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

Joel abraham
40 minutes ago
Had my training with Joyal today, he was really good and patient. I was successful in my training.
Maria Atter
2 hours ago
Laugh and learn! We were entertained all while gaining knowledge. Selina enhanced and simplified our learning and understanding through sharing experiences and through her pictorials which summarizes the material and made our learning visible.
Response from the owner:Hi Maria! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great learning experience with Sam as your instructor. 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! We can't wait to see you for your next training. Stay safe!
Amy Blackwell
5 hours ago
Response from the owner:Hi Amy! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent training course with us. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We hope you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you at our London first aid training facility soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Samantha Martin
5 hours ago
I had a fun learning experience with my instructor Ezz for HP BLS. Would definitely recommend this to everyone!
Sofia Nguyen
6 hours ago
Joyal delivered First Aid CPR training with clarity, confidence, and a calm, supportive presence. He explained techniques in a way that was easy to understand and made sure everyone felt comfortable practicing hands-on skills. His knowledge, patience, and practical tips made the session engaging and effective. I really appreciated his teaching style and would highly recommend his training.
Muna Meidal
6 hours ago
I have good experience
Linh Thuy Linh
6 hours ago
Selina Rawe is so much fun, and very easy to understand her training! She really simplified the CPR theory part into perspective. Love her humorous teaching skills! The day gone by so fast with Selina! Thank you for such fun learning experience, Selina!
Rana Eser Selcuk
6 hours ago
Response from the owner:Hi Rana! 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, 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!
Cassandra Atter
6 hours ago
Selina was thorough, gave real life examples and had a great balance of seriousness and fun to keep everyone engaged!
Victoria Bicja
6 hours ago
Selina was my instructor for my standard first aid training. She was amazing! She is very knowledgeable and makes the class very lighthearted. I really enjoyed everything that I learned.
Ugshana Augustine
6 hours ago
I had an amazing time taking my CPR course with the instructor Selina Rawe! Not only did I learn so much from the course but she made the content fun and enjoyable throughout 🙂
Benjamin Robinson
6 hours ago
Veronika Goldova
6 hours ago
Great course with very practical exercises.
Keenan Abraham
6 hours ago
Joyal did great today!
Sadie Hamilton
7 hours ago
Ali is a great teacher! He makes a welcoming and encouraging classroom environment.
Dr. Michael Lee
7 hours ago
Teresa is fantastic very thorough and informative definitely recommend
Ryoko Kawasaki
7 hours ago
The instructor Teresa Kwoon was very good at leading the course with providing lots of knowledge, comfortable atmosphere, and fun way to go through each units. Her instruction was very well organised without missing any parts and she was making sure that everyone understood.
kennis ng
7 hours ago
Krimy Patel
10 hours ago
Selina ! She is excellent at teaching ! Had a great experience
pj solano
10 hours ago
I had a great experience completing my CPR training with Coast2Coast, and I highly recommend them. My instructor, Edward, was extremely engaging and knowledgeable throughout the entire course. He made sure everyone stayed focused and involved by having us actively practice CPR and first aid techniques with each other, rather than just listening to lectures.
Edward didn’t stay behind a desk—he moved around the classroom, checked in with everyone, and kept the energy up, which really helped with focus and learning. He answered all of our questions clearly, using great explanations and hands-on demonstrations that made everything easy to understand and remember.
Overall, this was a very effective and enjoyable training session. I would definitely recommend Coast2Coast and would gladly come back for future courses.
Rutvi Borda
11 hours ago
Wing Chow
1 day ago
My first aid course experience with Teresa went very well. She is a very knowledgable and charismatic instructor who ensures that you leave the course feeling confident about first aid practices.
Response from the owner:Hi Wing! Thank you so much for your amazing review. We're very happy to see you enjoyed your recent training with Sam. Hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! See you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
Heather Furlong
1 day ago
Teresa K is a fantastic instructor! She made the course content interesting, entertaining and engaging. Our class banded together and worked through interactive activities.
Purnima Jayasekera
1 day ago
