In this course, you will gain the knowledge and confidence needed to respond to opioid poisoning emergencies, including administering both intranasal and intramuscular naloxone.

What to Expect:

• How to recognize the signs and symptoms of opioid poisoning.
• What naloxone is and how it works to reverse an opioid overdose.
• The effects of opioids and naloxone on the body.
• Strategies to reduce the stigma associated with opioid poisoning.
• Confidently respond to opioid poisoning emergencies.
• Proper administration of intranasal and intramuscular naloxone.

Course Requirements:

• Must be at least 16 years or older

Course Information:

• Self-paced: Work through the materials online at your own speed.
• Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
• Knowledge checks: You must score at least 70% on each module’s quiz to pass. You can review the content and retake the quizzes as needed.

Certification:

• Students will receive a Canadian Red Cross certificate in First Aid for Opioid Poisoning upon successful completion.

First Aid for Opioid Poisoning training is non-refundable.