The life-saving skills that a first aid student learns may be valuable in work settings and everyday life. Knowledge from this study program may be applied directly in a career as an emergency responder, or it may be used to maintain safety protocols in manufacturing work environments.

A certificate is proof of qualification of a certain set of skills. Students who obtain a certificate have completed educational requirements and tests. Through completion, they become ready to pursue a degree or diploma, or to head into the professional world in their field of expertise.