Skip to content

Psychological First Aid Course

This course is designed for anyone 16 years (recommended) or older who is interested in learning about how psychology plays just as important a role as physical first aiders in our day-to-day lives. Psychological First Aid teaches participants about the effects of stress, loss, trauma and grief of themselves and others. It is important for participants to understand these effects so they are able to help themselves or others handle life’s challenges or mental health issues. 

We all know someone who is suffering with their mental health whether that is from stress, trauma or grief. What we may not know is how they are coping with their problem. Many of those who are suffering require emotional and psychological support in order to properly heal.

This course focuses on self-care and personal protection so participants can learn to build resiliency against these challenges and maintain a proper balance of their mental, emotional and physical health. Not only will you learn how to help yourself, you will also learn how to identify and prevent stress for others and become a caring, supportive listener.

Psychological First Aid Course Coast2Coast
All In-Class Training:12 hours teaching time
Online Blended Training:90 minutes online
7 hours teaching time
Course Content:

The Red Cross

Case Studies

Psychological First Aid

Operational Principles

Stress, Distress

Loss and Grief

Trauma

Indicators

Vulnerable Populations

Supportive Communication

Look, Listen, Link, Live

Resiliency and Protective Factors

Protection

Policies, Legislation

Self-Care

Requirements:

16 years of age (recommended)

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice knowledge test

Certification:Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

Online Psychological First Aid Training Courses

For those who do not have groups of 8+ participants to complete the in-class Psychological First Aid course, we also offer online-only training courses. Our online-only Psychological First Aid courses allow you to learn valuable skills from the comfort of your own home.

At Coast2Coast, we offer two types of Psychological First Aid online training courses. These include: Self Care or Caring for Others. If you’d like to complete both, you may choose the bundle option for a discounted price. Select a course below to learn more about it.

Some of Our Happy Clients

Testimonials!

