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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Shalini Soosaipillai

10 hours ago

Kia was an exceptional instructor who not only made the course engaging, but also very informative. He gave us many practical tips and advices. He is a very skilled professional all around and is very knowledgeable on many topics. Thank you!

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10 hours ago

The instructor was very knowledgeable and friendly, he is a very good teacher

Avnika Garg

13 hours ago

I recently completed the Basic Life Support (BLS) course and had a great experience. The instructor Dimitrih Lavfleur was knowledgeable, clear, and made the session very engaging. The hands-on practice was especially helpful in building confidence with CPR and AED use. The course was well-organized and very relevant for healthcare professionals. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality BLS training.

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14 hours ago

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Michelle Hall

16 hours ago

Meera was thorough and pleasant to listen to. She engaged us when explaining the material throughout course and her energy was consistent.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Michelle! It's wonderful to hear that Meera made your course so engaging and that her energy was consistent throughout. We agree, she's fantastic at delivering our Red Cross certification courses in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! 🎉 – The Coast2Coast Team

Aracelis Reyes

24 hours ago

Excellent location 👏en amazing experience. Outstanding experience! The Richmond Hill location is clean, organized, and very welcoming. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and made the training engaging and easy to understand. I gained real confidence in handling emergencies after completing the Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C course. Highly recommend Coast2Coast for anyone looking for high-quality training!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Aracelis! We're so glad you had an outstanding experience at our Richmond Hill location and gained real confidence after your Standard First Aid course. It's wonderful to hear that our instructor made the training engaging and easy to understand. 💪 Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team

Avi Chauhan

1 day ago

I recently completed my Standard First Aid & CPR training in Richmond Hill, and I had an amazing experience.

A big thank you to our instructor, Edward. He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and engaging throughout the session. He explained everything clearly, made the training interactive, and ensured everyone felt confident practicing the skills.
I walked away with not only valuable life-saving knowledge, but also the confidence to actually apply it in real situations. It was a very hands-on and practical learning experience, and I genuinely learned a lot of new skills. Most recommended!!

Maria Romagnoli

1 day ago

Excellent First Aid and CPR training by Chuck. Very engaging, great teaching and practical experience and applications shared. Really enjoyed his teaching style and the class was very informative and interesting; great overall!

Ted G

1 day ago

Ali is great instructor, the course is painful to sit through but he made it a better experience.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ted G! 🙏 We're so glad to hear that Ali made your Standard First Aid course experience in North York a positive one, even with the challenging content. We agree, he's great at making the learning engaging! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

Nikki Walker

1 day ago

Selena is the best! Honestly, a very engaging and energetic teacher. I was so impressed by her delivery and how she made a loooooong course and a loooong day, that could have otherwise been boring, fun! engaging! and entertaining! and educational!!!! Thank you and I am sooo happy with all my new knowledge!!!!!

DD Patel

1 day ago

Instructor was very professional and taught us the course very well. I like the course and would recommend anyone to go for it. Don’t go for the extras that they ask you when you pay for cpr as it’s not mandatory. If you want to learn how to save a life for a family member in emergencies, go for it.

Daniel Lee

1 day ago

Response from the owner:Thanks for the great rating, Daniel Lee! ⭐ We're glad you chose Coast2Coast for your Standard First Aid in North York. We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification! Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team

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Mosh Corp

1 day ago

Mr. Kia is the best instructor I have ever see . So smart and extremely knowledgeable!!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Mosh Corp! We agree, Mr. Kia is extremely smart and knowledgeable, and we're so glad you had such a positive experience with your training in Newmarket. 💪 Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them get their Red Cross certification too! – The Coast2Coast Team

Stella Smith

1 day ago

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Giulia Passarelli

1 day ago

I had a really great time, Selina was a great instructor and she made the class engaging and fun. Thank you for a good experience!

Chynn

1 day ago

Great teacher and its been a very fun course!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Chynn! We're so glad to hear you had a very fun course and a great teacher for your First Aid training in North York. 🎉 We always aim to make learning enjoyable and effective. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

gurjot brar

1 day ago

I had best interactive session. Long class of 8 hrs was spent very well and knowledgeable. Selina Rawe was best teacher and I enjoyed the whole topics covered in class

Tanya Woods

1 day ago

Selina was amazing.ahe made the day fly by. In addition to being very fun and engaging.

arpita patel

1 day ago

I had wonderful experience while having in class session. She made class very live. She was very thorough in all content. Her humor made me remember many important points that I will never forget in my life and will use it to teach my peers as first Aiders.

Sukhan Brar

1 day ago

Krisla Knight

1 day ago

Great class, informative, explanation on point. Love open and interactive class. See you in 3 years. Great teacher Selina Rawe.

Cinevision film

1 day ago

Selina Rawe is the best instructor. It was a long class but she made it easy. She was so energetic and entertaining and able to explain everything.

Juliana Jarvis

1 day ago

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1 day ago

Selina rawe….wonderful instructor

Roaming Panjabi

1 day ago

Selina is a great Instructor, explained everything properly and in a simple way. I would Definitely recommend

Karma

1 day ago

Salina rawe is really a great instructor.

