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Attendance and Refund Policies and Procedures

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First Aid and CPR/AED Programs

COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements:

Proof of Vaccination

According to the Ontario Ministry of Health, some of our training facilities may require proof that students are fully vaccinated before entering courses that take place at rental meeting spaces (conference rooms, studios, etc.). You may show proof via the “Verify Ontario” app. This app will provide a scannable QR code confirming you are vaccinated. If you are exempt, please check with health officials to confirm you may attend this course. Proof of Vaccination only applies to certain training facilities. ONLY if you are taking a course in one of the following locations, this policy applies to you:

  • Hamilton

Upon arrival, staff will check students ID (ensure you carry government issued photo ID such as drivers’ license) and proof vaccination. If the student fails to satisfy the requirement, the staff will not admit the student to the class for training.

According to Regulation 364/20 and the Ministry’s guidance, medical exemptions allow the student to attend the training without proof of full vaccination, however the student must provide a valid medical note stating the medical exemption. For a medical note to be valid, the note must:

  • Include the name of the person in the written documentation, matching the identification provided
  • Include the physician or registered nurse’s full name and qualifications in the extended class’s information
  • Clearly state that there is a medical reason for the individual not to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19
  • State the effective time-period for the medical reason

Attendance Policy:

Public Training

  • If you fail to show up or miss your class for any reason, you will not be eligible for any refund or compensation, and you will have to sign up for a new course.

Private Training

  • For private courses, a minimum number of eight participants is required for training
  • If any of the participants fail to show up or miss their class for any reason, there will not be any refunds or credits issued, and you will be charged the amount confirmed in your original invoice

Late Policy:

According to Canadian Red Cross guidelines, our instructors will not admit any student who has arrived at the course later than 20 minutes for any reason. This is strictly enforced. Please make sure you are on time for your class. If you are more than 20 minutes late for class & miss your class, you will not be eligible for any refund or compensation and you will have to sign up for a new course.

Cancellation/Rescheduling Policy:

Public Training (First Aid/CPR/BLS/Airway Management & Oxygen Therapy)

  • If a client wishes to cancel, reschedule or make any changes to his/her course level prior to 48 hours of the scheduled class, an admin fee of $35 (+tax) will be applied
  • Any request for cancellation, changes or switches made within 48 hours of a course are not allowed, and no refunds will be applicable
  • Please note that rescheduling is subject to course availability
  • Cancellation/Rescheduling policy for Professional Responder and Instructor Development courses can be found below
  • Any optional upgrades purchased are non-refundable

Private Training

  • If a client wishes to cancel, reschedule or make any changes to their group training, they would need to contact our office at least 7 business days prior to the scheduled in-class training
  • Any request for cancellation, changes, or rescheduling made within 7 business days of the course is not allowed, and no refunds will be applicable
  • Please note that rescheduling is subject to availability

Professional Responder Training

  • If a client wishes to cancel, reschedule or make any changes to his/her course level prior to one week of the scheduled class, an admin fee of $150 (+tax) will be applied
  • Any request for cancellation, changes or switches made within one week of a course are not allowed, and no refunds will be applicable
  • Please note that rescheduling is subject to course availability
Firefighting Job Assistance (Resume/Cover Letter/Interview Services):
  • Firefighting Job Assistance Services are provided by our Firefighter Recruitment Expert – Your personal information will be shared with them to provide you access to the service(s) you purchased
  • No refund will be provided once your personal information is sent to our Firefighting Job Assistance service provider

Instructor Development Training:

  • No refund will be provided for cancellations made less than seven(7) days in advance, or in case of no-show
  • A cancellation fee of $100+HST per person aplies for cancellations made seven (7) or more days in advance

Security Training

  • Security Training is non-refundable
  • Security Training is provided through our Ministry-approved training partner – Your personal information will be shared with this training partner to provide you access to your course
Online Only Training
Online Only courses include: Pet First Aid, WHMIS, First Aid for Opioid Poisoning, and Psychological First Aid.
  • Online Only training courses are non-refundable
  • Students who purchase Only Only Training courses will be sent access via email within 24 hours of registration – if you have not received access to your online training, please contact us

Course Policies:

Coast2Coast First Aid and Aquatics reserves the right to change, cancel or relocate the course. If any courses or training are cancelled or relocated, students will be notified at least 48 hours prior to the scheduled course date.