Google Reviewer
petra patasi
6 hours 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!
Google Reviewer
Leann Davis
7 hours ago
Dimitrih was an excellent instructor. Had a great day
Response from the owner:Hi Leann! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Rajeev as your instructor at Coast2Coast Brampton location. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!
Google Reviewer
Pierre Riccardo
8 hours 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
Google Reviewer
Oyinkansola Sorinmade
12 hours ago
Hi guys my name is Abigael and it was my first time doing the BLS certification for my nursing program. My instructor was Rasha and she was SO amazing, I really learned a lot in that class there was such a great vibe! I was so nervous but she really explained everything well and made it all so easy to understand. Overall 10/10 experience I would totally recommend this to everyone looking to get their BLS certification!!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Abigael! 🎉 We agree, Rasha is wonderful at easing nerves and making the BLS Provider course in Brampton so easy to understand. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Lmia Mursal
14 hours ago
I just did my Red Cross CPR-C + AED renewal, and it was exactly what I needed. The instructor, Nida Farooque, made everything clear and didn’t just rush through. We practiced adult, child, and infant CPR multiple times until we were confident. The AED trainer was exactly like the real one. I highly recommend it to anyone in healthcare, nursing, or PSW who needs yearly renewal. Fast and professional.
Google Reviewer
Robert Wheeler
1 day ago
Dimitrih was the best instructor!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Robert! 🎉 We agree that Dimitrih is an amazing instructor who makes CPR/AED training both engaging and easy to learn. We are so glad you had a great experience with us in Brampton. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
石田愛結
1 day ago
英語で少し不安でしたが講師の先生がとても優しく、私が分からない顔していると日本語訳して下さり本当に感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです。講習内容もとてもわかりやすく説明して下さりました。
Response from the owner:Thank you, 石田愛結! 🙏 We are so glad our instructor helped make you feel comfortable and took the extra time to translate and explain the course content clearly. It is great to hear you had a positive experience earning your Red Cross certification in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Jeena James
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Jeena! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in Mississauga for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
buuh Ali
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, buuh Ali! ⭐ We hope to see you back in Edmonton for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Israel Ríos Rodriguez
1 day ago
I enjoyed the training course by Mr. Ali, really dynamic class I enjoyed and he made this 8 hrs pass so Quick !
Photo from customer review
Response from the owner:Thank you, Israel! 🎉 We agree that Mr. Ali is wonderful at keeping the class dynamic and making the hours fly by during your Red Cross certification training in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Akinbayo Owolabi
1 day ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Akinbayo! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Sukhjot Kaur
1 day ago
Hi my name is Sukhjot!! This is gonna be a bit of long review as there is lot to say about Mr Ali who was our instructor..What a human he iss!!!! Explained everything in so much detail without getting exhausted and answered all questions so patiently. Made sure we were ready for the test with all the knowledge he could give, loved his saying” I don’t care if you pass or fail as long as you have knowledge helping others when you leave from here “. Amazing human, very generous, very kind. Such people leave a memory and impact in your mind and heart for whole life. I could recognize him from thousands of people crowd whenever I will see him, If you are reading this Mr Ali, thank you.❤️
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sukhjot! ❤️ We agree, Mr Ali is an amazing instructor who truly cares about his students gaining real-world skills. We are so glad his patient teaching style made your Standard First Aid training in North York so memorable. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Padina Nejad
1 day ago
I had a class with Ali Sekhavati, he was amazing. The class was not borong and I enjoyed whole class and learned a lot.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Padina! 🎉 We agree, Ali Sekhavati is fantastic at keeping his classes engaging and far from boring. We are so glad you enjoyed earning your Red Cross certification with us in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
febbie angela
1 day ago
Ali is a great teacher!! He is professional and provides great expertise in the course. He is very kind, funny and helps whenever you have questions. I really recommend him if you have to do your CPR/First aid certification 😊
Response from the owner:Thank you, febbie angela! 🎉 We agree that Ali is a wonderful instructor who brings great expertise and humor to his classes in North York. We are so glad he was able to answer all your questions during your Standard First Aid course. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
georgia makedonas
1 day ago
My experience was great!! Ali was a great instructor and I feel very confident that if an emergency every occurred I would be able to help accordingly!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Georgia! 💪 We agree that Ali is a fantastic instructor who is excellent at building confidence for real-world emergencies. We are glad you had such a great experience during your CPR/AED training in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Daniel Yebio
1 day ago
Ali is the goat
Response from the owner:Thank you, Daniel! 🎉 We agree, Ali is the goat and does an amazing job with Red Cross certification training here in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Aidan Gideon
2 days ago
Ali was fantastic. Great instructor! Thank you!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Aidan! 🎉 We agree that Ali is a fantastic instructor who keeps everyone engaged. We're glad you had a great experience completing your CPR/AED training in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Toyosi Ogunbanwo
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Toyosi! 🙏 We hope to see you in London for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Rachel Ta
2 days ago
I just recently went here to receive my bls certificate and I had a great time, my instructor Andrea was very kind and welcoming. I would definitely come again next year!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rachel! 🎉 We agree, Andrea is wonderful at making everyone feel welcome. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your BLS Provider certificate with us in Hamilton. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Sabah M yusuf
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sabah! ⭐ We hope to see you in North York for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Daysha
2 days ago
I had a great experience completing my BLS training at Coast2Coast First Aid's Hamilton location. The instructor was knowledgeable, engaging, and explained everything clearly while making the class interactive and easy to follow. The hands-on practice helped me feel confident using the skills I learned, and the training environment was welcoming and well organized. I would definitely recommend Coast2Coast First Aid to anyone looking for professional, high-quality BLS training.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Daysha! 💪 We're so glad the hands-on practice during your BLS Provider course in Hamilton helped you feel confident in your skills. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
King Sol
2 days ago
Ali was amazing, professional and knowledgeable instructor.
Response from the owner:Thank you, King Sol! 🎉 We agree that Ali is an amazing and professional instructor who brings so much knowledge to the classroom. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Scarborough. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Muhammad Tariq
2 days ago
Nice teacher nice place for studying and practical.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Muhammad! 🙏 We are so glad you found our London facility to be a great place for studying and practical practice. It is wonderful to hear that you enjoyed learning from our instructor during your CPR/AED training. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Mehak kaur
2 days ago
the instructor Ali is awesome. u really learn a lot
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mehak! 🎉 We agree that Ali is awesome and does a fantastic job of helping everyone learn a lot during their CPR/AED training in Scarborough. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! – The Coast2Coast Team
Google Reviewer
Riliwan Radji-Akani
2 days ago
Very professional
Response from the owner:Thank you, Riliwan! 🎉 We are glad to hear that you found our CPR/AED training in Scarborough so professional. Feel free to refer your friends and family – we'd love to help them too! – The Coast2Coast Team

Shopping cart