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Certification Exam: What to Expect

You’ve now completed the required training in First Aid for Adults, Children, and Infants. This final step—the certification exam—will assess your understanding of core first aid principles and your ability to respond effectively in emergencies. Upon passing, you’ll be eligible to receive an official certification card recognizing your completion of this program. Before you begin, take a moment to review the exam format and requirements below.

Exam Overview

  • 50 Questions – Multiple-choice and true/false, covering key first aid topics across all chapters.
  • Randomized Questions – Each exam attempt is unique.
  • 60-Minute Time Limit – Complete your exam in one sitting.
  • All Questions Required – You must answer every question before submitting.
  • Immediate Feedback – You’ll get explanations for each answer.
  • Passing Score: 75% – Required to earn certification.
  • Three Attempts – You get up to three consecutive tries before a review break.

What to Keep in Mind

  • Work Independently – No notes or outside help. You’ve got this.
  • One Sitting – You cannot pause and come back later.
  • Tech Ready – Make sure your internet connection is stable and your device is charged.
  • Review Before You Submit – You can revisit and adjust answers as needed.
  • Be Confident – Trust your training and go for it.

What Happens Next?

  • Passed? Great job—you’re now eligible to order your official certification card.
  • Didn’t pass? No problem. You have three consecutive attempts before you’ll need to review the material.

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Consider treatments available without prescription.

What should you do if someone is experiencing a mild allergic reaction (itching, rash, but no breathing difficulty)?

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

Which of the following is a clear sign of heat stroke?

Think about how carbon monoxide affects the body.

What is the primary danger of carbon monoxide poisoning?

True or False: If someone collapses and does not have a pulse, you should start CPR immediately.

Time is critical in a heart attack situation.

What is the first action you should take if you suspect someone is having a heart attack?

This is an open fracture.

If a broken bone is protruding through the skin, what should you do?

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

What should you do first if someone is suffering from severe hypothermia?

True or False: Human bites are usually less dangerous than animal bites.

True or False: If a person is experiencing a seizure, you should place an object in their mouth to prevent them from biting their tongue.

Concussions affect the brain.

How should you treat a person with a suspected concussion?

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

What should you do if someone has a deep human bite that is bleeding?

Think about stopping blood loss first.

What is the first step in treating a deep open wound?

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

Which of the following is a common symptom of a diabetic emergency?

Think about blood circulation.

What is the first thing you should do if someone faints?

True or False: A person with a nosebleed should tilt their head back to stop the bleeding.

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

What is the best immediate treatment for a severe allergic reaction (anaphylaxis)?

True or False: An AED should only be used if the person has no pulse and is unresponsive.

Think about stopping blood loss.

What should you do if a person has a deep laceration with severe bleeding?

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

What should you do if a person experiencing an allergic reaction is struggling to breathe?

Think about improving blood flow.

What is the best way to treat someone who has fainted?

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

True or False: An asthma inhaler should be used only if a person is unconscious.

True or False: A third-degree burn is usually the most painful type of burn.

Think about circulation and blood flow.

If a person is in shock, what is the BEST position to place them in?

True or False: You should tilt the head back for someone experiencing a nosebleed.

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

What is the first step in treating a chemical burn in the eye?

Think about your own safety first.

What is the first step when assisting a victim of an electrical shock?

Persistent bleeding may require medical help.

What should you do if someone has a severe nosebleed that won't stop after 10 minutes of applying pressure?

True or False: If someone has a deep puncture wound, you should remove the object before applying first aid.

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

Think about how you can detect breath without touching the person.

Which of the following is the best way to check if an unconscious person is breathing?

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to help someone with a large open wound that is not actively bleeding?

Removing an object could make bleeding worse.

If someone has a deep cut with an object embedded in the wound, what should you do?

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

Which of the following is a sign of a diabetic emergency (hypoglycemia)?

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

Which of the following is the correct way to stop a nosebleed?

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

True or False: You should immerse a burn victim in ice-cold water to stop tissue damage.

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

What is the first step when you see someone choking and unable to breathe?

True or False: Applying heat to a sprained ankle is the best way to reduce swelling.

True or False: If someone is bitten by a wild animal, they should always seek medical attention.

True or False: If someone swallows a poison, you should immediately make them vomit.

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

How deep should chest compressions be for an adult during CPR?

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

What is the best way to control severe bleeding from a wound?

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

Think about where to press for effective compressions.

What is the correct hand placement for adult CPR?

Think about stabilization.

What is the purpose of a splint for a suspected fracture?