Recertification Program:

  • In order for you to be able to attend and complete your Recertification course, the following conditions must be met or you will be asked to leave the class:
  • You must provide your current VALID (not expired) certificate to the instructor on the day of the course
  • Your current certificate must be issued by the Canadian Red Cross. It does not matter if the original course was taken with Coast2coast, as long as it was issued by Canadian Red Cross
  • Condition for Standard First Aid & CPR Recertification Course:
  • Your current certificate must be from the full, two day training course. If your current certificate says “Recertification,” you do not qualify for this Recertification course (please register for a full course or the online blended course instead)
  • Condition for CPR Recertification Course:
  • Unlike Standard First Aid, you can recertify your CPR/AED-C Recertification as many times as you’d like
  • Condition for Emergency First Aid & CPR Recertification Course:
  • Emergency First Aid & CPR-C can only be recertified in Alberta

No REFUNDS will be issued to anyone who registers and fails to qualify for these courses.

Examinations:

All in-person safety training courses include a multiple-choice exam. Please review the following guidelines regarding examinations:

  • Exams are completed digitally through the Coast2Coast First Aid Assessment Application
  • When completing an exam through the Coast2Coast First Aid Assessment Application, students must use the same email address they provided Coast2Coast when registering for their course
  • Students must receive a 75% or higher to pass their course
  • If the student fails their exam, they will be required to pay $19.99 to retake the exam – certificates cannot be issued unless the student successfully completes the entire course (in-class portion, online portion (if applicable), and examination)
  • Payments can be made via PayPal, Credit Card, or Debit Card

Study Guide Course Preparation Upgrade:

  • Study Guides are non-refundable
  • Study Guides will be sent as a link via email within 24 hours of registration – if you have not received access to your study guide, please contact us.
  • The Study Guide, including all questions, answers, and supplemental materials, are the exclusive property of Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc. These materials are protected by copyright laws and may not be copied, shared, distributed, or reproduced in any form without the express written permission of Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc.
  • The purchase or access to the Study Guide is granted solely to the individual who registered for the course. These materials are for personal use only and are non-transferable. You may not share, forward, or otherwise distribute the content to any other person, whether they are enrolled in a Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc. course or not.
  • Any unauthorized use, distribution, or reproduction of the Study Guide will result in immediate revocation of access to these materials. Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc. reserves the right to take legal action against any individual or entity found violating these terms.
  • Study Guide access expires after 90 days

Online First Aid & CPR/AED Program Upgrade:

Students who have successfully completed the Online First Aid and CPR/AED programs with Coast2Coast First Aid and Aquatics Inc. are eligible to upgrade into our Blended Learning program. This upgrade allows the participants to attend the in-class portion of the Blended Learning program. The students are not required to complete the Online portion of the Blended Learning a second time.

Eligibility Criteria:
The upgrade must happen within 60 days of registering for the Online First Aid and CPR/AED course.

Incentive for Upgrade:
We like to encourage our participants to complete their in-class training as well as online. After all, it is important for the learning experience of the students to go through the skills with our expert, certified instructors and practice with our highly developed training equipment. There are two incentive periods:

Golden Period
If the participant chooses to upgrade into the Blended Learning Program within 30 days of registration, the entire fee paid for Online First Aid & CPR/AED course will be used as a credit towards the new course.

Silver Period:
If the participant chooses to upgrade into the Blended Learning Program After 30 – 60 days of the original online course registration, fifty percent of the fee paid for the Online First Aid & CPR/AED course will be used as a credit towards the new course.

