Emergency
Medical Responder
(EMR) Program
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Course Content
- The Professional Responder
- Assessment
- Responding to the Call
- Shock
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Poisoning
- Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies
- Circulatory Emergencies
- Workplace
- Hemorrhage and Soft Tissue Trauma
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Pharmacology
- Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries
- Head and Spinal Injuries
- Acute and Chronic Illnesses
- Environmental Illnesses
- Transportation
- Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery
- Crisis Intervention
- Special Populations
- Reaching, Lifting and Extricating Patients
- Multiple-Casualty Incidents
- Marine Environment
Requirements
Must be certified in Standard First Aid & CPR-C
100% attendance of the course
75% score on the multiple choice knowledge test
Successful demonstration of required skills
Successfully complete minimum of two practical scenarios (one medical, one trauma)
Certification
Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years
Emergency Medical Responder Upgrade
Course Content
- The Professional Responder
- Assessment
- Responding to the Call
- Shock
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Poisoning
- Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies
- Circulatory Emergencies
- Workplace
- Hemorrhage and Soft Tissue Trauma
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Pharmacology
- Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries
- Head and Spinal Injuries
- Acute and Chronic Illnesses
- Environmental Illnesses
- Transportation
- Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery
- Crisis Intervention
- Special Populations
- Reaching, Lifting and Extricating Patients
- Multiple-Casualty Incidents
- Marine Environment
Requirements
Proof of valid First Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate
100% attendance of the course
75% score on the multiple choice knowledge test
Successful demonstration of required skills
Successfully complete minimum of two practical scenarios (one medical, one trauma)
Certification
Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years
Emergency Medical Responder Recert
Course Content
- The Professional Responder
- Assessment
- Responding to the Call
- Shock
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Poisoning
- Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies
- Circulatory Emergencies
- Workplace
- Hemorrhage and Soft Tissue Trauma
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Pharmacology
- Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries
- Head and Spinal Injuries
- Acute and Chronic Illnesses
- Environmental Illnesses
- Transportation
- Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery
- Crisis Intervention
- Special Populations
- Reaching, Lifting and Extricating Patients
- Multiple-Casualty Incidents
- Marine Environment
Requirements
Proof of valid Emergency Medical Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate
100% attendance of the course
75% score on the multiple choice knowledge test
Successful demonstration of required skills
Successfully complete minimum of two practical scenarios (one medical, one trauma)
Certification
Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years
Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)
Course Content
- The Professional Responder
- Assessment
- Responding to the Call
- Shock
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Poisoning
- Airway Management and Respiratory Emergencies
- Circulatory Emergencies
- Workplace
- Hemorrhage and Soft Tissue Trauma
- Musculoskeletal Injuries
- Pharmacology
- Chest, Abdominal and Pelvic Injuries
- Head and Spinal Injuries
- Acute and Chronic Illnesses
- Environmental Illnesses
- Transportation
- Pregnancy, Labour and Delivery
- Crisis Intervention
- Special Populations
- Reaching, Lifting and Extricating Patients
- Multiple-Casualty Incidents
- Marine Environment
Requirements
Must be certified in Standard First Aid & CPR-C
100% attendance of the course
75% score on the multiple choice knowledge test
Successful demonstration of required skills
Successfully complete minimum of two practical scenarios (one medical, one trauma)
Certification
Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years
Why Choose Coast2Coast for EMR & FR Training?
Experienced Instructors
Train under instructors who have a substantial background in First Responder roles (paramedics, field medics, etc.) with up to 20 years of experience.
Practice Skills with High-quality Equipment
Practice rescue and resuscitation skills with high-quality training equipment.
High Equipment to Participant Ratio
High equipment to participant ratio to increase your hands-on training.
Free Skills Practice Offer
Upon successful completion of your FR/EMR course, you will gain the unique opportunity to attend future EMR courses, at no extra cost, to practice your life-saving skills (if you wish to earn a valid certificate, you must register and pay for the course).
