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Select a First Aid & CPR Instructor Course in Ottawa

Do you want to make an impact on the lives of people around you or in your community? Enroll for our Canadian Red Cross Instructor Development Course in Ottawa which covers the skills and information needed to teach First Aid & CPR courses. Our instructor training program is intended to serve as a comprehensive guide that covers teaching and facilitating individual and group activities, practice teaching, injury prevention ideas, inclusion, and progressive learning.

The candidate can begin the Fundamentals of Instruction once he or she has completed the course’s requirements. For this section, candidates must finish 8 hours of online training. The concepts learned from the material will be put to use during a 14.5-hour (2-day) in-class component. Once the Fundamentals of Instruction component is completed, they may move on to the Discipline-Specific classroom component which requires in-class training for another 2 days. Participants will be given the chance to practice their teaching abilities by leading peer teaching sessions, which is the last stage in earning an Instructor Certificate.

Candidates will receive an e-certificate that is valid for 3 years after completing the course.

Certified candidates will be eligible to teach Emergency First Aid, Standard First Aid, Marine Basic First Aid, Emergency Child Care First Aid, Standard Child Care First Aid, and CPR courses. Begin your instructor journey with Coast2Coast. Enroll now!

Prerequisites

  • Must be 18 years of age or above
  • Must hold a valid Canadian Red Cross Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C certification
  • Successfully complete a skills evaluation

Certification

3-year Canadian Red Cross Instructor certificate

Learn more about our First Aid & CPR Instructor Development course.

Get Certified as a:

  • First Aid Instructor
  • CPR Instructor

Are you interested in sharing your expertise with new or existing medical responders? Our Canadian Red Cross Professional Responders Instructor course in Ottawa aims to educate candidates on the specialized skills needed to teach First Responder (FR), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), and advanced first aid courses. As a Professional Responder instructor, it is critical to provide engaging learning experiences that incorporate active participation, instruction in a variety of settings, and organizing unique sessions.

Candidates who fulfill the prerequisites for the course may begin the Fundamentals of Instruction component. Participants must complete an 8-hour online course before attending an in-class session where the candidate will apply the skills and knowledge acquired from the online portion under the guidance of an Instructor Trainer. Upon completion of the first stage, candidates move to a 2-day Discipline-Specific component which prepares them to specifically teach Professional Responder courses. Following this, the teaching experience component allows individuals to instruct in a dynamic learning environment, after which their certificates will be processed.

Certifications are only valid for a three-year time period. We will verify the completion of the desired courses and components that the candidate is willing to teach have been successfully completed, in order to uphold their Teaching Certification. The following are potential instructor courses one may teach: BLS Instructor, First Responder Instructor or Emergency Medical Responder Instructor. Kickstart your career as a Professional Responder Instructor with Coast2Coast. Sign up now!

Prerequisites

  • Must be 18 years of age or above
  • Must hold a valid Canadian Red Cross First Responder (FR) or Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) certification
  • Successfully complete a skills evaluation

Certification

3-year Canadian Red Cross Instructor certificate

Learn more about our Professional Responder Instructor Development course.

Get Certified as a:

  • First Responder (FR) Instructor
  • Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Instructor
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor

Enhance your career opportunities with our Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor Transfer Course in Ottawa! This training grants students the abilities and knowledge required to become instructors of various Red Cross Safety courses such as CPR, Emergency First Aid, Standard First Aid, Child Care First Aid, and Marine Basic First Aid.

With prior experience, candidates may qualify for the Instructor Development Transfer Program under two conditions:

  1. If they are an instructor with another approved First Aid agency

  2. If the individual is a Canadian Red Cross Water Safety Instructor/Instructor Trainer or an educator (elementary or secondary level)

Depending on the conditions the candidate fits in, their training will follow one of these paths:

  1. For those who qualify under the first condition, candidates will apply what they’ve learned from their prior First Aid Instructor training to the Red Cross’s First Aid program. Prior to becoming an instructor with Red Cross, potential candidates will need to complete a skills evaluation and then complete a Fundamentals of Instruction component. When these steps are completed, they may skip the Discipline-Specific component since they already are aware of the skills and knowledge required for First Aid and CPR. The next step to acquiring their credential will be a short, in-class teaching experience.
  2. The candidates who fulfill the second condition must successfully complete a skills evaluation to begin this course pathway. Once they complete the skills evaluation and meet the necessary prerequisites, they can skip the Fundamentals of instruction section because they have prior teaching experience. They will start with the Discipline-Specific classroom component which is 14.5 hours. The participants will complete a teaching experience component after they finish the Discipline-Specific portion, during which they’ll practice peer teaching sessions.