Physical Activity Disclaimer:

Your health and safety is important. Please inform your instructor at the beginning of the course if you answer YES to any of these questions or if you have any other concerns regarding your health:

  1. Has a doctor ever told you that you have heart trouble/high blood pressure?
  2. Do you have any bone/joint problems that may become worse by activity?
  3. Do you have any medical problems or are you taking any medication that may affect you?
  4. Do you have any disabilities that may make it difficult to perform hands-on activities, kneel, or walk up or down stairs? If so, please contact our head office as soon as possible by replying to this email or calling our toll-free number: 866-291-9121.
For most individuals, the physical activity involved in the course should not pose a threat to their health. A small number of individuals may find the physical skill demonstrations required by the Canadian Red Cross strenuous. If you have a history of heart attack, heart conditions, respiratory problems, physical disabilities, are pregnant, or have muscle, bone, or joint injuries, we strongly recommend that you do not participate in the skills portion of the course until you consult a physician. If you are unsure as to whether or not you should participate in your scheduled course, please call us directly. If you wish to remain in the course but cannot physically perform all of the skills required by the Canadian Red Cross you will receive a participation card.

Notice of Photography:

By registering and attending this training on the date chosen by the customer, the customer grants Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc, and it’s authorized representatives, permission to photograph them. (Photos/images taken at this event may be used to promote similar Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc events and trainings in the future, highlight the event and exhibit the capabilities, products and/or services of Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc.)

Email & Text Opt-In:

By registering for a safety training course with Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc., you opt-in to receive email and text correspondence. You may opt-out at any time by replying, “STOP”

Personal Data:

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Coast2Coast Safety Shop/Supplies:

Shipping and Tracking:

Your products will be shipped within 1 to 2 business days of your order date. To us, shipping is not just creating a packing slip and sending off with the courier. We will ensure the product that is sent to you is fully tested and passes our final inspections. Once, all done, we will ship the product to you using the services that will get the order to your specified address faster.

Once the order is shipped, we will update your order with a Tracking ID and from that point forward you can track the shipping of the item by simply logging into your account.

Depending on your region and the shipping method you have chosen (Standard, Express) the shipping time may vary. Standard shipping normally takes an average of 4-6 days while with Express shipping, you will get your product in just 2-4 days, how amazing is that.

Returns Procedure:

Returns are accepted within the first 30 days of your purchase. If 30 days have gone by since your purchase, unfortunately, we cannot offer you a refund or exchange.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.

*Please note, that the following items will not be accepted for returns and are considered final sales:

Personal Protective Equipment (Gloves, Masks, Gowns and, Face Shield)

Disinfectants

Non-contact Thermometers

To complete your return, send us a brief description along with pictures of what went wrong. The description needs to simply explain to us what the problem is with our product, so we can fix it for future orders or provide you with tips on how to fix the issue yourself. Once submitted allow us two business days to process and investigate the matter and we will get in touch with you with return instructions along with the return labels. We will process the refund to you, once we receive the product and confirm the health of the equipment received.

There are certain situations where only partial or no refunds are granted (if applicable)

– Obvious signs of use

– Any plans that have been provided to the customer along with the purchase.

– Any item not in its original condition is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error

Refunds (if applicable):

Once your return is received and inspected, we will send you an email to notify you that we have received your returned item. We will also notify you of the approval or rejection of your refund.

If you are approved, then your refund will be processed, and a credit will automatically be applied to your credit card or original method of payment, within 5-7 business days depending on the type of card you have used (Amex, VISA, Mastercard, etc.)

Late or Missing Refunds:

If you haven’t received a refund yet, first check your bank account again.

Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.

Next, contact your bank. There is often some processing time before a refund is posted.

If you’ve done all of this and you still have not received your refund, please contact us at contact@c2cfirstaidaquatics.com

Sale items:

Only regular priced items may be refunded, unfortunately, sale items cannot be refunded.

