First Responder
(FR)Training
Program

First Responder

Duration

40 hours teaching time
4-day training

Course Content

Requirements

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for 3 years will be issued

First Responder Recert

Duration

20 hours teaching time
2-day training

Course Content

Requirements

Proof of valid First Responder Canadian Red Cross Certification

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for 3 years will be issued.

First Responder

Duration

40 hours teaching time
4-day training

Course Content

Requirements

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Why Choose Coast2Coast for EMR & FR Training?

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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.

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High Equipment to Participant Ratio

Increase your hands-on training with enough equipment for all students!

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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.

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Flexible Training Locations

Choose from courses all across Ontario unlike any other training provider!

Recent Awards and Recognition

Our advanced professional responder courses have been designed to teach life-saving skills to current first responders or those interested in becoming a first responder under Canadian Red Cross guidelines. First Responder training is an intensive course which helps build teamwork and life-support skills in a challenging environment.

First responders are viewed as heroes of their communities by Canadian citizens and all of us at Coast2Coast which is why we strive to provide the best training possible. As a leading provider of Canadian Red Cross training courses, it is our duty to teach courses with highly experienced instructors who use top-notch training equipment.

The First Responder Course covers a variety of topics including Shock, Head and Spinal Injuries, Circulation Emergencies, workplace legislation and more. Courses will include scenario-based training, preparing students for emergencies they may face while on the job. Full course content may be found below in our First Responder course description. Build confidence in your life-saving skills and choose Coast2Coast for your next First Responder training!

Hear From Our Students!

Video Testimonial Compilation

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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Emergency Medical Responder training courses are meant for those who provide medical care and transportation of a patient to the proper facility.