The successful candidates will receive a certificate that is valid for three years. Get yourself registered now!

Prerequisites

  • Must be 18 years of age or above
  • Must hold a valid Canadian Red Cross certificate in the discipline you wish to teach
  • Successfully complete a skills evaluation

Certification

3-year Canadian Red Cross Instructor certificate

Learn more about our Instructor Development Transfer course.

Get Certified as a:

  • First Aid Instructor
  • CPR Instructor
  • First Responder (FR) Instructor
  • Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)Instructor
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor

Are you looking for a leading safety training company for your recertification needs? Our Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor Recertification Course in Ottawa is for those current Red Cross instructors who need to renew their certification and complete the Instructor Recertification Hub.

With this certification, candidates can teach a variety of Red Cross First Aid & CPR courses, including Emergency and Standard First Aid, CPR/AED, Marine Basic First Aid, and Emergency and Standard Child Care First Aid. This training session covers teaching, supervisory, and assessment. It also contains individual and group activities, practice instructing, injury prevention ideas, inclusion, and progressive learning.

Candidates are required to complete the HUB component of our Instructor Recertification course. This training can be completed online or in person and will take approximately 4 hours. Every three years, the HUB must be completed. The candidate may then proceed to the Discipline-Specific component after successfully finishing the HUB. Candidates have the option of taking this 4-hour training class either virtually or in person. There are three disciplines in which certification may be renewed. The three different disciplines must be completed separately in order to get recertified, including:

  • First Aid & CPR (4 hours)

  • Professional Responder (4 hours)

  • Wilderness (4 hours)

In order to renew your instructor certification, you must hold a current Canadian Red Cross First Aid Program Instructor Certification which includes having taught 3 Canadian Red Cross First Aid Programs during the validity period of the certificate.

After completing this course, the candidate will be granted a certificate that is valid for three years from the date of issue. Sign up now!  

Prerequisites

  • Must be 18 years of age or above
  • Must hold a valid Canadian Red Cross Instructor certification
  • Proof that instructor has taught at least 3 Canadian Red Cross courses (in that discipline) while their Instructor certificate was valid (one must have been the highest level of the discipline they wish to recertify)
  • Must have taught at least one Standard First Aid, Standard Child Care First Aid or Marine Basic First Aid course since earning Instructor certification

Certification

3-year Canadian Red Cross Instructor certificate

Learn more about our Instructor Development Recertification course.

Get Certified as a:

  • First Aid Instructor
  • CPR Instructor
  • First Responder (FR) Instructor
  • Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)Instructor
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor

Testimonials!

