First Aid & CPR/AED
Best for anyone who wants to learn CPR and save lives — workplaces, childcare, teachers, fitness staff, security, and anyone needing general WSIB approved certification requirements across Brampton and Peel Region. Healthcare staff typically need BLS certification in Brampton 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 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 Certification — Brampton FAQs
Yes, the answer depends on your role and industry. Most Brampton workplaces regulated under OHSA require Standard First Aid & CPR Level C for designated first aiders. Emergency First Aid is generally sufficient for PSWs, security guards, and food service workers. Logistics companies, manufacturing facilities like Stellantis, and Peel District School Board schools generally require Standard First Aid — confirm with your Brampton employer or licensing body before booking.
Yes. All Canadian Red Cross First Aid and CPR Level C courses offered at our Brampton facility are WSIB approved and meet Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act requirements. The certificate you receive meets school requirements, employer compliance mandates, and childcare licensing standards across Brampton and Peel Region. This is fully compliant wsib first aid training for all Brampton industries.
Yes. Automated external defibrillator training is included in every CPR and First Aid course offered in Brampton. The AED skill is a core component of every CPR/AED Level C module — you will develop practical skills through hands on practice — performing proper cardiopulmonary resuscitation alongside CPR AED use on training mannequins. Learning to use an AED can double a person's chance of survival during a cardiac arrest emergency, which is why aed certification is built into every Brampton course.
Yes, your certification is valid for 3 years. Canadian Red Cross First Aid and CPR Level C certification issued at our Brampton location is valid for 3 years. CPR and First Aid certifications typically require recertification every three years to ensure that skills and knowledge remain current and effective — if your certificate has expired or is within 90 days of expiry, you may be eligible for a cpr and first aid recertification course rather than the full program — see our Brampton First Aid & CPR booking page for available recertification dates.
Yes. Our blended courses deliver an online course for theory so you can complete the entire program at your own pace — finish the online modules at home, then attend the in-class skills session at our Brampton training location, 83 Kennedy Rd S #1810. If you work in a clinical healthcare setting, you likely need Basic Life Support instead — see our BLS certification page in Brampton to confirm. BLS is only available in all-in-class format.
Yes, you get a second chance at no cost. Students who do not pass their first aid certification skills assessment at our Brampton location are eligible for a free skills practice retake within 90 days. Our instructors identify areas needing improvement before you leave class. Our 99.99% success rate reflects our commitment to every Brampton student completing their cpr and first aid training brampton successfully.
Yes. Coast2Coast Brampton offers morning, afternoon, and weekend course sessions to accommodate shift workers at Stellantis, logistics staff at Amazon and Loblaw, and Sheridan College students with variable schedules. Check the Brampton First Aid & CPR booking calendar for available dates — 100+ course dates are scheduled every week across Brampton and Peel Region.
Yes. The Canadian Red Cross is the most widely recognized certification body for First Aid and CPR Level C across Ontario. Brampton employers including healthcare facilities, manufacturing plants, school boards, and logistics companies all accept Canadian Red Cross certificates for WSIB compliance. If your employer specifically requires Heart & Stroke certification, that option is also available through our Brampton BLS registration — use the provider chooser on the BLS course card.
Yes, the location is easily accessible. Our Brampton training facility at 83 Kennedy Rd S #1810 is located in south Brampton near the Kennedy Rd and Steeles Ave intersection, with free on-site parking. Brampton Transit routes serve the Kennedy Rd corridor. If you're pursuing an advanced career path, our EMR course in Brampton is taught at the same location — no additional travel required.
Yes. If your Canadian Red Cross First Aid or CPR Level C certificate has already expired, you can still recertify at our Brampton facility at 83 Kennedy Rd S #1810. Expired certificates are treated the same as valid ones for cpr and first aid recertification purposes — you take the recertification course and receive a new 3-year first aid certification upon successful completion. Recertification courses for CPR and First Aid focus on hands-on practice and updating participants on the latest techniques and guidelines — so you leave Brampton fully current. Level c recertification is available regularly — check the Brampton booking calendar for upcoming dates.
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Designed for healthcare professionals, nursing students, and clinical staff who need to perform CPR at a high-performance level — Basic Life Support certification in Brampton is the standard for all healthcare settings. Non-clinical roles should book the Standard First Aid & CPR course in Brampton 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 Brampton who need a current Basic Life Support card.