Diawa mata

1 day ago

It was a great course very informative and very hands on and Ashraf was great l recommend this course for every one

Olivia Lafleur

1 day ago

Great class

Response from the owner:Thank you, Olivia! We're so glad you found your Standard First Aid class in Ottawa to be great. We always aim to provide an excellent experience for our students. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! 💪 – The Coast2Coast Team

Ryan

1 day ago

Loves the training, it was really fun!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ryan! 🎉 It's wonderful to hear you found the training really fun! We always aim to make our Standard First Aid courses in North York engaging and informative. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team

Toby Taylor

1 day ago

I loved the CPR training, it was really fun and had a bit of a fun challenge!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Toby! 🎉 We're so glad you found the CPR training in North York both fun and a good challenge! We believe learning life-saving skills should be engaging for everyone. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

Idan rivkin

1 day ago

Very engaginf while being proffesional and can learn a lot

Response from the owner:Thank you, Idan! We're so glad you found your Standard First Aid course in North York to be engaging and that you were able to learn a lot. We really strive for that balance! 💪 If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

Gabriel Alton

1 day ago

CPR training helped so much!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Gabriel! 💪 We're so glad to hear that our CPR/AED training in North York helped you so much. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team

Tiffanie Duval

1 day ago

It was a great learning experience with a lot of learning and fun activities!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Tiffanie Duval! 🎉 We're so glad you found your Standard First Aid course in North York to be a great learning experience with fun activities. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team

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Annika O’Connor

1 day ago

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Lexi Lehman

1 day ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lexi, for the great rating! ⭐ We're glad you chose us for your Standard First Aid in North York. We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification! Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team

Ma1ac

1 day ago

We had a great time with Sharareh Meskoob! Made the course go by really fast!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ma1ac! 🎉 We're so glad Sharareh Meskoob made your Red Cross certification in North York go by quickly and enjoyably. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team

Chelsea Donahoe

1 day ago

Great! Lots of fun!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Chelsea! 🎉 We're so glad you had a great experience and found our training in North York to be 'lots of fun'! Providing engaging Standard First Aid courses is really important to us. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team

Sally Yeo

1 day ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Sally Yeo! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team

Madison Johnston

1 day ago

Jastarun Bola

1 day ago

Selina Rawe has made my experience wonderful, i had a great time throughout my class. She adds humour to the course which helps time go by really fast. 100% would recommend

Jacqueline Higinio

1 day ago

Ali was the best trainer, such a great with só much patience and carismatic person.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jacqueline! 🎉 We're so glad to hear Ali made your Red Cross certification experience in North York so positive with his patience and charismatic approach. We agree, he's a fantastic trainer! Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team

Xiaoyan Xiong

1 day ago

I honestly didn’t expect a CPR class to be this enjoyable! Ashraf made the whole experience easy to follow, engaging, and even funny at times. The way he explained things was clear and practical, which really helped build confidence instead of stress.

Time flew by, and I actually had fun while learning something so important. Highly recommend this class—especially with Ashraf as the instructor!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Xiaoyan Xiong! 🎉 We're so glad to hear that Ashraf made your CPR training in Ottawa an enjoyable and confidence-building experience. We agree, he has a wonderful way of making important topics easy to follow and engaging. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

Lyse Gahimbare

1 day ago

I enjoy the cpr class very hands on training and Ashraf is amazing instructor

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lyse! 🎉 We're so glad you found Ashraf to be an amazing instructor and that our CPR training in Ottawa was 'very hands on' for you. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

Sarah Jessica Taylor

2 days ago

Elhamy was very engaging and fun instructor! He made class interesting and despite being very thorough and covering a lot of information, it did not feel overwhelming. I feel that I have a Very strong understanding of the material not just something I memorized but something I actually learned. Thank you and see you in three years. 🤩

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sarah Jessica Taylor! 🎉 We're so glad to hear that Elhamy made your Standard First Aid class in North York so engaging and that you feel you truly learned the material, not just memorized it. We agree, he has a wonderful way of making even complex topics easy to understand. We look forward to seeing you for your recertification! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

Roshanak Ghaffari

2 days ago

Lorraine Murray

2 days ago

Our teacher Jan Gibson was amazing, Thank you Jan, learned alot and was fun learning, definitely recommend to do your first aid / CPR training here

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lorraine Murray! 🎉 We're so glad Jan Gibson made your CPR training in Newmarket both informative and fun. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team

Micheal Corbitt

2 days ago

The course was very informative and a real eye opener.
Its amazing how much wrong information we have accumulated over our own individual lives.
This was a great course to take and I am so happy I now have a much greater understanding of first aid and CPR.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Micheal! 🎉 We're so glad to hear that our training was a real eye-opener for you and helped clarify previous misconceptions about first aid and CPR. It's wonderful that you now have a much greater understanding after taking our Standard First Aid course in Richmond Hill. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team

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