First Aid Course, BLS & CPR Training in Markham
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Choose Your Coast2Coast First Aid CPR Markham Course
Find the right Canadian Red Cross first aid and CPR course in Markham — WSIB approved Standard First Aid and CPR Level C training meets compliance requirements for workplaces, Seneca College students, Markham Stouffville Hospital support staff, and York Region employers across all industries, while Basic Life Support (BLS) starts at for nurses and healthcare professionals, and the Emergency Medical Responder program for those pursuing firefighting or paramedic careers. All courses use the blended learning model — complete theory online, then attend skills day at our Markham facility — with automated external defibrillator hands-on practice included. Certificates issued within 48 hours and 100+ course dates every week.
Best for workplaces, childcare, teachers, fitness staff, security, and general WSIB approved certification requirements across Markham and York Region. Healthcare staff typically need BLS certification in Markham instead.
- WSIB approved training for Ontario workplace compliance
- Hands-on skills testing with automated external defibrillator
- Flexible blended and in-person formats
- Certificate issued within 48 hours of completion
- Free skills practice retake within 90 days
Who is this for? Workplaces requiring WSIB approved certification, daycare and childcare workers, PSWs, security guards, teachers, fitness staff, university and college students, and anyone needing a recognized Canadian Red Cross certification card.
First Aid & CPR — Markham FAQs
Yes, both are commonly required in Markham. Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is generally required for PSWs and security guards, while Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is required for most healthcare, childcare, and educational roles. Standard First Aid is what most Markham Stouffville Hospital support staff and York Region District School Board staff need to meet WSIB compliance. If unsure, check with your employer before registering at 22 Esna Park Drive.
Yes. All First Aid and CPR/AED courses at our Markham facilities at 22 Esna Park Drive and 28 South Unionville Ave are WSIB approved under Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act. Our Canadian Red Cross certificates are recognized by all Ontario employers and school boards as meeting provincial workplace safety requirements.
Yes. All First Aid and CPR courses at our Markham locations include hands-on training with an automated external defibrillator. Students practice AED use on training mannequins and learn to recognize and respond to sudden cardiac arrest in adults, children, and infants. AED training is required to earn CPR/AED Level C certification. Need healthcare-grade AED training? See our BLS certification in Markham.
Yes, Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C certificates earned in Markham are valid for 3 years. CPR/AED Level C Recertification is available at 22 Esna Park Drive or 28 South Unionville Ave once your certificate is within 90 days of expiry or has recently lapsed. BLS certification requires annual renewal. Keep track of your expiry date to avoid needing the full blended course.
Yes. Our Markham First Aid and CPR courses use a blended learning format — complete the online theory module at home, then attend the in-class skills session at 22 Esna Park Drive or 28 South Unionville Ave. Access to the online training is emailed within 24 hours of registration. The online portion must be completed before your in-class date or you will be dismissed without refund. Need a fully in-class option? Our BLS course in Markham is conducted entirely in-class.
Yes, you can retake at no additional cost. Students who do not pass their skills assessment at our Markham facility at 22 Esna Park Drive or 28 South Unionville Ave are eligible for a free skills practice retake within 90 days. Our 99.99% pass rate reflects the quality of instruction and preparation provided. The retake policy ensures no Markham student leaves without their Canadian Red Cross certification.
Yes. Coast2Coast Markham offers First Aid and CPR courses on weekdays, evenings, and weekends at both our 22 Esna Park Drive and 28 South Unionville Ave locations. With 100+ course dates available every week across Ontario, you will find a schedule that works for you. Morning sessions typically run 9AM–1PM for CPR/AED Level C, or 9AM–5PM for Standard First Aid. Check the booking page for current Markham availability.
Yes. Canadian Red Cross certification from our Markham facilities is accepted by all Ontario employers including Markham Stouffville Hospital, York Region Paramedic Services, York Region District School Board, and all WSIB-regulated workplaces across York Region. For specialized healthcare employers requiring Basic Life Support, see our BLS course in Markham.
Yes, both Markham locations are easy to reach. Our primary facility at 22 Esna Park Drive, Markham, ON L3R 1E1 is located near Highway 7 and Woodbine Ave with free on-site parking and wheelchair accessibility. Our second facility at 28 South Unionville Ave #2102-2108, Markham, ON L3R 1J5 is accessible via York Region Transit. Both are in Markham's tech and industrial corridor, close to IBM Canada headquarters and other major York Region employers.
