Coast2Coast offers advanced courses and training to first responders and those providing care in a pre-hospital setting. All training courses at Coast2Coast, including First Responder (FR) & Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), are based on Canadian Red Cross guidelines.

A team approach to professional life-support skills is offered in courses that meet the needs of emergency medical services (EMS) personnel. Courses also vary in the number of hours individuals go under training. Each of our Professional Responder courses covers a variety of topics from basic (circulation and breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission) to advanced (sudden medical emergencies and injuries to the head and/or spine), including instruction dedicated to understanding workplace legislation and responsibilities.

Courses offered are:

First Responder (FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

First Responder
(FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

Register for a Professional Responder Course

Ready to increase your skills and register for one of these advanced training courses? Complete your First Responder or Emergency Medical Responder certification now!

For further information about any of our Professional Responder courses, please contact our head office or scroll down to learn more. We cannot wait to build your confidence as a First Responder in Canada.

Recent Awards and Recognition

Canadian Red Cross Top 3 National Training Provider Award 2024 badge

National Professional Responder Provider Award 2024 – Coast2Coast First Aid

National First Aid & CPR Provider Award 2024 – Coast2Coast

Top 3 Provincial First Aid & CPR Training Provider Award 2024 – Coast2Coast

Canadian Red Cross Top 3 National Training Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics

Canadian Red Cross Top National First Aid & CPR Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast

Canadian Red Cross National Professional Responder Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast First Aid

Canadian Red Cross Top 3 Provincial Training Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics

First Responder (FR)
Training Courses

One of our most advanced training courses is the First Responder or First Responder Recertification course. These courses were created to teach students in first responder roles various life-saving techniques they will require for their job.

Whether you are completing First Responder training for the first time or recertifying your current certificate, students can expect to learn and practice everything from head and spinal injuries to handling multiple-casualty incidents to birthing a baby. Practice your hands-on skills with top-notch training equipment. Learn from our highly skilled instructors with years of experience!

First Responder

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Requirements

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

First Responder Recertification

Duration

20 hours teaching time

2-day training

Requirements

Proof of valid First Responder Canadian
Red Cross Certification

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued.

First Responder

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Requirements

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

First Responder Recertification

Duration

20 hours teaching time

2-day training

Requirements

Proof of valid First Responder Canadian
Red Cross Certification

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued.

Emergency Medical
Responder (EMR)
Training Courses

As an EMR student, your course will heavily focus on skills-based training. Students may choose to enroll in the full EMR course, EMR Recertification or EMR Upgrade. These advanced courses will prepare students who are/will become firefighters, rescue safety members and other first responder roles to save lives.

Practice your hands-on skills and gain the opportunity to use stretchers, Prestan manikins, BVMs, traction splints and more! We guarantee that you will feel confident in your life-saving skills after completing your training with us at Coast2Coast. Register today!

Emergency Medical
Responder

Duration

80 hours teaching time

8-day training

Course Content:

Must be certified in Standard First Aid &
CPR-C

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one
trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Recertification

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid Emergency Medical Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one
trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Upgrade

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid First Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one
trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder

Duration

80 hours teaching time

8-day training

Course Content:

Must be certified in standard First Aid &
CPR-C

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one
trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Recertification

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid Emergency Medical Responder
Canadian Red Cross Certificate

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one
trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Upgrade

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid First Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge
test

Successful demonstration of required skills

Successfully complete minimum of two
practical scenarios (one medical, one
trauma)

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Hear From Our Students!

Video Testimonial Compilation

Ready to embark on your Professional Responder journey? At Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics, we strive to provide the best training experience possible. Our goal is to empower our students with life-saving skills required for their careers, school program or just general knowledge. Our facilities across Canada include high-quality First Aid and CPR training equipment and experienced Canadian Red Cross instructors. Do you need help registering for a course? Contact us today!

What To Expect During FR/EMR Training

Students will practice hands-on skills with the best training equipment around! This training is heavily scenario-based. Students will be required to think on the spot in order to provide the best care for their “patient.” Each student will respond to multiple scenarios under the guidance of an experienced Canadian Red Cross instructor.