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Cailley Dumont
3 days ago
Great instructor! made it fun and informational
Response from the owner:Thank you, Cailley! 🙏 We are so glad to hear that your instructor made your CPR/AED training in Ottawa both fun and informational. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Hanane Zeroual
2 weeks ago
I had a great experience with the First Aid, CPR and AED Level C training. Everything was well organized and easy to understand. Maria, the instructor, was excellent, very professional, patient, and explained everything clearly. I really enjoyed the training and would definitely recommend it!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Hanane! 🎉 We agree, Maria is wonderful at explaining things clearly and keeping the course organized. We are glad you had such a great experience with your CPR Level C training in Ottawa. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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George Mosa
3 weeks ago
Joseph is a great instructor
Response from the owner:Thank you, George! 🎉 We agree, Joseph is an amazing instructor who makes the course so engaging. We are glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Mackenzie Dawn
3 weeks ago
Did my intermediate first aid/CPR course with Joseph – he was great! Very friendly and experienced. Was able to answer everyone’s questions and show great examples. Thanks for a great experience Joseph!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mackenzie! 🎉 We agree, Joseph is fantastic at answering everyone's questions and sharing great practical examples. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Huxley Webb
1 month ago
Maria was a great instructor and very helpful
Response from the owner:Thank you, Huxley! 🎉 We agree, Maria is a wonderful instructor who is incredibly helpful during our Standard First Aid courses in Ottawa. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
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kessy divine
1 month ago
Thank you to everyone at Coast2Coast for making my experience easier and more comfortable. I truly appreciate your excellent service and would definitely recommend Coast2Coast to others!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kessy! 🙏 We are so glad our team made you feel comfortable and supported during your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Cassia Avellar
1 month ago
I completed the course in the blended learning format, and it was an excellent experience. The flexibility of being able to organize my study schedule and learn at my own pace helped me get the most out of the in-person training. Maria, the instructor, was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable, explained the content clearly, and made sure everyone understood the material before moving forward. Her teaching approach was engaging and effective. The course included many practical simulations based on real-life situations, which made the training even more valuable and prepared me well for real-world scenarios. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to obtain this certification.
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Response from the owner:Thank you, Cassia! 🙏 We agree that Maria is outstanding at keeping the training engaging and ensuring everyone feels confident. It is great to hear that the real-life practical simulations prepared you well for your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Zoe Adam
1 month ago
Super fun course with Maria. I took the intermediate first aid and CPR/AED Level C course. I got 100% on the exam without much issue. The scenarios and ice breakers were quite fun and Maria was very informative and experienced!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Zoe! 🎉 We agree, Maria is wonderful at making the scenarios fun and keeping everyone engaged. Huge congratulations on getting 100% on your exam for your CPR Level C in Ottawa! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Michael Liu (Campephilipalis)
1 month ago
I had a first aid training with Maria, I passed my course with ease! Her class was very clear, straightforward and easy to understand! She is a 100% great instructor !
Response from the owner:Thank you, Michael! 🎉 We agree, Maria is a fantastic instructor who makes earning your Red Cross certification in Ottawa clear and easy to understand. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Sander van Walraven
1 month ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing us, Sander! ⭐ We are so glad we could help you with your CPR/AED training in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Tiana Cartier
1 month ago
I had a very positive experience with Carel! She made everyone feel supported and provided a safe environment with no judgement. She made this extremely long class a great experience with jokes and laughter. Her teaching style is straight forward and easy to follow along with! Overall it was an excellent experience and it is evident that she is routing for success with everyone she teaches!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Tiana! 🎉 We agree that Carel is amazing at creating a supportive and judgment-free environment. It's great to hear her humor and straightforward teaching style made your Red Cross certification course in Ottawa such a fun experience. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Alissa Loft
1 month ago
10/10 for the course with Maria. The course was really hands on, engaging and fun. We didn’t even see the time go by. We collaborated everyone together. It was my best CPR class.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Alissa! 🎉 We agree, Maria is wonderful at keeping the class collaborative and engaging. We're so glad this was your best experience with CPR/AED training in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Ale Casanova
1 month ago
Muy buen servicio. Abarca muchos temas importantes para poder cuidar a otros y a nosotros mismos. Muy recomendable. María es una excelente instructora.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ale! ❤️ We agree that Maria is an excellent instructor who is great at teaching how to care for others. We are so glad you had a positive experience during your Standard First Aid training in Ottawa. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Patricia Babirye
1 month ago
Beet experience it was, Maria is the best instructor ✌️
Response from the owner:Thank you, Patricia! 🎉 We agree, Maria is an amazing instructor who knows how to make the class engaging. We are so glad you had the best experience during your CPR/AED training in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Uwera Shekina
2 months ago
Perfect explanation and makes you feel comfortable
Response from the owner:Thank you, Uwera Shekina! 🙏 We're so glad you felt comfortable and found the explanations so clear during your Standard First Aid training in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Ansly Jefferson DESRAVINES
2 months ago
C’était une belle expérience et j’ai beaucoup appris. Merci Carel qui a fait un travail formidable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ansly! 🎉 We agree that Carel does a fantastic job of keeping everyone engaged during our Red Cross certification training in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
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omar tokan
2 months ago
Carel was super helpful and an Incredible instructor! Thank you Carel : )
Response from the owner:Thank you, Omar! 🎉 We agree, Carel is an incredible instructor who goes above and beyond to be helpful. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
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mutoni munyambo
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, mutoni munyambo! ⭐ We hope to see you in Ottawa when you are ready for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Avery Erickson
2 months ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Avery! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Paula Valverde
2 months ago
Maria was an amazing instructor, she made the course dynamic and easy to remember. Gracias!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Paula! 🙏 We agree, Maria is wonderful at keeping the class dynamic and helping the information stick. We're so glad you had a great experience getting your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Nkosinothando Mhlanga
2 months ago
The experience as someone who just got the certificate to have general first aid skills exceeded my expectations. The instructor Maria was highly skilled and made sure to add as much context and examples where possible. Thank you for the training!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nkosinothando! 🙏 We agree, Maria is wonderful at providing real-world context and examples to make the training engaging. We are so glad we could exceed your expectations for your Standard First Aid course in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
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petra patasi
2 months 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!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Petra! 🎉 We agree, Maria is fantastic at keeping classes engaging and interactive. We are so glad the hands-on practice helped build your confidence during your Standard First Aid course in Ottawa. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Pierre Riccardo
2 months 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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Dr Anwer Hasil
2 months ago
Fantastic First Aid & AED training at the Coast2Coast Downtown Ottawa location! The course was very well organized, and Maria was an outstanding instructor. She was engaging, interactive, and made the training both informative and enjoyable. The hands-on practice was excellent, and I left feeling much more confident in my first aid and AED skills. I highly recommend the Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR – Ottawa downtown location to anyone looking for professional, high-quality training.
Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful review, Dr Anwer Hasil! 🙏 We agree that Maria is an outstanding instructor who does a fantastic job making the hands-on practice engaging and interactive. We are so glad you left our Ottawa location feeling confident in your Standard First Aid skills. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
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Connor Edington
2 months ago
Maria was the best first aid instructor I've ever had. I enjoyed the hybrid online/in-class learning approach.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Connor! 🎉 We agree, Maria is a fantastic instructor who really makes the class engaging. It's great to hear that our blended learning format worked so well for you in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team

