Formed in 1992, The Vital Link is an Authorized Provider and Delivery Partner of the Canadian Red Cross Society.

Since then we have developed ongoing relationships to deliver training to a variety of agencies. These agencies include major colleges, universities, health organizations, and provincial and regional social agencies. We also maintain numerous contracts with both corporate and small businesses. The Vital Link and its services are highly sought after within the day care and preschool networks and we train more professionals in this field than any other authorized provider or delivery partner.

Classes are small to ensure the best instruction and hands on training; maximum of 12 students per instructor. Each student will be issued a Red Cross manual and have their own manikin for hands on work.

Since 1992, The Vital Link has delivered over 3,000 courses, taught well over 35,000 students, and these numbers are growing every year! The Vital Link can customize courses to meet your needs, at your home or workplace. We also have a regular schedule of classes running at Douglas College's New Westminster campus and their Coquitlam campus for the general public.

If you would like to learn more about the Canadian Red Cross, please visit their website at www.redcross.ca.

Karen, as the owner and operator of The Vital Link, has been teaching Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses for over 20 years. She has taught locally, provincially, nationally and internationally. Karen's background and certification in Early Childhood Care and Education has made her very sought after in this field.

She has been a member of a variety of boards and advisory committees, and her input has been a valuable part of Red Cross First Aid program development. Karen was instrumental in the rewriting of the Child Safe manual, the development of First Aid for the Handicapped, and the refinement of the Leadership program as a Master Instructor Trainer. She was a Master Instructor Trainer for the Red Cross for many years and certified many of the instructors actively teaching first aid today.

Lynn has been teaching Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses for over 22 years. She has been an Instructor Trainer and co-ordinates first aid training for Langley Continuing Education. Lynn currently works as a medical laboratory assistant. Students enjoy her professionalism and detailed teaching style.

Lisa has been teaching Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses for over 4 years. Her background is as a personal fitness trainer and Aquafit instructor. Students enjoy her enthusiasm and high energy.

Jillian has been teaching Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses for over 4 years. Her background is as a licensed practical nurse. Students enjoy her knowledge in the health care field and will have a fun and active class.

Pauline has an extensive background in Adult and Child Education as well as the health care field. Students enjoy the lively and diverse methods she uses to teach First Aid Courses.