First Aid and CPR/AED Instructor Transfer Course

Canadian Red Cross Instructor Development Transfer courses are designed for those who fall under one of the following categories:

1) You are a current First Aid Instructor with another recognized organization

2) You are a current Red Cross Swimming & Water Safety Instructors with certification in Standard First Aid

3) You are a teacher with an Education degree and current Standard First Aid

Candidates work with Canadian Red Cross instructional resources, and may have pre- and post-course requirements in order to become certified as a Canadian Red Cross Instructor.

All instructor courses are based on Canadian Red Cross Guidelines and participants will receive the Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for 3 years upon successful completion of the course.

Skills Checklists
In order to become an Instructor with the Canadian Red Cross, you must submit a skills evaluation prior to completing the Instructor course. There are sets of skills checklists for each program and course, available on the Instructor Network. The candidate must successfully complete all skills without coaching.

Post-Course Requirements
Meets the requirement of the co‐teach form as outlined by the Instructor Trainer

Instructor Pathways:

Ready to take the first step? Click on each toggle below to learn more about the two Instructor Pathways for our Transfer course!

Option 1: Instructors with Prior First Aid Instructing Experience

This option is for Instructor candidates who have completed an instructor course with another recognized First Aid agency. They must follow the same steps as a new instructor, minus the Discipline Specific Classroom Component (step 3).

Step 1: Evaluate Skills & Check Prerequisites

Prerequisites: you must be 18 years or older, hold a valid Canadian Red Cross certificate in the discipline you wish to teach (ex: First Aid instructors must hold a valid Standard First Aid certificate) and must have successfully performed a skills evaluation.

Step 2: Fundamentals of Instruction

Course Length: 8 hours online, 14.5 hours (2 days) in-class

Complete the Fundamentals of Instruction by finishing the online component prior to attending an in-class session. It is mandatory to complete the online component successfully as this information is applied to the in-class portion of your training.

You must attend and participate in 100% of the course.

Step 3: Discipline-Specific Classroom Component

Since you are currently an instructor with another First Aid agency, you can skip this step.

Step 4: Teaching Experience

Course Length: 30-45 minutes online, in-class time varies on participant’s competency

You must successfully complete the online component (The Teaching Experience – First Aid Programs) first. Then, complete the classroom Teaching Experience component.

3 attempts are allowed.

Step 5: Certification

Earn a digital copy of your Instructor Certification.

Valid for 3 years

Post-Course Requirements
Meets thee requirement of the co-teach form as outlined by the Instructor Trainer

Option 2: Instructors with Prior Experience as an Educator or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

The second option is for Instructor candidates who have a valid certification as a Canadian Red Cross Water Safety Instructor/Instructor Training. This option is also available for educators (elementary/secondary). They must follow the same steps as a new instructor, minus the Fundamentals of Instruction Component (step 2).

Step 1: Evaluate Skills & Check Prerequisites

Step 2: Fundamentals of Instruction

Since you already have experience as an educator or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, you can skip this step.

Step 3: Discipline-Specific Classroom Component

Course Length: 14.5 hours (2 days) in-class

Complete a discipline-specific class successfully (ex: if you wish to become a First Aid Instructor, you must complete the First Aid & CPR program discipline)

Disciplines:

First Aid & CPR
Wilderness & Remote First Aid
Professional Responder
Psychological First Aid

You must attend and participate in 100% of the course.

Step 4: Teaching Experience

Course Length: 30-45 minutes online, in-class time varies on participant’s competency

You must successfully complete the online component (The Teaching Experience – First Aid Programs) first. Then, complete the classroom Teaching Experience component.

3 attempts are allowed.

Step 5: Certification

Earn a digital copy of your Instructor Certification.