Not only will you learn how to perform techniques, you will also learn how to communicate and work as a team. It is important to understand that working together can make the difference between life and death.

During scenario training, students will have the opportunity to act as a primary responder, secondary responder, victim and bystander. Primary responders must give orders to their secondary responder. Each responder must work together to care for the victim. They must also communicate with the bystander and victim to find out more information regarding the incident.

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Some of Our Happy Clients

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Lina Delgado

7 hours ago

Buen lugar para aprender RCP y primeros auxilios!

Raymond Paolo Comilang

9 hours ago

Ali was an amazing instructor, fun and interactive. He encouraged many of us to partake in questions and answers, regardless if we knew them or were incorrect. The simulations boosted my confidence, and when I made mistakes he was their to help me do better. Thank you Ali, thank you Coast2Coast.

Connor Edington

9 hours ago

Maria was the best first aid instructor I've ever had. I enjoyed the hybrid online/in-class learning approach.

Sravya Rao

10 hours ago

Such a wonderful and amazing tutor. He is such cool person.

Iris Zong

10 hours ago

Great experience overall! Ali made the long lecture fun and engaging, rlly learned a lot！

Lisa Yang

10 hours ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lisa! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification in Scarborough. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Billy Bob

10 hours ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Billy Bob! ⭐ We hope to see you again for your next recertification in Scarborough. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Serena Caronis

10 hours ago

I had a great experience with my instructor pratyus. he was extremely informative and helpful, and great at answering our questions thoroughly and honestly. there were great hands on trainings and just practical learning via slides and him instructing. for my first time learning standard first aid/cpr c, I definitely recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Serena! 🎉 We're so glad you had such a great first experience with Pratyus. It is wonderful to hear that his helpful answers and hands-on guidance made your Standard First Aid training in North York so practical and engaging. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Greg Babiak

12 hours ago

Great instructor who was very knowledgeable. Would recommend.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the recommendation, Greg! ⭐ We're so glad you found our instructor knowledgeable during your Standard First Aid course in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Abdullah Rehman

1 day ago

The first aid training was a great experience and very informative. The instructors explained everything clearly and made the lessons engaging with hands on activities and real life scenarios. I learned important skills such as CPR, how to respond to emergencies, and how to provide basic first aid safely and confidently. The training was well organized, and I now feel much more prepared to help someone in an emergency. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone because the skills learned are valuable and could make a real difference in someone's life.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Abdullah! 🎉 We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed the hands-on activities and real-life scenarios during your Standard First Aid course in North York. It is wonderful that you now feel prepared and confident to help in an emergency. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Pariya Barouzeh

1 day ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Pariya! ⭐ We hope to see you in North York for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Ed Rolyn Bayan

1 day ago

I had an excellent experience with Dimitri as our First Aid and CPR instructor. He is extremely knowledgeable and explains everything in a clear, easy-to-understand way. What really made the class enjoyable was his sense of humor—he made us laugh while learning, so there was never a dull moment. The hands-on training was engaging, and I left the course feeling much more confident in my first aid and CPR skills. Thank you, Dimitri, for making the class both educational and fun. I highly recommend him to anyone taking a First Aid and CPR course!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ed Rolyn! 🙏 We agree, Dimitri is fantastic at keeping the class laughing while teaching those important hands-on skills. We're glad he helped you build confidence during your Standard First Aid course in Mississauga. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Nenya

1 day ago

María was super informative, friendly, with a great sense of humour. She made this class such an enjoyable experience. Gracias!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Nenya! 🎉 We agree, María is fantastic at bringing a great sense of humour to our Red Cross certification courses. We're glad you had such an enjoyable class with her in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

corina bennett

2 days ago

Christina was a great instructor, very kind and outgoing!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Corina! 🎉 We agree, Christina is a fantastic instructor who brings such a kind and outgoing energy to the class. We are glad you had a great experience during your Red Cross certification training in Hamilton. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Riki

2 days ago

The classes are good and prices are reasonable. The instructor Meera is a wonderful teacher.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Riki! 🎉 We agree that Meera is a wonderful teacher who makes the lessons so engaging. We're glad you had a great experience getting your Red Cross certification in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Heidi MacDonald

2 days ago

Shame the instructor was fantastic. He made the information easy to understand and lots of fun to learn. I would recommend his class.