Basic Life Support — Brampton FAQs
Yes. Basic Life Support (BLS) is the current name for what was formerly marketed as CPR-HCP (CPR for Healthcare Providers). Both terms refer to the same healthcare training program designed for clinical providers — covering high quality chest compressions, automated external defibrillator use, appropriate ventilations using a bag valve mask, and team resuscitation in simulated clinical scenarios. If your Brampton employer requests CPR-HCP, BLS is the correct course to book at 83 Kennedy Rd S #1810.
Yes. Brampton Civic Hospital, William Osler Health System, and healthcare employers across Peel Region accept Canadian Red Cross Basic Life Support certification. Medtronic Canada and Sun Pharmaceuticals also accept CRC BLS for clinical and lab staff in Brampton. If your employer specifically requires Heart & Stroke BLS Provider certification, that option is also available through our Brampton registration — use the provider chooser buttons below.
Yes, annual renewal is required. Basic Life Support certification is valid for 1 year — significantly shorter than standard First Aid's 3-year validity — requiring annual renewal to maintain proficiency in life saving skills and updated resuscitation guidelines. BLS Renewal courses are available regularly at our Brampton training location at 83 Kennedy Rd S #1810 and take approximately 3–4 hours — students receive full certification upon successful completion rather than a skills-only extension. This is the bls recertification near me option for all Brampton healthcare professionals.
Yes. Basic Life Support is specifically designed for nursing students, paramedic students, and healthcare program enrollees at Sheridan College and other Brampton-area institutions. There are no prerequisites for initial BLS — any healthcare student can register directly. The course builds foundational skills and medical knowledge required for clinical placements, covering simulated clinical scenarios, high quality chest compressions, infant and child resuscitation, and multi-rescuer team dynamics.
No, not typically in a single back-to-back session. Basic Life Support is a 4-hour in-class course and Standard First Aid is a full-day program (7–8 hours). While both are offered at our Brampton facility at 83 Kennedy Rd S #1810, they are separate courses on separate days. Many Brampton healthcare students complete Standard First Aid & CPR first, then schedule BLS on a subsequent date.
Yes. Automated external defibrillator use is a core component of Basic Life Support training in Brampton. You will practise AED operation alongside cardiopulmonary resuscitation, bag valve mask ventilation, and multi-rescuer coordination in simulated clinical scenarios. This aed certification component is included in the standard BLS course price with no add-ons required.
Yes, a blended option is available. Canadian Red Cross BLS Blended lets you complete theory online before attending the in-class skills session at our Brampton facility. The interactive modules cover cardiac arrest recognition, resuscitation science, and protocol review at your own pace — all completed online before attending the Brampton in-class session. The in-class session then focuses entirely on hands on training, skills assessment, and applying knowledge to real life situations and real life scenarios drawn from Brampton healthcare settings. Check available Brampton BLS dates for both blended and all-in-class formats.
Yes, they serve different audiences. Basic Life Support is a healthcare-focused course for clinical settings — covering high quality chest compressions, airway management with a bag valve mask, and cardiovascular emergencies in hospital or pre-hospital environments. Standard First Aid & CPR Level C is a broader workplace course covering wound care, environmental illness, poisons, and general emergencies — suited to non-clinical Brampton employers. See our Standard First Aid & CPR page if you're unsure which applies to your role.
No, not typically. Personal Support Workers (PSWs) and most non-clinical healthcare support staff in Brampton are generally required to hold Standard First Aid & CPR Level C certification — not BLS. Basic Life Support is specifically designed for regulated clinical providers who perform cardiopulmonary resuscitation as part of their scope of practice. Confirm your specific requirement with your employer before registering. See the First Aid & CPR course in Brampton for PSW-appropriate certification options.
Yes, all BLS sessions are held at our dedicated Brampton training location — 83 Kennedy Rd S #1810, Brampton, ON L6W 3P3 — free parking is available on-site. The location is in south Brampton near the Kennedy Rd and Steeles Ave intersection, accessible by Brampton Transit. Both initial bls certification brampton and bls recertification near me courses are scheduled regularly — check the Brampton BLS booking calendar for morning and afternoon session availability.
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First Responder & EMR Courses
Looking for Professional Responder training? We offer responder courses for students pursuing careers in firefighting, policing, paramedicine, and emergency response in Brampton 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 Brampton, then add BLS certification in Brampton 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 Brampton
Advanced hands-on emergency care training beyond standard First Aid and CPR
Professional responder courses
Explore advanced certification options if your career path requires responder-level training in Brampton.
- Main coursesFR & EMR
- Duration80 hrs in-class
- UpgradesEMR Upgrade
- RenewalEMR Recert
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