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CPR/AED & First Aid Workshops
First Aid, CPR & Life-Saving Skills for Everyday Life — No Certification Required
If you don’t need a WSIB approved or OHS approved First Aid & CPR/AED certificate but still want life-saving skills, a workshop is perfect for you. If your workplace requires a Canadian Red Cross approved First Aid training certificate, choose a certification course instead. Our workshops are shorter, more affordable, and open to anyone — no workplace requirement necessary.
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Why Take a Workshop
Built for Real Life, Not Red Tape
Workshops give you practical, hands-on skills without the time or cost of a full first aid and CPR training course.
Great Savings
Workshops cost less than a full first aid course or CPR courses.Short & Convenient
Most workshops are done in about 3 hours per scheduled class.Learn General Knowledge
Skills your whole family can use in everyday life.Participation Certificate
Every workshop, including ones for new parents, includes a certificate of participation. *Not a WSIB or OHS approved certification — see comparison below.Our Workshops
CPR Training Workshops
Three ways to build real, life-saving skills for new parents, families, and groups who want flexibility.
Know Your Baby Workshop (New Parents)
Built for new parents and expecting families who want a hands-on grounding in day-to-day infant care and how to respond to common emergencies.
Baby Emergency Preparedness Workshop (Child CPR)
A focused session on the emergencies new parents worry about most — including warning signs of choking and allergic reactions, plus an introduction to AED use.
Build Your Own Workshop
Perfect for community groups, workplaces, and families who want to pick the exact topics that matter to them — from a quick refresher to a full first aid and CPR training session. Mix and match from the list below, and our team will help you build the right agenda.
Know Before You Book
Workshop or Canadian Red Cross Approved First Aid Training?
Both are valuable — they just serve different needs, so you can pick the right one. Our certification programs — a fully certified first aid course — include Standard First Aid (the CSA Z1210:24 Intermediate level), Emergency First Aid (the CSA Z1210:24), CPR Level C, and BLS.
| Format | What You Get | Certificate Type | WSIB / OHS Compliant? |
|---|---|---|---|
| First Aid Workshop | A shorter session focused on general knowledge — no formal skills assessment | Participation certificate | Not a certification |
| Certification Course (Standard/Emergency First Aid, CPR/AED, BLS) | Full curriculum plus a hands-on skills assessment with an instructor | Canadian Red Cross certificate, valid 3 years | WSIB / OHS compliant |
Every second counts. According to the Heart and Stroke Foundation, immediate CPR can double or triple a person’s chance of surviving cardiac arrest, and combined with early AED use, survival rates can exceed 70%. That’s the skill every workshop teaches.
Why Coast2Coast
Trusted Across Canada
From new parents to healthcare teams, Canadians choose Coast2Coast for First Aid and CPR training.
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National training provider, 2025
12 Years
Canadian Red Cross training partner
35+
Training facilities nationwide
What Participants Say
Real Google Reviews
New parents, caregivers, and community groups share what they learned in a Coast2Coast first aid and CPR class.
“I actually really enjoyed it. I finally feel confident enough to potentially save a life one day. Happy I went. Instructors were great and made it a positive experience.”
Charity Moncrieff
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“I had a great experience taking the Child Care First Aid class with Amandeep Kaur as the instructor. She was knowledgeable, patient, and explained everything in a clear and easy-to-understand way.”
farnia saba
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“Best experience with Amandeep Kaur. I really like her way of teaching, would recommend everyone.”
Amandeep Kaur
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Common Questions
First Aid and CPR FAQs
Is a First Aid workshop the same as a WSIB approved certification course?
No. A workshop is a shorter, lower-cost way to build hands-on skills and earn a participation certificate. It does not meet WSIB or OHS requirements — for that, you need a first aid course such as Standard First Aid (CSA Z1210:24 Intermediate level), Emergency First Aid (CSA Z1210:24 Basic level), CPR/AED, or BLS.
Will I receive a certificate after completing a workshop?
Yes. You’ll receive a participation certificate for the skills covered — not a Canadian Red Cross certification, and not proof of WSIB or OHS compliance.
Who should take a First Aid workshop instead of a certification course?
Workshops suit anyone who wants practical, real-life skills without a workplace requirement to meet — such as new parents, expecting families, grandparents, and caregivers. If your employer or role requires a WSIB or OHS approved certificate, choose a certification course instead.
Can I book a private or custom workshop for my group?
Yes. Our Build Your Own Workshop lets groups, workplaces, and families choose the topics that matter most, from CPR/AED to choking to bleeding control. Submit an inquiry and we’ll help build the right agenda.
How long does a First Aid workshop take?
Most of our set workshops, like Know Your Baby and Baby Emergency Preparedness, run about 3 hours per class. A Build Your Own Workshop can run shorter or longer depending on how many topics your group selects.
Can I take a workshop instead of a full certification class?
Yes. Workshops are a lower-cost alternative to a full first aid and CPR training class, open to new parents, families, and groups without a workplace requirement. For a WSIB or OHS certificate, choose our full CPR courses instead.
Questions First?
Not Sure Which Workshop Is Right for You?
Our team can help you choose the right workshop, or point you to a first aid and CPR training class.
Ready to Learn Life-Saving Skills?
Join a workshop today, or book a full first aid and CPR training class when you’re ready to get certified.