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Canadian Red Cross Stay Safe!

Canadian Red Cross Stay Safe Workbook

The Canadian Red Cross Stay Safe Course offers basic first aid and safety skills for youth 9-13 years old. Participants learn about being safe when they are without the direct supervision of a parent, guardian, or trusted adult, both at home and in their communities.


DURATION

5-6 hours

INSTRUCTOR

Red Cross Youth Leader

PREREQUISITE

Minimum 9 years of age (or completion of
Grade 3)

COURSE CONTENT

  • The importance of responsibility and respect while being accountable for yourself
  • The importance of setting and following safety rules when on your own
  • How to stay safe at home and within the community
  • How to prepare for, recognize and respond to unexpected situations (e.g., inclement weather, strangers, and unanticipated visits)
  • Basic first aid skills

Completion Criteria

Attendance

Participants must attend and participate in 100% of the course – this includes active, directed contributions at all scheduled sessions

Personal Care Skills

Participants must be able to comprehend and demonstrate the critical personal care skills

First Aid Skills

Participants must be able to comprehend and demonstrate the critical first aid skills

Behaviour

Participants must be able to exhibit the behaviours expected of a participant in this course


TAKE-HOME MATERIALS

Stay Safe! Workbook

Stay Safe Take Home Material


Course Completion Certificate