CPR & First Aid for Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) – Ottawa
Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) play a crucial role in keeping children safe in early learning environments. Under Ontario’s Child Care and Early Years Act (CCEYA), licensed child care centres must ensure staff maintain current Standard First Aid and CPR Level C certification.
This training equips educators to respond confidently to emergencies involving infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Why CPR & First Aid Are Essential for ECEs
Children are active, curious, and unpredictable. This means that accidents and medical emergencies can happen at any moment. Certified ECEs are trained to manage:
- Choking
- Allergic reaction
- Asthma attacks
- Seizures
- Breathing emergencies
- Playground injuries
- Cuts and bleeding
- Loss of consciousness
- CPR Emergencies and AED usage
What CPR Level Do ECEs Need in Ontario?
The required certification is:
This includes:
- Infant, child, and adult CPR
- AED training
- Choking response
- Multi-rescuer CPR
- Emergency scene assessment
- Dealing with life threatening allergies / breathing emergencies
- Environmental emergencies
- Head, neck, and spinal injuries
- and so much more!
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Is a Standard First Aid certificate Mandatory for ECEs?
Yes. Under Ontario law:
- At least one certified staff member must be on-site at all times
- Most centres now require all educators to hold Standard First Aid and CPR C certifications.
Renewal Requirements for ECEs
Some employers also require CPR refreshers annually.
Ottawa-Specific Requirements
ECEs in Ottawa typically require certification for:
- Licensed child care centres
- EarlyON sites
- Montessori schools
- Home daycare providers
- ECE college placements
Any childcare, daycare, or ECE placement / program will accept our Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR / AED Level C training course. All of our training is facilitated through the Canadian Red Cross making it WSIB accredited / recognized by all programs.
Where to Take CPR & First Aid for ECEs in Ottawa
First Aid Connect offers:
Book your ECE Standard First Aid & CPR / AED Level C course by clicking here → Register now!