Yes, in most cases. If your Canadian Red Cross certificate expired within the past year, you may be eligible for a Recertification course at our Markham facility rather than the full blended course. If it expired more than 12 months ago, you will need the full course. Standard First Aid Recertification requires a full-course certificate — if yours says "Recertified," you must complete the full course. For professional responder pathways, see our EMR program in Markham.
Designed for healthcare professionals, nursing students, first responders, and clinical settings requiring Basic Life Support certification in Markham. Non-clinical roles should book the Standard First Aid & CPR course in Markham instead.
- Meets clinical and healthcare employer requirements
- Adult, child, and infant resuscitation with team-based CPR
- Opioid overdose and trauma response components
- Initial certification and BLS Renewal options available
- Certificate within 48 hours of completion
Who is this for? Nurses, nursing students, paramedics, physicians, dental professionals, physiotherapists, respiratory therapists, lifeguards, sports medicine staff, and all healthcare and pre-hospital care providers in Markham who need a current Basic Life Support card.
BLS — Markham FAQs
Yes. Basic Life Support (BLS) replaced CPR-HCP in April 2019 when the Canadian Red Cross upgraded their healthcare professional training. BLS is now a four-hour in-class course covering high-performance CPR, opioid overdose response, trauma, and team-based resuscitation — more comprehensive than the old CPR-HCP. Both initial BLS and BLS Renewal are available at our two Markham locations.
Yes. Canadian Red Cross Basic Life Support certification is accepted by Markham Stouffville Hospital, York Region Paramedic Services, dental clinics, physiotherapy practices, and most clinical and pre-hospital care settings in Markham. Our BLS courses at 22 Esna Park Drive and 28 South Unionville Ave are designed specifically for nurses, physicians, paramedics, and other healthcare professionals requiring annual certification.
Yes, BLS certification must be renewed annually — it is valid for only one year. Healthcare professionals at Markham Stouffville Hospital and other clinical settings are required to keep their Basic Life Support current. Coast2Coast offers BLS Renewal courses at both Markham facilities year-round. Students completing BLS Renewal may also combine it with Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C recertification on some dates.
Yes. BLS courses at our Markham locations are ideal for nursing students from Seneca College's Newnham and Markham campuses, as well as students from other health programs in York Region. There are no prerequisites for initial BLS — students arrive at 22 Esna Park Drive or 28 South Unionville Ave and complete all training in a single 4-hour in-class session.
Yes, occasionally. Coast2Coast Markham sometimes schedules Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C in the morning (9AM–5PM) and BLS in the evening (6PM–10PM) on the same day. This is not always guaranteed as schedules vary week to week. Check the booking calendar or contact us to confirm back-to-back availability at our Markham facilities.
Yes. Basic Life Support training at our Markham facilities includes hands-on automated external defibrillator practice alongside high-performance CPR technique. Students learn to recognize and respond to cardiac arrest and cardiovascular emergencies in hospital and pre-hospital settings. Proper AED pad placement, rhythm analysis, and team-based resuscitation protocols are all covered during the 4-hour in-class session.
Yes. A BLS Blended option is available, allowing students to complete a portion of theory online before attending the in-class skills session at our Markham facility. This format is popular with Markham Stouffville Hospital nurses and Seneca College healthcare students who need scheduling flexibility. Full in-class BLS sessions are also available in morning and afternoon blocks. For non-healthcare certification, see Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C in Markham.
Yes, they serve different audiences. Basic Life Support is a focused 4-hour healthcare-grade CPR course for nurses, paramedics, and clinical staff — covering team-based resuscitation, opioid overdose, and trauma scenarios. Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is a full-day WSIB approved course for general workplace compliance, covering wound care, environmental illness, spinal injuries, and more. Many Markham healthcare professionals hold both certifications.
No, not typically. PSWs and healthcare support workers in Markham usually require Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C or Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C — not Basic Life Support. BLS is specifically designed for clinical and pre-hospital care professionals working in high-acuity environments. See our First Aid & CPR training in Markham for PSW-appropriate certification options.