Exchanges:

Exchanges are not applicable. If there’s an issue (wrong/defective) with your order, send us a brief description along with pictures of what went wrong. The description needs to simply explain to us what the problem is with our product, so we can fix it for future orders. Once submitted allow us two business days to process and investigate the matter and we will get in touch with you with return instructions along with the return labels. Once we complete the return process, we will send you a replacement order.

Return Shipping:

If you are shipping us a returned product, ensure to follow our instructions carefully. We will provide the address and details. If the item is faulty/ defective, we will provide you with a paid shipping label, otherwise, you are responsible for shipping costs of the product.

If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance.

Some of Our Happy Clients

Testimonials!

Teanna Lal
13 hours ago
I had the best time ever! My instructor was Dimitrih Lafleur. Coming in I was really nervous but as soon as he started teaching and talking he made me feel so welcome and confident that I could pass! I had the best time in there, I haven’t laughed like that in so long, especially in a class. I had an amazing time and will definitely be coming back in the future.
jathursa m
17 hours ago
Instructor Loveleen Singh was great at demonstrating all skills! He provided great examples and the class was very interactive.
Suzanna Shaheenian
17 hours ago
Great class and Loveleen was a great instructor and made the class very enjoying and engaging!
Dom Chua
17 hours ago
Good, communicative and interactive instructor.
Debbie R
17 hours ago
Efficient dreaming. Instructor was informative will renew here in one year.
Aishani Kumar
17 hours ago
My instructor was Selina rawe, she did a really good job in explaining the info and keeping the class engaged
Connie Stella
17 hours ago
Selina was amazing for my BLS recertification! She was funny, engaging, and made the class really enjoyable. She explained everything clearly and created such a great learning environment. Highly recommend!
Riley Woolley
17 hours ago
Selina Rawe was my instructor, she was lovely, kind, and very knowledgeable. With tons of personal experience and knowledge! Would definitely recommend her session if your looking for interactive, informative and engaging BLS learning!!!
Franklin Ijezue
17 hours ago
ALI was wonderful … he knows how to teach so well We laughed and learned well….. I recommend Coast 2 Coast
alessia frutti
17 hours ago
I had Selina Rawe as a trainer. She was wonderful and relayed information in an entertaining and informative way making the evaluation easy and successful! Selina was also very funny and made the 4 hour BLS training much more engaging. Thank you, Selina!
Response from the owner:Hi Alessia! We strive to offer the best training experience possible, and that is why your review is very important to us! We’re so glad we were able to train you at our Newmarket CPR training facility, someone who could potentially save a life in the future. Thanks for choosing Coast2Coast to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
arezou khosronia
17 hours ago
Arian was an excellent instructor. He taught the class with great knowledge, experience, and teaching skills. The atmosphere of the class was very positive and comfortable. I really hope he will be our instructor again in the next class.
Atoosa
17 hours ago
I had a wonderful experience learning BLS with Selina. She was very knowledgeable, patient, and encouraging throughout the course. Selina explained everything clearly and made the training both engaging and easy to understand. She created a comfortable learning environment and helped build my confidence in CPR and emergency response skills. I truly appreciate her professionalism and kindness, and I highly recommend her to anyone looking for excellent BLS training.
Pantea Mokhtari
17 hours ago
Had a really good experience with Aryan as my CPR instructor he was kind understanding, and made the class interactive instead of stressful. He was also very flexible and approachable which made learning a lot easier. He is a great instructor!! 🙂
Jenifer Hernandez
17 hours ago
Amazing instructor. Aryen is very kind and helpful. He gives you confidence and gives good feedback to become a future instructor yourself.
Natasha Pereira
17 hours ago
I did my CPR/First Aid Course with Coast 2 Coast and it was a fantastic experience. Aryan was an incredible instructor. Thank you Coast 2 Coast!
Tabassum Fatima
