Lifesaver 101 Course Outline
CPR LEVEL C + AED
Online Opioid Overdoses and Naloxone Training
FEE: $25.00 ($22.12 + $2.88 HST)
The Lifesaver 101 Online Opioid Overdoses and Naloxone Training course is designed to educate individuals on how to recognize and respond to opioid overdoses, including the safe and effective use of naloxone, a life-saving medication that can temporarily reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
The course provides essential information on opioid use, overdose risk factors, signs and symptoms of overdose, and step-by-step guidance for administering naloxone in an emergency situation. It also covers legal considerations and the importance of follow-up care after an overdose response.
This course is ideal for:
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Individuals who may encounter opioid use in their personal or professional lives
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Community service providers, healthcare workers, first responders
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Teachers, social workers, shelter staff, and members of the public interested in being prepared to respond.
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100% online and self-paced for flexible learning
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Interactive videos and real-life scenarios
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Final quiz with unlimited retakes to reinforce learning
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Printable certificate upon successful completion.
Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive a Lifesaver 101 Certificate, showcasing their preparedness to respond to an opioid overdose confidently and effectively.
It is recommended that individuals retake the training every 1 to 2 years, or as updates to naloxone administration practices and opioid response protocols are released.
Be ready to save a life—this course empowers you with the knowledge and confidence to act quickly and effectively during an opioid overdose emergency.
In just 1 hour, this comprehensive online training will teach you:
Understanding opioids and their effects on the body
Common causes and risk factors for opioid overdose
Recognizing the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose
The role of naloxone in reversing an overdose
How to safely store, assemble, and administer naloxone nasal spray
Legal protections under the Good Samaritan Drug Overdose Act
Steps to take after administering naloxone, including emergency response and monitoring