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.

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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).

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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!

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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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Testimonial

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Christine Guay
3 hours ago
Great training. Small class. Very thorough and welcoming.
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petra patasi
15 hours ago
Maria was an excellent instructor! She made the First Aid course engaging, interactive, and easy to follow. She explained each topic clearly, encouraged questions, and created a comfortable learning environment. The hands-on practice and real-life scenarios helped build my confidence in applying first aid skills. Her enthusiasm and supportive teaching style made the course both enjoyable and informative!
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Leann Davis
16 hours ago
Dimitrih was an excellent instructor. Had a great day
Response from the owner:Hi Leann! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Rajeev as your instructor at Coast2Coast Brampton location. 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 soon for your next training. Stay safe!
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Pierre Riccardo
17 hours ago
I was a little worried at first of the way the training would proceed , but my trainer Maria Mcguiness was very professional and knew how to make us feel comfortable and she knew her stuff ...I sincerely would take the class again if it was only for her. The training was easy to understand and she was available to assist.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Pierre! 🎉 We're so glad Maria Mcguiness was able to put your worries to rest and make the training feel comfortable and easy to understand. She really does know her stuff, and we're proud to have her leading our Standard First Aid courses in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Oyinkansola Sorinmade
21 hours ago
Hi guys my name is Abigael and it was my first time doing the BLS certification for my nursing program. My instructor was Rasha and she was SO amazing, I really learned a lot in that class there was such a great vibe! I was so nervous but she really explained everything well and made it all so easy to understand. Overall 10/10 experience I would totally recommend this to everyone looking to get their BLS certification!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Abigael! 🎉 We agree, Rasha is wonderful at easing nerves and making the BLS Provider course in Brampton so easy to understand. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Lmia Mursal
23 hours ago
I just did my Red Cross CPR-C + AED renewal, and it was exactly what I needed. The instructor, Nida Farooque, made everything clear and didn’t just rush through. We practiced adult, child, and infant CPR multiple times until we were confident. The AED trainer was exactly like the real one. I highly recommend it to anyone in healthcare, nursing, or PSW who needs yearly renewal. Fast and professional.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Lmia! 🎉 We agree that Nida Farooque is excellent at making sure everyone gets enough hands-on practice to feel fully confident. We are glad you had such a fast and professional experience earning your Red Cross certification in Mississauga. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Robert Wheeler
2 days ago
Dimitrih was the best instructor!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Robert! 🎉 We agree that Dimitrih is an amazing instructor who makes CPR/AED training both engaging and easy to learn. We are so glad you had a great experience with us in Brampton. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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石田愛結
2 days ago
英語で少し不安でしたが講師の先生がとても優しく、私が分からない顔していると日本語訳して下さり本当に感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです。講習内容もとてもわかりやすく説明して下さりました。
Response from the owner:Thank you, 石田愛結! 🙏 We are so glad our instructor helped make you feel comfortable and took the extra time to translate and explain the course content clearly. It is great to hear you had a positive experience earning your Red Cross certification in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Jeena James
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Jeena! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in Mississauga for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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buuh Ali
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, buuh Ali! ⭐ We hope to see you back in Edmonton for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Israel Ríos Rodriguez
2 days ago
I enjoyed the training course by Mr. Ali, really dynamic class I enjoyed and he made this 8 hrs pass so Quick !
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Response from the owner:Thank you, Israel! 🎉 We agree that Mr. Ali is wonderful at keeping the class dynamic and making the hours fly by during your Red Cross certification training in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Akinbayo Owolabi
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Akinbayo! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Sukhjot Kaur
2 days ago
Hi my name is Sukhjot!! This is gonna be a bit of long review as there is lot to say about Mr Ali who was our instructor..What a human he iss!!!! Explained everything in so much detail without getting exhausted and answered all questions so patiently. Made sure we were ready for the test with all the knowledge he could give, loved his saying” I don’t care if you pass or fail as long as you have knowledge helping others when you leave from here “. Amazing human, very generous, very kind. Such people leave a memory and impact in your mind and heart for whole life. I could recognize him from thousands of people crowd whenever I will see him, If you are reading this Mr Ali, thank you.❤️
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sukhjot! ❤️ We agree, Mr Ali is an amazing instructor who truly cares about his students gaining real-world skills. We are so glad his patient teaching style made your Standard First Aid training in North York so memorable. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Padina Nejad
2 days ago
I had a class with Ali Sekhavati, he was amazing. The class was not borong and I enjoyed whole class and learned a lot.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Padina! 🎉 We agree, Ali Sekhavati is fantastic at keeping his classes engaging and far from boring. We are so glad you enjoyed earning your Red Cross certification with us in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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febbie angela
2 days ago
Ali is a great teacher!! He is professional and provides great expertise in the course. He is very kind, funny and helps whenever you have questions. I really recommend him if you have to do your CPR/First aid certification 😊
Response from the owner:Thank you, febbie angela! 🎉 We agree that Ali is a wonderful instructor who brings great expertise and humor to his classes in North York. We are so glad he was able to answer all your questions during your Standard First Aid course. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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georgia makedonas
2 days ago
My experience was great!! Ali was a great instructor and I feel very confident that if an emergency every occurred I would be able to help accordingly!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Georgia! 💪 We agree that Ali is a fantastic instructor who is excellent at building confidence for real-world emergencies. We are glad you had such a great experience during your CPR/AED training in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Daniel Yebio
2 days ago
Ali is the goat
Response from the owner:Thank you, Daniel! 🎉 We agree, Ali is the goat and does an amazing job with Red Cross certification training here in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Aidan Gideon
2 days ago
Ali was fantastic. Great instructor! Thank you!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Aidan! 🎉 We agree that Ali is a fantastic instructor who keeps everyone engaged. We're glad you had a great experience completing your CPR/AED training in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Toyosi Ogunbanwo
2 days ago
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Rachel Ta
2 days ago
I just recently went here to receive my bls certificate and I had a great time, my instructor Andrea was very kind and welcoming. I would definitely come again next year!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rachel! 🎉 We agree, Andrea is wonderful at making everyone feel welcome. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your BLS Provider certificate with us in Hamilton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Sabah M yusuf
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sabah! ⭐ We hope to see you in North York for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Daysha
3 days ago
I had a great experience completing my BLS training at Coast2Coast First Aid's Hamilton location. The instructor was knowledgeable, engaging, and explained everything clearly while making the class interactive and easy to follow. The hands-on practice helped me feel confident using the skills I learned, and the training environment was welcoming and well organized. I would definitely recommend Coast2Coast First Aid to anyone looking for professional, high-quality BLS training.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Daysha! 💪 We're so glad the hands-on practice during your BLS Provider course in Hamilton helped you feel confident in your skills. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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King Sol
3 days ago
Ali was amazing, professional and knowledgeable instructor.
Response from the owner:Thank you, King Sol! 🎉 We agree that Ali is an amazing and professional instructor who brings so much knowledge to the classroom. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Scarborough. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
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Muhammad Tariq
3 days ago
Nice teacher nice place for studying and practical.
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Mehak kaur
3 days ago
the instructor Ali is awesome. u really learn a lot
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mehak! 🎉 We agree that Ali is awesome and does a fantastic job of helping everyone learn a lot during their CPR/AED training in Scarborough. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
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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.