17 hours ago
Ellen Scott
17 hours ago
vassili soklaridis
18 hours ago
The course was very informative, but our instructed ifé still made it interesting, and pretty enjoyable!
Kim Robertson
18 hours ago
Very thorough & knowledgeable instructor
Livin Varghese
18 hours ago
The instructor Ali Sekhavati is the best First Aid & CPR instructor I ever had. Very friendly, experienced and informative. I like his class.
Victoria Precious
18 hours ago
Mr. Ali Sekhavati was a great and interactive instructor. He made sure the entire class was engaged in some way and it helped me to concentrate for the duration of 8 hours 🙂
Yu Fan (Leo)
18 hours ago
Ali is amazing!
Kelly Huangfu
18 hours ago
Asia Brook
18 hours ago
Mr. Ali was an amazing teacher! Very knowledgeable and made the SFA/CPR class very fun!
Victoria Soares
18 hours ago
Ali made the course entertaining and fun!
Renee
20 hours ago
Good instructor who thoroughly described course material.
navjot kaur
22 hours ago
Very professional instructor and made the learning much easy, practical and fun!
Daniela Andrade
23 hours ago
Selina Rawe was amazing. Made the class super fun! Will be coming back for sure!
Precious Kingsley
23 hours ago
Selina Rawe is a good instructor and very friendly. I passed my course
Azwa Ali
23 hours ago
I had an amazing learning experience taking the BLS course with instructor Selina Rawe. She was very knowledgeable and supportive which made my learning experience positive and helped me become more confident in my BLS skills. Thank you so much, definitely recommend it!
Rowan Slattery
23 hours ago
Selina was great, very funny and good course
Natalie Akbar
23 hours ago
Selina Rawe was a fantastic instructor. Clear and concise information and instructions. Best instructor I’ve had over the last 4 years of taking course.
asmara zaki
1 day ago
Mansi Suthar
1 day ago
Dipali Patel
2 days ago
I recently completed a First Aid training course, and it was an excellent experience from start to finish. The course was well-structured, practical, and very informative, covering all the essential topics with real-life scenarios that made the learning engaging and easy to understand. A special appreciation goes to the instructor- Scott F, who was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and supportive throughout the training. They explained concepts clearly, encouraged questions, and made sure everyone felt confident performing the techniques. Their hands-on approach and real-world examples truly made a difference in helping us retain the information.
Mohammed Alkeldi
2 days ago
Best
purity fejiro ilaya
2 days ago
Samira Lavei
3 days ago
Kia was very knowledgeable! You can tell that he is really invested in you learning the standard skills that could save a life!
Jennifer Lee
3 days ago
Incredibly fun, the instructor John was extremely professional and engaging. The place is a bit small and doesn’t have any desks (unlike some other centres) so the seating was a bit uncomfortable. However, the course is very beneficial
Nekoda Purvis
3 days ago
Ashaf is such a fantastic teacher! Taught the course efficiently and encouragingly. Such a fun person. Thank you!
Haya Shoir
3 days ago
Ashraf was a fantastic BLS instructor. Learned a lot and I feel much more confident in my skills
Rim Azam
4 days ago
I recommend for everyone to have their training here, Parbh so knowledgeable and nice and handling conflict situations with customer.
Response from the owner:Hey Rim! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast Hamilton office! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Chocolate
4 days ago
Mr, Ali is the best, thank you.
Olujimi Osopale
4 days ago
The session was interesting. I enjoyed it instructor Ali’s presentation
Amy T.
4 days ago
Mr.Ali imparted great knowhow. Learned practical skills from the class. Thank you. Will come here again..
Brandi Morrison
4 days ago
Very engaging and informative. Practical component and knowledge of course helped to better retain information and have a better understanding of how to provide care
SpherEarth Inc.
4 days ago
Awesome
Deniz Kaya
4 days ago
The instructor Ali was great teacher made ir so fun to learn and it was my third time renewal of my BLS certificate! I recommend this place
Evelyn Kim
4 days ago
Harmony S.
4 days ago
Great instructor and excellent experience. Ali took the time to thoroughly explain the material and made sure we fully understood each concept, which prepared us very well for the BLS test. He was very kind and funny.

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