First Aid & CPR/AED
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Best for workplaces, childcare, teachers, fitness staff, security, and general WSIB approved certification requirements across North York and the greater Toronto area. Healthcare staff typically need BLS certification in North York instead.
3-Year Certification
Blended & In-Person
WSIB Approved
Canadian Red Cross
- WSIB approved training for Ontario workplace compliance
- Hands-on skills testing with automated external defibrillator
- Flexible blended and in-person first aid training formats
- Certificate issued within 48 hours of completion
- Free skills practice retake within 90 days
| Course Option | Online | In-Class |
|---|---|---|
| Blended CPR/AED Level C | 2–3 hrs | 9AM – 1PM |
| Blended Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED | 3–4 hrs | 9AM – 2:30PM |
| Blended Standard First Aid & CPR/AED | 7 hrs | 9AM – 5PM |
| CPR/AED Level C Recertification | 1–2 hrs | Half day |
| Standard First Aid Recertification | 3–4 hrs | 9AM – 2:30PM |
Who is this for? Workplaces requiring WSIB approved certification, daycare and childcare workers, PSWs, security guards, teachers, fitness staff, university and college students, and anyone needing a recognized Canadian Red Cross certification card.
First Aid CPR AED Level C Certification — North York FAQs
Yes. The online portion gives you a thorough grounding in first aid principles and theory before your in-class session at 180 Steeles Ave W, Unit 216 — so your time in class is spent entirely on hands-on skills practice, not sitting through lectures. Most North York students find the blended format easier to absorb because you complete theory at your own pace before the practical session.
No. Your certificate must be valid — not yet expired — on the day of your recertification class at our North York facility. If it has lapsed, you need to enroll in the full course (CPR/AED Level C, Emergency First Aid, or Standard First Aid). There are no additional prerequisites — simply confirm your certification history and we will match you to the right full course. Call us at 866-291-9121 and we will confirm which option is right for your situation in North York.
Yes. Most employers in North York — including TDSB schools, childcare centres regulated under the CCEYA, healthcare settings, and WSIB approved workplaces — specifically require a Canadian Red Cross certificate from a WSIB approved provider. Generic certificates from non-authorized issuers are frequently rejected during workplace audits and compliance checks.
Yes, there are a few essentials to bring. Bring your government-issued photo ID, your confirmation email showing the online portion is complete (for blended courses), and wear comfortable clothing that allows you to kneel on a mat for CPR practice. The North York facility is on the second floor — free parking is available and the building is wheelchair accessible.
No — failure is very unlikely with our 99.99% pass rate across all North York courses. The skills assessment is a practical demonstration of CPR, AED, and first aid techniques you practised during the in-class session. If you do not pass on the first attempt, you receive a free 90-day skills practice retake at no extra cost.
Yes. You can take a CPR/AED Level C course one day and a Standard First Aid & CPR/AED course on a separate day in the same week at our North York facility. Many healthcare students at York University and Humber College North Campus book both back to back to meet clinical placement requirements quickly.
Yes. Our North York schedule includes multiple dates throughout the week, including weekend in-class sessions where demand allows. Check the booking page at our North York facility or call us Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM to find available public dates that fit your schedule.
Yes. Canadian Red Cross certificates from our WSIB approved North York facility are accepted by virtually all Ontario healthcare employers, including Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, North York General Hospital, and clinical sites affiliated with York University and Humber College. For hospital and clinical staff requiring BLS specifically, select the BLS-HCP course — not CPR/AED Level C.
Yes, getting to our North York facility is straightforward. Free parking is available on-site at 180 Steeles Ave W. The facility is on the second floor, wheelchair accessible, and within walking distance of Centerpoint Mall. By TTC, take the 60 Steeles West bus from Finch West Station or Downsview Park Station. The building is also easily accessible from Highway 400 and 401 via the Allen Road corridor.
No. If your certificate has already expired, you cannot register for a recertification course — you must take the full course. Additionally, Standard First Aid recertification requires alternating: if your previous course was a recertification, your next must be the full Standard First Aid course. Contact us at 866-291-9121 to confirm the right option for your situation in North York.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Healthcare
Designed for healthcare professionals, nursing students, first responders, and clinical settings requiring Basic Life Support certification in North York. Non-clinical roles should book the Standard First Aid & CPR course in North York instead.
Healthcare Focused
1-Year Certification
Initial & Renewal
Hands-On Assessment
- Meets clinical and healthcare employer requirements
- Adult, child, and infant resuscitation with team-based CPR
- Opioid overdose and trauma response components
- Initial certification and BLS Renewal options available
- Certificate within 48 hours of completion
| Course Option | Format | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP) | In-Class | 4 hrs |
| BLS Renewal | In-Class | 3–4 hrs |
Who is this for? Nurses, nursing students, paramedics, physicians, dental professionals, physiotherapists, respiratory therapists, lifeguards, sports medicine staff, and all healthcare and pre-hospital care providers in North York who need a current Basic Life Support card.
