First Aid &
CPR/AED
Recertification

First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification
Methods and Courses

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First Aid & CPR Recertification

Recertification courses are designed to refresh your memory and life-saving skills. The All-In-Class format is a great way to re-learn the skills you were once taught by a Canadian Red Cross instructor. This format allows students to complete their full training course in a classroom setting.

Attend your training anywhere from four to eight hours depending on the course level you have registered for. After completing and passing an exam, students will receive a temporary certificate which is valid for 30 days. Within 5-10 business days, students will receive a PDF copy of their certificate via email.
With the All-In-Class format, students are able to complete their training in one go with an experienced Canadian Red Cross instructor. Refresh your memory with theory and hands-on practice. This format is available for public training.

CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration

4 hours teaching time

Requirements

Proof of valid certification from an accepted WSIB-approved/OHS-approved provider

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice
knowledge test

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification

Duration

5.5 hours teaching time

Requirements

Proof of valid Canadian Red Cross
Certification

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice
knowledge test

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

*NOTE: Only available for Alberta residents

Standard First Aid & CPR / AED Level C Recertification

Duration

8 hours teaching time

Requirements

Proof of valid Canadian Red Cross Certification (Ontario residents only: must be from a full training course)

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice
knowledge test

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

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At Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics, our unwavering dedication lies in delivering community-centric programs that empower individuals with vital life-saving skills. We are committed to equipping every participant in our courses with the essential techniques to respond confidently in the face of diverse emergencies. Although we hope that such situations never arise, we stand ready to promptly and effectively address them when necessary. Our facilities spanning across Canada are equipped with state-of-the-art First Aid and CPR equipment and supplies, ensuring the highest standard of care. Discover the breadth of our Canadian Red Cross programs or contact us for expert guidance in selecting the course that best suits your unique needs and circumstances.

Recertification
Eligibility

In order to be eligible for a Recertification course at Coast2Coast, you must have a valid (not expired) certificate from the Canadian Red Cross. If you are registering for a CPR Recertification course, your current certificate is not required to be from the Canadian Red Cross, but must be from a WSIB-approved or OHS-approved provider. Conditions vary based on the province you are completing your training in as well as the course level you wish to register for.

Currently, we provide First Aid & CPR training in Ontario and Alberta.

First Aid & CPR Recertification

In Ontario and Alberta, you may recertify CPR/AED Level C more than once. If you currently hold a CPR/AED Level C certificate from a Recertification course, you are welcome to take another Recertification course as many times as you want, provided that your current certificate is not expired.

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C cannot be recertified in Ontario. You must complete the full training course instead. However, Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C can be recertified in Alberta.

Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C can be recertified in both Ontario and Alberta, but in Ontario, it can only be recertified once. This means you will need to alternate between a full course and a Recertification course.

Professional Responder Recertification

You may complete a Recertification course each time you need to renew your First Responder or Emergency Medical Responder certification as long as your current certificate is not expired.

Basic Life Support

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Basic Life Support (BLS-HCP) training has been designed for healthcare professionals. This course covers high-intensity CPR as a team in settings such as a hospital.

By registering for both First Aid and Basic Life Support, students are eligible for a bundle discount deal!