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Testimonial

Eric Clarke
1 day ago
Andrea was amazing! She was very informative and entertaining, a pure natural with training. If not for her, this probably would have been a lot more boring and tiresome. I would recommend anyone in the area to attend for her alone.
Manmeet Kaur
1 day ago
Class was fun, I think any instructor than Elhamy , would have taught us better. He made the class fun and enjoyable. It was great experience
AVNEET KAUR
1 day ago
I attended my Blended Standard First Aid and CPR-C. Ms. Saika Rafique is a truly talented instructor. She helped with each and every chapter and techniques very well. I learnt the core concepts in a very playful manner
enoch chiu
1 day ago
Saika Rafique Good
Taylor Arnold
1 day ago
Did a full day course with Saika Rafique, feel very prepared! She’s very funny and makes the lesson enjoyable!
Paufer
1 day ago
Eunyoung Kim
1 day ago
Thank you.
Grace Lee
1 day ago
Ali sekhavati , was my instructor , very knowledgeable, clear in communication, taught so well I passed my test! Thank you
Charlotte Stevenson
1 day ago
Ezz was such a great instructor. Super funny and I learned a lot. Great experience.
Yaritzy L.Gómez
1 day ago
we had a training with excellent communication, very helpful, love the class
Merari Mo Po
1 day ago
Is amazing! The instructor explained very well and clearly. Is you have any questions he helps and explain more. Thank you
Kriezl Punzalan
1 day ago
Kia from Coast2Coast was an excellent instructor for our Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training. He explained everything in a clear, detailed, and easy-to-understand way, making even the more complex parts of the course simple to follow. He was very patient and supportive throughout the sessions, always making sure everyone was comfortable and confident before moving on. The hands-on demonstrations were well guided, and he gave helpful feedback that made us improve our skills. We really enjoyed the whole training experience. Kia created a positive and engaging learning environment, and we left the course feeling well-prepared and confident in our first aid and CPR skills.
Tara M
1 day ago
Ezz is a great instructor who keeps you engaged with humour and realistic demonstrations.
Samiya Khan
1 day ago
Ali was an amazing and encouraging instructor. He is very helpful and clearly knowledgeable. Thank you! Would recommend!
Grace Riddell
1 day ago
Ali was fantastic!
Phoebe Karkanis
1 day ago
Ali was a great instructor!
Mafouo Tcheutsop brussel
1 day ago
Ashraf was an excellent instructor. Very professional, patient, and easy to understand. He explained the First Aid and CPR techniques clearly and made the class interactive and enjoyable. I learned a lot and felt comfortable asking questions during the training. I highly recommend him to anyone taking First Aid/CPR courses.
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Max Borcuti
2 days ago
Ali was a great instructor
Ab Ea
2 days ago
Instructor Ashraf was very energetic. Course was engaging and interactive!!
snehal chavda
2 days ago
AZRA was an excellent BLS instructor. The training was very clear, interactive, and easy to understand. She explained every step patiently and made the class comfortable and engaging. I really enjoyed the session and learned a lot. Highly recommended for BLS training
Alham Khan
2 days ago
Miss AZRA was amazing today with my BLS training 🥰
Chloe Vincent
2 days ago
Joyal was a great instructor! Very friendly and thorough! Thank you
Rosemary Nkansah
2 days ago
Ashraf is a really good instructor. Thank you.
Response from the owner: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 training course with us. 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 acquired at Coast2Coast Ottawa facility. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Ange Shekina
2 days ago
jeanne Kati
2 days ago
Great teacher
leah watkin
2 days ago
Selina was awesome. I would recommend taking a class with her. She made the content relatable to daily life. I’ve taken these classes before but this was the first time I’ve had fun.
Nana
2 days ago
Thank you Selina, very good and experienced coach!
Felix Borchert
2 days ago
Thank you very much for the great First aid course. Mohamed Ezz did an incredible job. The amount of humour care and humanity put into the course was greatly appreciated. It was no way boring and I had a great time doing my first aid this time. See you in three years
Shaughna B
2 days ago
Excellent, friendly, funny, and knowledgeable instructor Selina Rawe made the day long first aid class breeze by.
Connor Wilkinson
2 days ago
I had the privilege of learning under Selina Rawe, she effectively covered the entire course without rushing or dragging, and it was super fun while covering the entire course!!!!!
Krista Almashni
2 days ago
Samruddhi Trivedi
2 days ago
Joyel is a best instructor for the first aid and cpr course
Emma Dhanjal
2 days ago
Thank you Tracy!
Gabia Harris
2 days ago
My instructor was Selina Rawe and she made what I thought would be a long mundane experience, incredibly fun and interactive! She was so funny throughout the session, cracking up jokes while also delivering incredibly in depth information regarding emergency first aid and cpr. Totally recommend and I passed if you were wondering!
Abayomi Odekunle
2 days ago
Joyal was a great instructor.
Amanda Ruiz
2 days ago
Amazing experience. The facilitator named Ife was really professional and a great leader. The course was thorough and interactive. This course definitely leaves you confident to provide CPR and first aid. Would recommend.
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Anup Uppal
2 days ago
I had a really great experience taking this course. Aryan was an incredibly kind, motivating, and supportive instructor who made the learning environment feel very comfortable and welcoming. He explained everything clearly, encouraged participation, and made the course genuinely enjoyable. I would highly recommend taking a course with him!
Maliyk Bowers
3 days ago
Joyal was great!
로지rosieee
3 days ago
Perfect opportunity to learn cpr 🙂
Miguel Clement
3 days ago
Ashrae is awesome! Good classes
Liz
3 days ago
Perfect lecture!!! Highly recommend:)
Noemi Clement
3 days ago
Diora
3 days ago
I Had my recertification with instructor Ashraf at the downtown location. He was amazing and efficient. I recommend him 100% and will come back again.
Felix Tran
3 days ago
Ali S. was an amazing instructor. Would recommend for any student or provider requiring certification/recertification.
Amy Kim
3 days ago
Gosselin Cooney
3 days ago
Ashraf has taught me BLS 2 times and he is funny, fair, and a great teacher. I will book again next year 🙂
Gillian Faykos
3 days ago
Bei Di Liu
3 days ago
My second time doing BLS with Ashraf! He is an amazing instructor and makes the course fun and educational 🙂
Addison Smith
3 days ago
Excellent experience receiving my BLS certificate! Ashraf is an incredible instructor. Thank you!
Raquel Santos
3 days ago
great experience, learned a lot
first responder training courses

First Responder (FR) Training Courses

First Responder courses with Coast2Coast First Aid and CPR/AED are taught by highly trained Canadian Red Cross instructors who have personal experiences in the first responder field. We view first responders as heroes of our community which is why we aim to provide the best training for our students. Practice real scenarios in a controlled environment and build new or existing skills.

Private Training – First Responder Courses

If you have a group of eight or more participants, you are eligible to receive private training at a facility of your choice. This means that one of our Canadian Red Cross certified instructors will come to you to teach your First Responder training course. Our private training courses include many great benefits such as:

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Top Training Equipment and Supplies

Our courses utilize high quality, up-to-date training equipment to ensure students receive the best experience possible. It’s important that our students learn first aid and CPR skills with the latest equipment as technology is always changing. Register today to earn your First Responder training certificate!

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 25 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.