Valid for 3 years

Post-Course Requirements
Meets thee requirement of the co-teach form as outlined by the Instructor Trainer

First Aid Instructor Transfer Course Information:

Duration:	2 Days
Requirements:	Hold a valid Canadian Red Cross certificate for each requested discipline Demonstrate a positive attitude 100% attendance of the course Demonstrate knowledge of the individual approach to instructing Be able to demonstrate at any time all first aid and CPR/AED skills that are required for the course according to the Canadian Red Cross standards Be flexible and adapt to the needs of each group Be able to positively motivate and influence a group Represent the Red Cross in a professional manner
Teaching Ability:	Understand how people learn Effectively communicate information to a small group Accept and give appropriate feedback Teach and evaluate participants according to established standards Identify how to include all participants in the course
Certification:	Instructor certifications are three years in length

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Was a great instructor! Explained all the concepts in depth.

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The instructor (Mr. Adel) has a broad experience and knowledge on this course he knows what he is teaching.

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Nothing but good things to say! This course was very informative and the teacher was very instructive and helpful.

Response from the owner:Hey Nova! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Newmarket first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.

Michelle Lu

Azra taught the course sufficiently within Red Cross standards.

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Good place to learn BLS/First Aid fundamentals and get certified. My instructor Azra was very thorough with content, highly recommend

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I had a good experience at this place. Azra was amazing!!!!! Highly recommend taking her course

Response from the owner:Hey Dilla! Your review and recommendation are greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you at our Scarborough first aid training facility again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

Grace S

Azra was a great instructor

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Melina Lindor

Our instructors Maria and Pooya were amazing! My mother and I took the course together and both enjoyed it. The instructors made it fun with interactive educational games and a lot of hands on exercises.

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Being coming back for recertification past few times. Instructors are straight to the point, no wasted time.

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I was at Coast2Coast yesterday for my Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C recertification. Karisa, our instructor was amazing; clear in delivering course material and thorough in checking our practical skills. The online booking process was easy to follow; would definitely suggest coming here for any certifications!

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Azra is a good instructor, clear and detailed information.

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azra was awesome! very detailed explanations.

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Hi this is good location for CPR First Aid certificate

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Scott is a really good trainer. I have been to many First aid/CPR courses in the past with other training companies, but this one was different. Scott used real life situations and techniques that make it easier to understand the acronyms, etc. I would really recommend you have your trainings with Coast to Coast.

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Teacher was very explicit and patient.

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Rajeev is an amazing instructor, he is very informative and engaging. He definitely provides a positive learning environment.

Response from the owner:Kate, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Brampton first aid and CPR training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

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Just completed the Standard First Aid & CPR course at Coast2Coast today, and Walaa was an absolutely phenomenal instructor! She made the complex material easy to understand and kept everyone engaged throughout the day. Her teaching style is clear, practical, and truly builds confidence. Highly recommend this course with Walaa!

Response from the owner:Moustafa, thanks for leaving your fantastic review and recommendation! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable Standard First Aid and CPR course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you at our Mississauga first aid and CPR training facility again for recertification. Stay safe!

Greechien Cortado

Walaa’s teaching was clear, practical, and engaging throughout the course. You explained potentially complex topics in an easy-to-understand way and ensured we felt confident in our abilities by the end of the training.

I especially appreciated the hands-on demonstrations and real-life scenarios you incorporated into the training

Response from the owner:Hey Greechien! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety course at our Mississauga first aid CPR training facility! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

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ANMOL GREWAL

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Abigail Clarke

Instructor was very thorough and very helpful and kind.

Response from the owner:Hi Abigail! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Mississauga CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.

Ian T

The class is enjoyable. The instructor Walaa was very helpful and knowledgable.

Response from the owner:Ian, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Mississauga first aid and CPR training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

Simran

Response from the owner:Simran, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Brampton first aid training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

shani

Anne Kautner was an amazing CPR instructor! She was super knowledgeable, friendly, and made the class fun and interactive. I loved how she shared personal stories and also took the time to listen to ours, making the material feel real and memorable. I originally just wanted to pass the course, but Anne truly opened my eyes to how powerful and important first aid is. Highly recommend her!

