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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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True or False: You should apply ice directly to a burn to cool it quickly.

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

True or False: If someone has inhaled toxic fumes, you should move them to fresh air immediately.

Think about safe ways to warm the affected area.

What is the most effective way to treat frostbite?

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

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

True or False: If someone is experiencing carbon monoxide poisoning, you should move them to fresh air immediately.

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

True or False: If a tooth is knocked out, you should handle it by the root.

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

What should you do if someone accidentally swallows a household cleaning chemical?

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

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 emergency care.

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack but does not have their inhaler?

Safety is the priority.

What is the best way to help someone having a seizure?

True or False: If a drowning victim is unresponsive and not breathing, you should start CPR immediately.

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

What is the first step in treating a victim of carbon monoxide poisoning?

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

What is the recommended rate of chest compressions per minute in CPR?

Gasping is not effective breathing.

What should you do if someone is gasping but has no pulse?

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

Think about improving blood flow.

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

Think about preventing infection.

What is the best way to treat an animal bite?

Consider what should be done before physical intervention.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about what happens when a bone is broken.

Which of the following is a sign of a fracture?

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

Cooling is necessary, but gradually.

What is the correct way to treat heat exhaustion?

Think about stopping blood loss.

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

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

True or False: If someone has a head injury but seems fine, they do not need medical attention.

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

True or False: If a person is having a seizure, you should hold them down to prevent injury.

Think about safety first.

What is the best way to treat a victim of electrical shock?

Heat stroke is a medical emergency.

Which of the following is a sign of heat stroke?

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

Think about safety and assessment.

If you witness someone suddenly collapse, what should you do first?

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?

Think about stabilization.

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

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

True or False: A person experiencing hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) should be given sugar immediately.

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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

You need to remove the chemical as quickly as possible.

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

True or False: You should stop CPR if the person starts breathing on their own.

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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