First Aid Course, BLS & CPR Training in Peterborough

Yes. Coast2Coast is a Canadian Red Cross Training Partner offering WSIB approved First Aid and CPR Level C courses at 441 Rubidge St, Peterborough. Under WSIB Regulation 1101 and the Occupational Health and Safety Act, all certifications meet Ontario workplace compliance. The maximum permitted response time from a first aider to an injured worker is 2 minutes — making WSIB-compliant training a life-or-death priority for Peterborough employers.

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is a one-day course covering CPR, wound care, and basic emergencies — ideal for security guards, PSWs, and general workers. Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is a two-day program covering all Emergency topics plus environmental illness, poisons, and advanced scenarios — required by daycare workers, educators, and higher-hazard workplaces under WSIB Regulation 1101. Ontario daycare regulations mandate valid Standard First Aid and CPR Level C for all childcare staff.

Yes. Most First Aid and CPR/AED courses at our Peterborough facility offer blended learning — complete theory online at your own pace, then attend in-class skills at 441 Rubidge St. The Canadian Red Cross accepts blended delivery for Standard First Aid, Emergency First Aid, and CPR Level C, reducing in-class time without affecting certification validity. This format is ideal for Trent University and Fleming College students needing flexible scheduling.

They serve different purposes. Basic Life Support (BLS) is a 4-hour healthcare provider course for nurses and clinical staff at Peterborough Regional Health Centre — valid for 1 year. CPR/AED Level C is the standard 3-year workplace certification covering adult, child, and infant resuscitation, required for most Ontario WSIB approved compliance.

You will receive your Canadian Red Cross certificate within 48 hours of completing your course at 441 Rubidge St, Peterborough — significantly faster than many providers who take 7–10 business days. Under WSIB Regulation 1101, the 2-minute first-aider response rule means employers cannot afford coverage lapses, making our 48-hour certificate delivery a practical advantage for Peterborough businesses.

Yes. Coast2Coast offers private and group First Aid, CPR Level C, and Basic Life Support training for Peterborough organizations with 8 or more participants. Our certified Canadian Red Cross instructors travel to your Peterborough workplace with all equipment included. Volume discounts, centralized billing, and WSIB approved certificates are all provided.

Coast2Coast maintains a 99.99% student success rate across all Peterborough courses. Students who do not pass their skills assessment on the first attempt are eligible for a Free 90-Day Skill Retake at no additional cost. This commitment to student success is part of why the Canadian Red Cross has recognized Coast2Coast as a Top 3 National Training Partner.

Our Peterborough training facility at 441 Rubidge St serves the City of Peterborough and Peterborough County, including East City, Ashburnham, Monaghan, Kawartha Heights, Lakefield, Selwyn, and the Kawartha Lakes region. The Peterborough Census Metropolitan Area has a population of approximately 143,000, with Kawartha Lakes adding 75,000+ residents to the service area.

Yes. Coast2Coast offers Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) training for aspiring firefighters, law enforcement, campus security, and paramedic pathway students. The 80-hour in-class program covers advanced airway management, spinal injuries, cardiovascular emergencies, and trauma response — ideal for Fleming College students in public safety programs. Most candidates first complete Standard First Aid & CPR Level C before enrolling.

Yes. Coast2Coast guarantees the best price for your first aid and CPR course in Peterborough — find an identical WSIB approved Canadian Red Cross course for less and we beat that price by up to 10%. Our training meets CSA Z1210:24, the current national standard for workplace first aid program quality, and Coast2Coast holds a 4.9-star average across 17,000+ Google reviews — one of the highest-rated first aid organizations in Canada.