Response from the owner:Shani, thanks for leaving your fantastic review and recommendation! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Newmarket CPR training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

Shelly-Ann Creary

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Ilona

I recently completed the Standard First Aid + CPR C course with instructor Rajeev K, and I can’t recommend it enough. Rajeev is incredibly knowledgeable and brought a wealth of real-life experience and examples to the training, which made the content not only more engaging but also relevant. He made a full 9–5 day feel light and enjoyable with his positive attitude, great sense of humour, and clear passion for teaching.

The room we trained in was spacious and comfortable, which helped us stay focused throughout the day. We used excellent practice materials, everything we needed to get hands-on and properly learn the techniques.

Rajeev kept the whole class engaged and created an open, welcoming environment where everyone felt comfortable asking questions and participating. He was incredibly thorough during the practical portions and made sure each of us had the chance to get the techniques right. His ability to connect with the class and explain things clearly stood out.

Both my friend and I left the course feeling confident in our ability to handle real-life situations requiring first aid and CPR, and that’s all thanks to Rajeev’s outstanding instruction & the Coast2Coast course set up.

The online component we completed before the in person training was great and comprehensive, and you have access to the full guide to follow along and keep for reference. If you’re looking for a course that’s informative & engaging, this is the one to take.

Thank you Rajeev & Coast2Coast!

Response from the owner:Ilona, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you and your friend had an enjoyable course with us at our Kitchener first aid and CPR training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! We’re so glad that Rajeev made your training welcoming and comfortable and that you learned so many valuable life-saving skills! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

ItsAabha

I had the pleasure of taking a First Aid & CPR course with Coast2Coast, and Instructor Ali truly stood out. His teaching skills are exceptional—he explained complex concepts in a clear, easy-to-understand way and adapted his approach to suit different learning styles in the group. Ali was not only knowledgeable, but also incredibly organized and professional. He created a learning environment that was both thorough and supportive, helping us build real confidence in our abilities. It’s rare to find an instructor so skilled and dedicated. Highly recommend taking a course with him!

Response from the owner:Hi Aabha! Your review and recommendation are greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety course with us at our North York first aid and CPR training facility! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in 3 years for recertification. Stay safe!

Ashmita Tamang

I recently completed a First Aid & CPR course with Coast2Coast First Aid, and I have to say, Instructor Ali was outstanding. He was incredibly helpful, knowledgeable, and patient throughout the entire session. Ali took the time to make sure everyone understood the material, answered all of our questions clearly, and created a comfortable learning environment. His real-world examples made the training both practical and engaging. I left the course feeling confident and well-prepared, thanks to his excellent instruction. Highly recommend both the course and Instructor Ali!
Hope to see you in Nepal .

Response from the owner:Hi Ashmita! We strive to offer the best training experience possible, and that is why your review is very important to us! We’re so glad we were able to train you at our North York first aid and CPR training facility, someone who could potentially save a life in the future. Thanks for your recommendation and for choosing Coast2Coast to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!

Alysia Sachs

Rajeev was an amazing instructor ! I would highly recommend taking this First Aid course !

Response from the owner:Hi Alysia! Thank you so much for your lovely review and recommendation. We’re absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Rajeev as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you at our Kitchener first aid training facility soon for your next course. Stay safe!

Simranpreet Kaur

It was electrifying experience at my in person class. My instructor was Rajeev. He is so knowledgeable as well as have really good way of teaching and hands on experience for training. I enjoyed the class time and gained valuable skills .

Response from the owner:Hey Simranpreet! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent course with us at our Kitchener first aid and CPR training facility. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.

Shreya Sharma

I was there for my first aid and cPR -c license. Rajeev sir helped us alot to gain each and every knowledge about the information. Highly recommended. He has very strong knowledge skills. Thankyou so much sir for your help.

Response from the owner:Shreya, thanks for leaving your fantastic review and recommendation! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable course with us at our Kitchener first aid and CPR training facility. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

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