Neil Noseworthy

2 days ago

Coast to coast first aid training course was well run. I feel confident that I can handle most common injuries in my work place or on the street of my home.

2 days ago

I had an excellent experience taking the Standard First Aid & CPR course at Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Markham. The course was very well organized, informative, and hands-on, making it easy to understand and apply the skills in real-life situations. A special thank you to our instructor, Meera Patel, who was exceptional. She was knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly engaging throughout the class. She explained every concept clearly, demonstrated each skill thoroughly, and encouraged everyone to participate and ask questions. Her friendly and supportive teaching style made the entire course enjoyable and helped build my confidence in performing First Aid and CPR. I truly appreciate the quality of training and would highly recommend Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Markham.Thank you for such a valuable and rewarding learning experience!

oyewumi oluwatobi adeoye

2 days ago

Saika made the learning process very engaging. She thought the skills in ways you wouldn’t forget. She’s an excellent tutor.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Oyewumi! 🎉 We agree that Saika is an excellent instructor who knows how to make the skills stick. We are so glad you had such a great experience getting your Red Cross certification in Calgary. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Gilbert Eloriaga

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Gilbert! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in Burlington when it is time for your next CPR/AED training renewal. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

adedeji ayodeji

2 days ago

Saika was absolutely amazing. She taught the class meticulously. Her teaching style was engaging and professional. I would definitely recommend her.

Response from the owner:Thank you, adedeji! ⭐ We agree, Saika is wonderful at teaching meticulously and keeping the class professional. It is great to hear she made your Red Cross certification experience in Calgary so engaging. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Ethan Hug

2 days ago

First aid training had went well, the instructor was thoughtful and personal. Saika rafique leapt the class engaged.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ethan! 🎉 We agree that Saika Rafique is wonderful at keeping the class engaged and providing a thoughtful experience. We are so glad you had a great time completing your Standard First Aid training in Calgary. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Dina Sara

2 days ago

Amanda Monegat

2 days ago

I had a great experience learning from Saika Rafique. She is an excellent instructor!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Amanda! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is an excellent instructor who makes the training engaging. We're so glad you had a great experience with your CPR/AED training in Calgary. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Abeeha Fatima

2 days ago

Saika Rafique was really helpful and a great instructor!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Abeeha! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is fantastic at keeping the class helpful and engaging. It's great to hear you had such a positive experience getting your Red Cross certification in Calgary. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Our First Aid & CPR Training Facilities in Canada

Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics provides WSIB-approved and OHS-approved First Aid, CPR, EMR, Youth training courses and more in over 25 locations in Canada! We pride ourselves on providing the best training experience possible, ensuring our students leave their course feeling confident in their life-saving skills.

Professional Responder Program

Courses offered are:

First Responder (FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

First Responder (FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

Register for a Professional Responder Course

Recent Awards and Recognition

First Responder (FR) Training Courses

First Responder

Duration

Requirements

Certification

First Responder Recertification

Duration

Requirements

Certification

First Responder

Duration

Requirements

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Training Courses

Emergency Medical Responder

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder Recertification

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder Upgrade

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Hear From Our Students!

What To Expect During FR/EMR Training

Some of Our Happy Clients

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Our First Aid & CPR Training Facilities in Canada

Professional
Responder
Program

First Responder
(FR)

First Responder (FR)
Training Courses

Emergency Medical
Responder (EMR)
Training Courses

Emergency Medical
Responder

Emergency Medical
Responder Recertification

Emergency Medical
Responder Upgrade

Emergency Medical
Responder