Why First Aid & CPR Instructors are Important

Have you ever considered becoming a First Aid & CPR instructor with the Canadian Red Cross? Instructors have an enormous impact on our communities! With the ever-growing number of uncertainties in today’s world, employees must be trained in both First Aid and CPR. Even people who work indoors may be required to learn these critical life-saving skills!

Emergencies can occur at any time, and first-aid training teaches us how to utilize a variety of safety skills in the event of an incident. Our community would not know these skills without the help of an amazing instructor. By becoming a Canadian Red Cross instructor, you are educating people to save lives and prevent further injuries.

Instill confidence in your community and begin your journey as an Instructor. Your hard work and dedication do not go unnoticed!

Ottawa Training Facility is Located at:

385 Rideau St, Ottawa, ON K1N 1H6

Ottawa First Aid & CPR Instructor Certification

Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics is a Canadian Red Cross training partner with a commitment to providing high-quality safety courses to the public. Take your skills to the next level by becoming an instructor with Red Cross!

There are a variety of disciplines in which you may be certified to instruct. You may broaden your work possibilities across many sectors with each discipline. The First Aid & CPR discipline enables you to teach most of the courses members of our community demands.

You can also teach more advanced courses such as Basic Life Support (BLS), First Responder (FR), and Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) if you complete the Professional Responder discipline.

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You Learn CPR, We donate . . .

Helping Those in Need is the Responsibility of Those Who Can. Coast2Coast is now pleased to announce that a portion of all the proceeds will be donated to the Sick Kids Foundation. Yes, not only you Learn how to save lives, but you can Help Save Them too. We are in business to help people change their lives. Sick Kids Foundation is fighting to make every kid a healthy kid, and we have just joined them to fight it.

You Register. You Learn. We Give.

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Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics is a proud provider of First Aid, CPR, BLS, Professional Responder and Youth courses throughout Ontario. Complete your co-teach at one of our training facilities across Ontario and provide life-saving skills to members of your community!

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