Yes, BLS sessions are held at both Coast2Coast Markham facilities: 22 Esna Park Drive, Markham, ON L3R 1E1 (near Highway 7 and Woodbine Ave) and 28 South Unionville Ave #2102-2108, Markham, ON L3R 1J5. Both locations offer free parking and are wheelchair accessible. Morning (9AM–1PM) and afternoon (2PM–6PM) sessions are available to accommodate the busy schedules of healthcare professionals across York Region.
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First Responder & EMR Courses
Looking for Professional Responder training? We offer responder courses for students pursuing careers in firefighting, policing, paramedicine, and emergency response in Markham and across Ontario.
Depending on your path, you may need First Responder (FR), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), EMR Recertification, or an EMR Upgrade course. The EMR program is an 80-hour in-class advanced training covering airway management, spinal injuries, cardiovascular emergencies, and trauma response. Most candidates first complete Standard First Aid & CPR Level C in Markham, then add BLS certification in Markham before enrolling.
Professional responder courses
Explore advanced certification options if your career path requires responder-level training in Markham.
- Main coursesFR & EMR
- Duration80 hrs in-class
- UpgradesEMR Upgrade
- RenewalEMR Recert
Need to train 8+ employees?
Get a custom corporate quote — volume discounts, guaranteed WSIB approved compliance, and a dedicated coordinator who handles everything. Our Canadian Red Cross certified instructors come to your Markham workplace with all equipment included.
- Volume discounts per person (up to $40/student)
- We come to your Markham workplace
- Centralised billing & reports
- WSIB compliant certificates
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Canadian Red Cross Training Centres in Markham
Coast2Coast operates two dedicated Markham training facilities — at 22 Esna Park Drive and 28 South Unionville Ave — serving York Region's healthcare, technology, and manufacturing workforce with WSIB approved Canadian Red Cross certification. Free parking and wheelchair accessibility at both Markham sites.
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Recent 5-Star Reviews — Coast2Coast First Aid CPR Markham
What Markham students are saying about Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics.
Muhammad (Waleed) Hayat
Physician — First Aid, CPR, BLS, EMR & EFR Instructor
A physician and Master of Health Industry Administration graduate, Waleed has been a Canadian Red Cross First Aid, CPR, BLS, EMR, and EFR Instructor since 2023 — helping Markham students build the confidence to respond in any emergency.
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Andrea Tenedero
First Aid & BLS Instructor — Instructor Trainer
Andrea is a First Aid and Basic Life Support Instructor and Instructor Trainer with a nursing background. She's passionate about teaching real-life skills and helping Markham students feel confident in emergencies — ready to actually make a difference.
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Sharareh Meskoob
Paramedic — Red Cross First Aid, CPR, BLS & EMR Instructor
Sharareh is a paramedic and Canadian Red Cross First Aid, CPR, BLS, and EMR Instructor. She uses real-world scenarios and fun teaching methods — including games and stand-up comedy — to build confidence and safety awareness in every Markham student.
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Whether you work in technology, healthcare, or manufacturing, Markham's diverse industries each require specific WSIB approved certification — Coast2Coast provides the right Canadian Red Cross course for your sector.
Markham Tech & Corporate Workplaces
Markham's status as Canada's "High-Tech Capital" means thousands of employees at IBM Canada, AMD, Huawei Canada, and other York Region tech firms need WSIB approved workplace safety compliance every three years under Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act.
- Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C — required for most office and laboratory environments
- Group and private on-site training for companies with 8+ staff in Markham
- Blended online + in-class format fits demanding corporate schedules
- Centralized billing and WSIB-compliant certification records
- Discounts up to $40 per student on group bookings
- Canadian Red Cross certificate within 48 hours — audit-ready for WSIB inspections
Healthcare & Frontline Workers in Markham
Nurses, PSWs, dental professionals, and paramedics at Markham Stouffville Hospital and York Region health facilities require both Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C and annual Basic Life Support (BLS) renewal to meet employer standards and Ontario health sector requirements.
- BLS initial certification and annual renewal — 4-hour in-class at both Markham locations
- Emergency First Aid & CPR — suitable for PSWs and healthcare support workers
- Morning and afternoon sessions accommodate rotating hospital shift schedules
- Blended format allows online theory completion before the Markham skills day
- Accepted by Markham Stouffville Hospital, York Region Paramedic Services, and dental clinics
- Certificate within 48 hours of successful Canadian Red Cross assessment
First Aid Enrollment & Course Policies — Markham
All Markham First Aid and CPR/AED courses require full attendance and successful completion of both the online theory module and the in-class skills assessment at 22 Esna Park Drive or 28 South Unionville Ave. Certificates are valid for 3 years (1 year for Basic Life Support).
