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First Aid Course, BLS & CPR Training in Peterborough

Peterborough's trusted Canadian Red Cross training partner β€” WSIB approved First Aid, CPR/AED, BLS-HCP, and Emergency Medical Responder courses for workplace, healthcare, and personal certification. Trusted by 150,000+ students with a 99.9% pass rate. This First Aid and CPR Course Peterborough page covers emergency first aid certification, aid certification renewal, and first aid certification requirements for local workplaces. Every course is designed to help you respond quickly and respond correctly when someone needs help.

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First Aid CPR & BLS Courses in Peterborough

Find the right Canadian Red Cross certification for your workplace or career path in Peterborough. WSIB approved First Aid and CPR Level C courses serve construction, daycare, and Trent University and Fleming College students, while Basic Life Support suits healthcare staff at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, and Emergency Medical Responder training fits firefighting, policing, and paramedic pathways. All programs meet Ontario OHSA and WSIB Regulation 1101 requirements, with certificates issued within 48 hours.

First Aid & CPR/AED Level C

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πŸ“… Online theory at home | 🏫 1 day in-person skills | πŸ“œ 3-year certificate

Courses Offered

  • Blended Intermediate/Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
  • Blended Basic/Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
  • Blended CPR/AED Level C
  • Intermediate/Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification
  • CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Best for workplaces, childcare, teachers, and security needing WSIB approved certification in Peterborough County. Blended CPR/AED Level C is a half-day in-class session; Intermediate/Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is a full day. Healthcare staff should book BLS certification in Peterborough instead.

3-Year Certification Blended & In-Person WSIB Approved Canadian Red Cross
Available in Peterborough Includes CPR/AED Level C, Basic/Emergency First Aid, Intermediate/Standard First Aid, and recertification depending on the date selected. Pursuing emergency response? See our EMR course in Peterborough.
  • 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 90-Day Skill Retake

Who is this for? Workplaces requiring WSIB approved certification, daycare workers, security guards, and Trent University or Fleming College students needing a recognized Canadian Red Cross card.

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Healthcare
πŸ₯ 4-hour in-class session | πŸ‘©β€βš•οΈ Healthcare providers | πŸ“œ 1-year certificate

Courses Offered

  • Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP)
  • BLS Renewal

Designed for healthcare professionals requiring Basic Life Support certification in Peterborough. BLS is a 4-hour in-class course covering high-performance team CPR and AED use. Non-clinical roles should book the Intermediate/Standard First Aid & CPR course in Peterborough instead.

Healthcare Focused 1-Year Certification Initial & Renewal Hands-On Assessment
Available in Peterborough / Peterborough County Morning and afternoon sessions may be available. Advancing to paramedic work? Explore Emergency Medical Responder training in Peterborough.
  • 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, paramedics, physicians, and pre-hospital providers in Peterborough who need a current Basic Life Support card.

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Advanced / Professional Pathway

First Responder & EMR Courses in Peterborough

Responder courses for students pursuing firefighting, policing, and paramedicine in Peterborough.

You may need First Responder (FR), Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), EMR Recertification, or EMR Upgrade. The program is an 80-hour in-class advanced training covering airway management and trauma response. Most candidates first complete Intermediate/Standard First Aid & CPR Level C in Peterborough, then add BLS certification.

  • Main coursesFR & EMR
  • Duration80 hrs in-class
  • UpgradesEMR Upgrade
  • RenewalEMR Recert
FR, EMR, EMR Recert, and EMR Upgrade β€” 80-hour in-class program for professional responders
Ideal for future firefighters, police applicants, and paramedic pathways in Peterborough
Advanced hands-on emergency care training beyond standard First Aid and CPR

Professional responder courses

Explore advanced certification options if your career path requires responder-level training in Peterborough. Register today for comprehensive, hands-on training with real safety equipment, ideal for schools, daycares, and other organizations that care for children and want every person ready to respond.

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Group & Corporate First Aid & CPR Training in Peterborough

Need to train 8+ employees? Book group first aid and CPR, CPR Level C, or Basic Life Support training anywhere in Peterborough County. Our Canadian Red Cross instructors come to your workplace with volume discounts and guaranteed WSIB compliant certificates. Group sessions cover sudden medical emergencies and give every team member hands on training so healthcare professionals and other staff can respond confidently to emergency first aid situations. Our instructors also walk students through common sudden medical emergencies before class so nobody feels caught off guard on training day. We bring comprehensive training equipment to organizations of every size, from small teams to large organizations across Peterborough County. Nonprofits and community organizations receive discounted group rates.

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Awards & Recognition

Recognised Across Canada for Training Excellence as a Top 3 Canadian Red Cross Training Partner.

