Health & Safety Training

Administering Emergency Oxygen

Learn to support breathing emergencies using emergency oxygen delivery systems and advanced airway-management support skills. This is an in-person, instructor-led Skill Boost with hands-on practice.

In-Person Skills Oxygen Delivery Systems Airway Support Options

Choose the Option You Need

This course is taught in-person. Some sessions may include optional skill topics depending on the class listing.

Optional Topics

Suctioning + Basic Airways (If Offered)

Some classes may include optional topics for added airway-management support skills.

  • Suctioning: safely use a suctioning device (+15 minutes)
  • Basic Airways: insert OPA and NPA (adult/child/infant) (+15 minutes)
  • Included only when listed for that class session
Optional time add-on Skills practice included
Prerequisite

Who Can Take This?

This Skill Boost requires a qualifying Red Cross course certification or enrollment.

  • Typically paired with Lifeguarding, BLS, ALS, PALS, CPR/AED Professional Rescuers, etc.
  • If you’re unsure, contact us and we’ll help you confirm eligibility
Eligibility required Ask before booking
Groups

Workplace / Agency Training

Host this course for your organization with hands-on instruction and skill verification.

  • Great for response teams and high-responsibility roles
  • On-site options may be available
  • Ask about adding optional topics (if appropriate)
Hosted sessions available Custom scheduling

How This Course Works

Administering Emergency Oxygen is a hands-on, instructor-led session. You’ll practice key skills, participate in scenarios, and complete a final written exam.

1
In-person instruction + guided practice
You’ll learn equipment basics, safety precautions, and correct response steps.
2
Skill practice & scenario evaluation
You’ll demonstrate competency during skill stations and an assessment scenario.
3
Written exam (80% minimum)
A passing score plus skill competency earns your 2-year certification.

What You’ll Learn

Clear, equipment-focused training that builds confidence for real breathing emergencies.

Breathing Emergencies

Recognize respiratory distress and take the correct first steps quickly and safely.

Ventilations (Mask / BVM)

Provide effective ventilations using a resuscitation mask or a bag-valve-mask (BVM).

Oxygen Systems

Assemble and use a variable-flow-rate oxygen system and understand delivery components.

Monitoring & Safety

Key oxygen safety precautions and when/how to use a pulse oximeter.

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers for Administering Emergency Oxygen.

Is this course online or blended?
No. This Skill Boost is instructor-led with no online sessions. All learning and skills are completed in person.
How long is the class?
Total instruction time is about 1 hour and 40 minutes, not including breaks. Some sessions may add time for optional topics.
Are there prerequisites?
Yes. You must be certified or currently enrolled in a qualifying Red Cross course (or equivalent). If you’re unsure, contact us and we’ll help confirm eligibility.
How do I earn certification?
You must actively participate, demonstrate competency in required skills, and pass the written exam with at least 80%.
How long is the certification valid?
The Administering Emergency Oxygen certification is valid for 2 years.
Do you offer group training?
Yes. We can schedule hosted or group sessions. Use “Request Group Training” to start a quote.