Basic Life Support (BLS) — North York FAQs
Yes. Canadian Red Cross BLS is widely accepted by Ontario hospitals including North York General Hospital, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, and affiliated clinical settings. While some older hospital policies historically referenced Heart & Stroke, most current credentialing offices in Ontario accept any recognized BLS provider. Confirm with your specific employer’s credentialing department if you are uncertain.
Yes — Basic Life Support certification typically lasts for one year, after which healthcare professionals are encouraged to renew their training to stay updated on the latest resuscitation techniques. BLS Renewal is available at our North York facility at 180 Steeles Ave W, Unit 216, takes 3–4 hours in-class. Do not let your BLS card lapse — most North York clinical employers require proof of a current, non-expired BLS card for active staff.
Yes. Nursing students in Ontario — whether at York University, Humber College North Campus, or another institution — typically require Basic Life Support (BLS), not CPR/AED Level C. Check your clinical placement requirements carefully: most Ontario nursing programs specify BLS-HCP, which is a separate and more advanced course than the standard CPR/AED Level C course used for general workplace compliance.
Yes. The Canadian Red Cross BLS course at our North York facility includes adult, child, and infant CPR, use of an automated external defibrillator, assisted ventilation techniques, and opioid overdose response with naloxone. The course includes training on assisted ventilation and oxygen therapy — critical skills for healthcare providers in emergency care settings — and covers the full resuscitation sequence using real healthcare manikins and equipment.
Yes. Many healthcare professionals completing Standard First Aid at our North York location book a BLS session on a separate day in the same week. The two courses complement each other: Standard First Aid covers wounds, environmental illness, and broader emergency response (3-year certification), while BLS focuses on high-performance CPR for clinical settings (1-year certification). Both can be completed within a single week at 180 Steeles Ave W.
No. The Basic Life Support course is in-class only at our North York facility. There is no online theory component — the entire 4-hour session is practical and skills-focused, as required by the Canadian Red Cross BLS curriculum. This ensures every healthcare provider leaves fully confident in high-performance CPR and resuscitation techniques.
Yes. BLS-HCP meets certification requirements for personal support workers, healthcare aides, and support workers in long-term care, community care, and hospital settings across North York. If your employer or placement agency asks for "BLS" or "CPR-HCP," select the BLS course at our North York facility. If they ask only for "CPR Level C," the standard CPR/AED Level C course is sufficient.
No. BLS Renewal requires a current, non-expired certificate. If your BLS certification has already lapsed, you must take the full BLS course rather than the renewal session. Most North York clinical employers require proof of an active, non-expired BLS card — do not delay if your card is approaching its annual expiry date.
Yes. BLS courses are held at our North York training facility at 180 Steeles Ave W, Unit 216, North York, ON L4J 2L1 — on the second floor near Centerpoint Mall, with free on-site parking and wheelchair accessibility. Session schedules vary; check the BLS booking page or call us Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 7:00 PM for current available dates.
No, they are not the same. Basic Life Support is a healthcare-focused resuscitation course covering high-performance CPR, AED use, and clinical airway response — valid for 1 year, designed for nurses, paramedics, and clinical staff. Standard First Aid is a broader workplace safety course covering wounds, fractures, environmental illness, and general emergency response — valid for 3 years, required for WSIB approved compliance in North York. Healthcare professionals in North York typically need both certifications.
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First Responder, EMR & Aid Courses in North York
Looking for Professional Responder training? We offer responder courses for students pursuing careers in firefighting, policing, paramedicine, and emergency response in North York and across Ontario.
Depending on your path, you may need First Responder (FR), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), EMR Recertification, or an EMR Upgrade course. The EMR program is an 80-hour in-class advanced training covering airway management, spinal injuries, cardiovascular emergencies, and trauma response. Most candidates first complete Standard First Aid & CPR Level C in North York, then add BLS certification in North York before enrolling.
FR, EMR, EMR Recert, and EMR Upgrade — 80-hour in-class program for professional responders
Ideal for future firefighters, police applicants, and paramedic pathways in North York
Advanced hands-on emergency care training beyond standard First Aid and CPR
Professional responder courses
Explore advanced aid certification options if your career path requires responder-level training in North York.
- Main coursesFR & EMR
- Duration80 hrs in-class
- UpgradesEMR Upgrade
- RenewalEMR Recert
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