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

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

Think about the common warning signs.

What does the FAST acronym stand for in stroke recognition?

Think about cooling the affected area.

What is the best immediate treatment for a minor burn?

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

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

Think about the fastest way to stop blood loss.

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

Heat stroke is different from heat exhaustion.

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

Think about gradually increasing body temperature.

What should you do if someone is suffering from hypothermia?

Think about abdominal thrusts.

How can you help someone who is choking and cannot speak or cough?

Think of the 'Stayin' Alive' song tempo.

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

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

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?

Think about emergency treatment for anaphylaxis.

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

Avoid rapid temperature changes.

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

Poisoning symptoms can vary widely.

Which of the following is a key symptom of poisoning?

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.

Think about blood circulation.

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

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

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

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?

Think about stopping blood loss first.

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

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

Think about detection and prevention.

What is the best way to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning?

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

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

Think about low blood sugar symptoms.

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

Prevent movement of the spine.

How should you immobilize a suspected spinal injury victim?

Think about how to warm the area safely.

How should you treat frostbite on the fingers?

Think about when to seek emergency help.

What should you do if someone is having an asthma attack and their inhaler is not working?

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?

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

True or False: Carbon monoxide poisoning has a strong, noticeable odor.

Human bites carry a high risk of infection.

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

Diabetic emergencies often affect alertness and energy levels.

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

Think about what removes the source of poisoning first.

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

Consider treatments available without prescription.

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

Safety is the priority.

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

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

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

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

Poison control should be consulted first.

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

Avoid actions that can make it worse.

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

Think about the fastest way to reverse the reaction.

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

Think about your own safety first.

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

Compression depth is important for effective CPR.

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

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

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