Top 3 National Training Provider Award 2024 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2024 Β· Top 3 National Training Provider

National Professional Responder Provider 2024 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2024 Β· National Professional Responder Provider

National First Aid and CPR Provider 2024 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2024 Β· National First Aid & CPR Provider

Top 3 Provincial Training Provider Award 2024 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2024 Β· Top 3 Provincial Training Provider

National First Aid and CPR Provider 2025 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2025 Β· National First Aid & CPR Provider

Top 3 National Training Provider 2025 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2025 Β· Top 3 National Training Provider

Top 3 Provincial Training Provider 2025 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2025 Β· Top 3 Provincial Training Provider

Top 3 National Training Provider Award 2024 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2024 Β· Top 3 National Training Provider

National Professional Responder Provider 2024 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2024 Β· National Professional Responder Provider

National First Aid and CPR Provider 2025 β€” Canadian Red Cross

2025 Β· National First Aid & CPR Provider

How Coast2Coast First Aid CPR Peterborough Compares to Other Providers

Our courses meet Ontario workplace requirements for first aid, CPR/AED, and BLS-HCP training.

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Certified Peterborough Location

About Our Peterborough Location

Coast2Coast is ranked Top 3 Canadian Red Cross Training Partner in North America. Our facility at 441 Rubidge St serves Trent University and Fleming College students, Peterborough Regional Health Centre staff, and Kawartha Lakes employers with blended learning and WSIB Regulation 1101 compliant courses.

Find Your Way to Us

Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics β€” Peterborough

441 Rubidge St
Peterborough, ON K9H 4E4
Toll Free: 1-866-291-9121
Hours: Mon-Sun 7:00 AM-8:00 PM. Free on-site parking.
Appointments and registration are available through our website.
Coast2Coast First Aid β€” Peterborough
441 Rubidge St
Peterborough, ON K9H 4E4
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Verified & Certified Red Cross Instructors

Every course is led by a verified, active Canadian Red Cross instructor, with small class sizes for real practice time in Peterborough.

Muhammad (Waleed) Hayat, Coast2Coast First Aid instructor

Muhammad (Waleed) Hayat

Physician β€” 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.

Andrea Tenedero, Coast2Coast First Aid instructor

Andrea Tenedero

First Aid & BLS Instructor β€” Instructor Trainer

Andrea is a First Aid and Basic Life Support Instructor and Instructor Trainer who helps Peterborough students feel confident in emergencies.

Sharareh Meskoob, Coast2Coast First Aid instructor

Sharareh Meskoob

Paramedic β€” Red Cross First Aid, CPR, BLS & EMR Instructor

Sharareh is a paramedic and Canadian Red Cross First Aid, CPR, BLS, and EMR Instructor who uses real-world scenarios to build confidence in every Peterborough student. Both instructors teach students to respond calmly under pressure so they can respond effectively to any emergency.

Our Peterborough Facility

Inside Our Peterborough Certification Facility

Our training room at 441 Rubidge St is purpose-built for certification, with CPR/AED mannequins, an AED Trainer, and classroom space for scenario-based learning.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions β€” Coast2Coast First Aid CPR Peterborough

Common questions about first aid certification, CPR training, WSIB compliance, and BLS in Peterborough β€” answered by our team. Whether you need essential life saving skills for sudden medical emergencies, hands on training to renew your card, or first aid certification for work, our healthcare professionals and healthcare providers can help you choose the right first aid training course. Read on to see how to respond to common situations and where to respond if you have more questions.

Yes. Coast2Coast is a Canadian Red Cross Training Partner offering WSIB approved First Aid and CPR Level C courses at 441 Rubidge St, Peterborough, meeting WSIB Regulation 1101 and Occupational Health and Safety Act workplace requirements.

Basic/Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is a one-day course for security guards and PSWs. Intermediate/Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C is a two-day program required by daycare workers under WSIB Regulation 1101.

Yes. Complete theory online, then attend in-class skills at 441 Rubidge St. The Canadian Red Cross accepts blended delivery for Intermediate/Standard First Aid and CPR Level C.

Basic Life Support (BLS) is a 4-hour healthcare provider course for staff at Peterborough Regional Health Centre, valid for 1 year. CPR/AED Level C is the standard 3-year workplace certification 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 β€” faster than many providers who take 7–10 business days.

Yes. Coast2Coast offers private and group First Aid, CPR Level C, and Basic Life Support training for Peterborough organizations with 8+ participants. Our Canadian Red Cross instructors travel to your workplace with volume discounts and WSIB approved certificates.

Coast2Coast maintains a 99.9% student success rate. Students who don't pass their skills assessment on the first attempt get a Free 90-Day Skill Retake β€” part of why the Canadian Red Cross ranks Coast2Coast a Top 3 National Training Partner.

Our facility serves Peterborough County, including East City, Ashburnham, Lakefield, Selwyn, and the Kawartha Lakes region.

Yes. Coast2Coast offers Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) training for firefighters, police, and paramedic pathway students β€” an 80-hour in-class program covering airway management and trauma response.

Yes. Coast2Coast beats any comparable WSIB approved Canadian Red Cross course price by up to 10%, meets CSA Z1210:24, and holds a 4.9-star average across 17,000+ Google reviews.

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