- Blended courses: complete online module before your in-class Markham date or you will be dismissed without refund
- Access to online training emailed within 24 hours of registration
- Recertification requires a valid (not expired) Canadian Red Cross certificate
- Standard First Aid Recertification requires a full-course certificate — not a previously recertified one
- Minimum grade of 75% required on written evaluation for CPR/AED Level C certification
- Free skills practice retake within 90 days if skills assessment is not passed on first attempt
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Frequently Asked Questions — Coast2Coast First Aid CPR Markham
Common questions about First Aid, CPR, BLS, and EMR training at Coast2Coast's two Markham locations.
Yes. All First Aid, CPR/AED Level C, and Basic Life Support courses delivered at our Markham facilities at 22 Esna Park Drive and 28 South Unionville Ave are WSIB approved under Ontario's Occupational Health and Safety Act. Our Canadian Red Cross certified training meets all provincial workplace safety requirements for York Region employers, daycares, healthcare organizations, and schools.
Yes, both are available at our Markham training facilities. Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is a foundational course covering CPR, wound care, and basic emergencies — ideal for PSWs and security guards. Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is more comprehensive, covering all Emergency content plus environmental illness, poisons, and spinal injuries — required for daycare workers, nurses, and most Markham workplace compliance. Most Markham Stouffville Hospital support staff and York Region school board employees require Standard First Aid.
Yes. All First Aid and CPR courses in Markham use a blended learning format — you complete the theory module online at your own pace, then attend a shorter in-class skills session at our Markham facility. Access to the online portion is emailed within 24 hours of registration. This flexible format is popular with Markham Stouffville Hospital staff, Seneca College students, and busy professionals across York Region who need to work around their schedules.
Yes. In April 2019, the Canadian Red Cross upgraded CPR-HCP training to Basic Life Support (BLS). The new BLS course is a four-hour in-class training at our Markham locations covering high-performance CPR, opioid overdose response, trauma, and team-based resuscitation. BLS certification is valid for one year and must be renewed annually to meet healthcare employer requirements in Markham and York Region.
Yes, you will receive your Canadian Red Cross certificate within 48 hours of successfully completing your course at our Markham locations at 22 Esna Park Drive or 28 South Unionville Ave. This is significantly faster than many other Markham providers, who can take 7–10 business days to issue certificates.
Yes. Coast2Coast provides private and group First Aid, CPR Level C, and Basic Life Support training for Markham businesses and organizations with 8 or more participants. Our certified instructors come directly to your York Region workplace with all equipment included. Volume discounts, centralized billing, and WSIB approved certificates are all included — ideal for tech companies at IBM Canada, healthcare facilities, and manufacturers across York Region.
Yes, Coast2Coast maintains a 99.99% student success rate across all Markham courses. Students who do not pass their skills assessment on the first attempt at 22 Esna Park Drive or 28 South Unionville Ave are eligible for a free skills practice retake within 90 days at no additional cost. Courses for CPR/AED Level C certification require a minimum grade of 75% on the written evaluation and demonstration of all practical skills.
Yes, our two Markham locations primarily serve students from Markham and surrounding York Region communities, including Unionville, Milliken Mills, Buttonville, Cornell, and Berczy Village. We are a dedicated Markham facility — separate from our North York, Scarborough, and Richmond Hill sites — ensuring focused service and full WSIB approved Canadian Red Cross training capacity for York Region residents and workplaces.
Yes, Coast2Coast offers the Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) program in Markham for individuals pursuing careers in firefighting, policing, paramedicine, and emergency response. The full EMR program is an 80-hour in-class training priced at , covering advanced airway management, spinal injuries, cardiovascular emergencies, and trauma response. A shorter First Responder (FR) track at covers the first 40 hours. Both are available at our Markham facility on Esna Park Drive.
Yes. Coast2Coast offers a best price guarantee — if you find a cheaper identical WSIB approved Canadian Red Cross first aid and CPR course in Markham, we will beat that price by up to 10%. This applies to all public course offerings at both Markham training facilities. With 150,000+ students trained and a 99.99% pass rate, our Markham facility combines the best value with the highest standard of Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C certification in York Region.
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