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Testimonial

Kandace Doiron
19 minutes ago
Alex Yee
54 minutes ago
Meryam Zanzoul
1 hour ago
Interesting interactive class with the instructor Saika Rafique. Highly recommended
Connor McGough
1 hour ago
Saika was a great instructor, making the class enjoyable and very educational
Dawit
1 hour ago
Instructor was great and very engaging. Overall great workshop and class
Hammed Meminat
2 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Hammed Meminat! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification in Edmonton. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Pascale
3 hours ago
I very much enjoyed the course. The instructor was very knowledgeable, nice, patient, and taught the material in a way that everyone could understand. All of the expectations where clear and I feel confident with topics I learned during the session. I would take the course again with Coast2Coast for those reasons.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Pascale! 🎉 We are so glad to hear that you feel confident with the topics you learned and that our instructor made everything so easy to understand during your Standard First Aid course in Burlington. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Mohammad Safari
3 hours ago
Excellent course! It was very practical, engaging, and enjoyable. I truly believe everyone should take a First Aid & CPR course because one day it could help save your own life or the life of someone you love. Kianoosh Afzali is an outstanding instructor with great knowledge and an excellent teaching style. Highly recommended!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mohammad! 🙏 We agree that Kianoosh Afzali is an outstanding instructor who makes the material so engaging. It is wonderful that you found your CPR/AED training in Richmond Hill to be so practical. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Larry M B. (Black Eagle)
3 hours ago
At first I was feeling nervous and feared that it’s going to be tough. But listening intently to the instructor and doing the demonstration properly, everything went smoothly and was able to pass the test 98%.👍
Response from the owner:Thank you, Larry! 🎉 We know it is common to feel a bit nervous at first, but passing your test with a 98% is an incredible achievement. We're glad the demonstrations helped everything go smoothly during your Red Cross certification in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Annie p
4 hours ago
Andrea was an excellent instructor.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Annie! 🎉 We agree, Andrea is an excellent instructor who does a fantastic job with our Red Cross certification courses. We are so glad you had a great experience with her in Burlington. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Pascal desire Monthe
4 hours ago
I appreciate walaa for the training
Response from the owner:Thank you, Pascal! 🙏 We agree, Walaa is an excellent instructor who makes our CPR/AED training in Mississauga so engaging. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Maelat Worku
4 hours ago
My instructor was Walaa for the Intermediate/Standard CPR & AED Level C course at the Mississauga location. This was a really well done course! The instructions were clear, condcise and helpful. Walaa was patient and kind as she took her time, explaining all the steps, checking in, and offering assistance when needed.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Maelat! 🎉 We agree that Walaa is wonderful at being patient and taking her time to explain every step clearly. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your CPR Level C with us in Mississauga. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
samantha morrison
4 hours ago
Walaa was very knowledgeable and made this class very fun
Response from the owner:Thank you, Samantha! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at making the class both educational and fun. We're glad you had a great experience earning your Standard First Aid in Mississauga. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jassi Samra
4 hours ago
I had a great learning experience with my teacher Walaa. She is very kind, patient, and explains everything clearly. She makes learning easy and comfortable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jassi! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at making everyone feel comfortable and explaining things clearly. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in Mississauga. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jessica Sawchuck
4 hours ago
Very informative course and easy to understand. My instructor Walaa was very helpful and insightful in terms of conducting this course.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jessica! 🎉 We agree that Walaa is wonderful at making our Red Cross certification course in Mississauga so informative and easy to understand. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Raa'ed Mustafa
4 hours ago
Amazing course. Online portion was concise and detailed and the in person course was comprehensive and explained perfectly. Walaa was an amazing instructor as well!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Raa'ed! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is an amazing instructor who does a fantastic job making the in-person part of our blended learning course in Mississauga so comprehensive. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Taylor Hua
4 hours ago
Amazing instruction for course: Walaa She was very insightful and helpful to pass intermediate CPR first aid
Response from the owner:Thank you, Taylor! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at making our Standard First Aid course in Oakville so insightful and helpful. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jordon McCormack
6 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for the great rating, Jordon! ⭐ We hope to see you back in Mississauga for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Abdullah
6 hours ago
The session with my team is excellent
Response from the owner:Thank you, Abdullah! 🎉 We are so glad to hear that the CPR/AED training session with your team in North York was such an excellent experience. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Manha
6 hours ago
I had such a good time doing Cpr training with Shar. She was very entertaining and made the entire lesson so fun.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Manha! 🎉 We agree, Shar is wonderful at keeping the energy high and making the class so fun. We are glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Johora Fatema
6 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Johora! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Nelofer Ahmed
6 hours ago
Great training experience with Walah. The course was clear, engaging, and very helpful.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nelofer! 🎉 We agree, Walah is fantastic at making our CPR/AED training clear and engaging. We're so glad you had a great experience with us in Mississauga. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Scott Hayden
7 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Scott! 🎉 We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Валентина Гординская
10 hours ago
It was a very positive and beneficial experience with a very friendly atmosphere, created by our instructor, Meera Patel.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Валентина! 🎉 We agree, Meera Patel is wonderful at creating a friendly and positive atmosphere for learning. We're so glad you had such a beneficial experience during your Red Cross certification course in East York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Nicola
12 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thanks for choosing us in Scarborough, Nicola! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

What Courses can
be Recertified?

We offer Recertification courses for many different training levels including CPR/AED Level C, Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, First Responder and Emergency Medical Responder.

If you would like to recertify any other certificates (CPR/AED Level A or Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, for example), then you may need to register for a full training course. Some courses are not available for Recertification depending on the province.

  • CPR/AED Level A: No Recertification course is available for CPR/AED Level A. You must complete the full training.
  • CPR/AED Level C: Recertification is available for CPR/AED Level C and can be recertified multiple times in a row.
  • Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C: Recertification is only available to our Alberta residents and can be recertified multiple times in a row. Ontario does not allow Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification.
  • Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C: Recertification is available for Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C. In Alberta, the course may be recertified multiple times in a row, but in Ontario, you must alternate between a full course and a Recertification course.
  • First Responder: Recertification is available for First Responder and can be recertified multiple times in a row.
  • Emergency Medical Responder: Recertification is available for Emergency Medical Responder and can be recertified multiple times in a row.

If your current First Aid and CPR/AED certificate from the Canadian Red Cross is about to expire, then you should enroll in a WSIB approved or OHS-approved Recertification course. With recertification training, students will primarily focus on practicing hands-on skills such as CPR, bandaging and more.

Refresh your memory by practicing the skills you were once taught and learn new life-saving techniques from a certified Canadian Red Cross instructor! Recertification training will occur over a shorter duration of time compared to the full training course you originally completed.

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.