip yourself with the skillset to practice self-care and to provide care for others during times of stress, crisis or trauma.
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.
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
Psychological First Aid certification valid for 3 years.