This’s not the first time I’ve taken a first aid course and had many instructors. Teresa Kwoon is one of the best you can have! She’s just a wonderful person and an excellent teacher. Congratulations in selecting a teacher to your organization as she genuinely loves her profession. I think she should get a pay increase!! Please convey my gratitude and appreciation for her work. Thank you.
Ian Rodriguez
1 day ago
Teresa is wonderful and very energetic! Wonderful class!
Yiu Ho Hung
1 day ago
Teresa Kwoon is a wonderful teacher who professional in First Aid and make the lesson so much fun! Thanks Teresa
alphonsine ningayam
1 day ago
Walda Williams
1 day ago
Hotel was a great teacher, she demonstrated all versions of the lesson was real to follow
Purnell Clarke
1 day ago
My experience with first aid course was excellent!
Omnia Masoud
1 day ago
Ezz is a great instructor
We had a very interesting training session with him today and practiced on hand CPR and first aid
Noemie Supers
1 day ago
Ife is an great instructor.
Amanda Kuliberda
1 day ago
Ife was a great instructor!! very knowledgeable:) and made the day go by quick
kuljinder singh
1 day ago
I had a very good experience in training today. My instructor was Hosam.
Jennifer Nguyen
1 day ago
Ezz is a knowledgeable and instructor. He made learning the content engaging as we allowed us to practice real life scenarios. Cannot sing his praises enough.
fossyxo
1 day ago
Did my standard first aid in London with instructor Ezz who is fantastic and very helpful.
Jennifer Dorey
1 day ago
Ezz was a great instructor!
JOSEPH KINYANJUI
1 day ago
“I had a great experience with Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Hamilton. The instructor Ife was very knowledgeable, patient, and explained everything clearly. The training was hands-on and easy to understand. I feel confident using my first aid and CPR skills now. Highly recommend!”
mahir khamis
1 day ago
Ife is the best, I learned a lot
Ready to be a hero tomorrow
Greg
1 day ago
Great place, great instructor WALAA
Strongly recommended
Magaly Duarte
1 day ago
Really good trainer walaa !!
Julia Tamblyn
1 day ago
Walaa is an amazing instructor!! She speaks very clearly and made the certification process easy and enjoyable.
Walaa fostered a helpful and open class environment and covered the material thoroughly!!
Questions were welcomed throughout the course and the feedback provided was clear, concise, and friendly.
Her professional and welcoming demeanor made the certification process easy, I will definitely be coming back in the future for re-certification!!
miasara misic
1 day ago
Walaa was a great instructor and easy to follow. I would definitely recommend this course or anyone wanting to get trained in CPR/first aid!
Nivana Anand
1 day ago
Adel explained very nicely with details
KIEN DU
1 day ago
I had First Aids + CPR training with instructor Saika, and she was such a delight to learn from! Very hands-on and professional!
Elissa C
1 day ago
Saika was an absolutely amazing instructor. She explained everything clearly, made sure everyone understood the material, and created a comfortable environment for asking questions. Her teaching style made the course engaging and easy to follow.
William Brodie
1 day ago
My Instructor Saika Rafique was amazing she made learning the course fun, exciting and most importantly meaningful. She put alot of passion into it, I would totally recommend this first aid course to everyone I know 🙂
vivian rocca
1 day ago
Dr Adel good amazing
Bella Mau
1 day ago
Dr adel
He his an amazing teacher
Hossam Hasan
1 day ago
Louie Gianvecchio
3 days ago
My time at the Coast2Coast Mississauga location was nothing but amazing.

I was receiving my Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C certification. I have had multiple experiences with obtaining and renewing CPR certifications with other companies, including other locations and instructors within Coast2Coast, however, I can confidently say that this was the best experience I have had.

This is all due to the incredible instructor I had, Andrea. She was very thorough in her analysis, her examples resonated perfectly to real life scenarios that we would be facing and her teaching methods really aided in understanding the content and making sure you were experts by the end of the class. She is professional, engaging and really brings the content to life where you get the most out of learning all the fundamentals and facets of the course.

If you want an amazing experience like I have, I highly recommend the Mississauga location and having Andrea as your instructor.

Thank you again Andrea for going over and above and providing your expertise and knowledge. I am so grateful to learn from such an amazing instructor and person! And look forward to hopefully doing my recertification with you in the future. And to Coast2Coast management, you definitely have yourself a great one!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Louie! 🙏 We're so glad Andrea made your CPR certification experience in Mississauga the best you've had with her thoroughness and real-life examples. We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification! - 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.