How Do I Recertify My First Aid Training?

A valid first aid certificate is very important if you require it for your workplace, school program, or just want to help people in any emergency. Recertification helps to keep your training updated and ensures that you don’t forget the skills already learned. If you want to continue practicing your first aid skills confidently if someone is hurt or feeling ill, then recertification is vital.

A common question we receive is, “how do I recertify my first aid training?”

Validity of First Aid Certificates in Ontario

Canadian Red Cross First Aid Certificates are valid for 3 years, but others may expire in less. It is vital to ensure that the recertification training is completed before your certificate expires to maintain your certification. It is important to keep your first aid and CPR/AED certificate up-to-date in order to keep your job, continue a schooling program or for your own personal knowledge.

In Ontario, recertification courses are available for some training levels. These include CPR/AED Level C, Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, First Responder and Emergency Medical Responder.

Other certificates, such as CPR/AED Level A or Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, require that you register for a full training course because recertification courses are not allowed.

First Aid Recertification

Any approved first aid provider in Ontario can offer recertification courses. There are several types of courses available, depending on the type of recertification required.

Coast2Coast partners with Canadian Red Cross to offer several first aid and CPR/AED courses and recertification in over 15 locations in Ontario, including Toronto. Recertification is a very easy process. Once you have completed the course, you will receive your recertification which is valid for 3 years.  

Online Blended

CPR/AED Level C Recertification and Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification can both be done in an online blended format of the course which allows you to do the theory online and the practical training in class.

This is a great way to get your recertification because you can have access to the theory within a few hours of registering. It reduces the amount of time you spend in class and allows you to study at your own pace.

CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration: This course requires 2 hours of online and 2.5 hours of in-class training.

Recertification Requirements:  For recertification, you need proof of your valid Red Cross Certification. Your current certificate must be CPR/AED Level C or higher to be eligible. You will also need 100% attendance and a score of 75% in the test consisting of multiple choice questions.

Validity of Recertification: Once issued, the certificate is valid for 3 years.

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration: This course requires 4 hours of online and 4 hours of in-class training.

Recertification Requirement: Proof of valid Canadian Red Cross Certification from a full training course is required (your current certificate cannot be from a recertification course). You also must have 100% attendance of the course and pass the multi-choice knowledge test with a score of at least 75%.

Validity of Recertification: The recertification is valid for 3 years.

All-In-Class

This recertification course is ideal for those who wish to complete their training fully in-class. A Canadian Red Cross instructor helps you refresh your first aid skills.

CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration: This is a 4-hour course.

Recertification Requirements: You require proof of valid Canadian Red Cross Certification to participate in the course. Your current certificate must be CPR/AED Level C or higher to be eligible. Recertification requires 100% attendance of the course and that you score 75%, or more, on the multiple-choice knowledge test

Validity of Certification: Your recertification is valid for 3 years.

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration: The course takes 8 hours.

Recertification Requirements: You must already have a valid Canadian Red Cross Certification from a full training course to prove you are eligible for the recertification (current certificate cannot be from a recertification course). As with all courses, 100% attendance of the course is essential. You require a score of 75% for the multiple choice exam.

Validity of Certification: Your recertification certificate is valid for 3 years.

Conclusion

It takes just a few minutes to register for the Canadian Red Cross recertification that is valid for 3 years. Simply provide your current Canadian Red Cross certificate when you attend your training! Registration is easy: select a training location and choose the option for Recertification. We have training facilities in Toronto, Mississauga, Scarborough, London, Ottawa and more! You may also call our main office at our toll-free number: 866-291-9121.

We hope this blog answers “how do I recertify my first aid training?” If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact us. We can’t wait to see you!