Priority Event Job Application
Coast2Coast often offers work and volunteer opportunities – earn priority when we are hiring/working events.
Flexible Training Locations
Opportunity to complete your course at various locations in Ontario from Ottawa to Toronto to London.
Why Choose Coast2Coast for EMR & FR Training?
Experienced Instructors
Learn from Professional and Experienced Training staff who have an extensive background in the field.
Practice Skills with High-quality Equipment
Practice the skills of rescue and resuscitation using the best equipment available in the industry.
High Equipment to Participant Ratio
Increase your hands-on training with enough equipment for all students!
Free Skills Practice Offer
Unique and Unlimited “Practice-Your-Skills Pass” for all of our graduates – Upon passing the training, you may choose to attend our future EMR courses (for free) to practice your skills and keep yourself current (if you wish to earn a valid certificate, you must register and pay for the course).
Priority Event Job Application
Front of the line when it comes to applying for our Event Coverage Service positions.
Flexible Training Locations
Choose from courses all across Ontario unlike any other training provider!
Recent Awards and Recognition
Coast2Coast offers Pre-Hospital Care courses and training to First Responders, and those providing care in a pre-hospital setting. All of our training is based on the Canadian Red Cross guidelines. Team approaches to professional life-support skills are offered in courses that meet the needs of emergency medical services (EMS) personnel.
These courses cover a variety of topics from basic (circulation and breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission), to advanced (sudden medical emergencies and injuries to the head and/or spine), including instruction dedicated to understanding workplace legislation and responsibilities.
Hear From Our Students!
Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics is committed to providing community-oriented programs that empower individuals with essential life-saving skills. Our aim is to ensure that every participant in our classes and courses gains the necessary techniques to confidently respond to various emergencies. While we sincerely hope that such situations never arise, we are prepared to respond promptly and effectively when needed. Our facilities across Canada are equipped with state-of-the-art First Aid and CPR equipment and supplies. Explore our range of Canadian Red Cross programs or reach out to us for guidance in selecting the course that suits your needs and circumstances best.
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In addition to Emergency Medical Responder training, Coast2Coast provides First Responder training courses. This training is only four days and teaches students how to provide initial care to emergent patients.
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Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Training Courses
The Emergency Medical Responder course is our highest level of First Aid and CPR/AED training. This is an eight day intensive course that includes theory and practical training for first responders. Students will be required to practice many different scenarios they may face in the real world in order to improve their life saving and patient assessment skills. Register for an Emergency Medical Responder training course and learn how to care for patients as a first responder!
Best Training Equipment and Instructors
The courses at Coast2Coast First Aid and CPR/AED are taught by highly experienced Canadian Red Cross instructors who always use the latest, state of the art equipment to ensure an optimal learning experience. It is important that our students learn their skills with new equipment as technology is always changing. First responders are the heroes of their communities which is why it is so important for us to provide them with the best tools possible to succeed in their training.
Private Training – Emergency Medical Responder Courses
For those who have a group of eight participants or more, you are welcome to enroll in a private training course with us! This means you have the option of attending your private course at one of our facilities or you can have one of our experienced instructors come to a location of your choice to teach your Emergency Medical Responder training course. Private training courses include benefits such as:
- Discounts on course pricing
- Centralized billing and reporting
- Easy management
- WSIB approved
- Canadian Red Cross Certificate, valid for 3 years
Best Training Equipment and Instructors
The courses at Coast2Coast First Aid and CPR/AED are taught by highly experienced Canadian Red Cross instructors who always use the latest, state of the art equipment to ensure an optimal learning experience. It is important that our students learn their skills with new equipment as technology is always changing. First responders are the heroes of their communities which is why it is so important for us to provide them with the best tools possible to succeed in their training.
Our First Aid & CPR Training Facilities in Canada
Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics provides WSIB-approved and OHS-approved First Aid, CPR, EMR, Youth training courses and more in over 23 locations in Canada! We pride ourselves on providing the best training experience possible, ensuring our students leave their course feeling confident in their life-saving skills.