First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification
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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

Professional Responder Recertification

While playing such an important role in our communities, First Responders are required to be First Aid and CPR/AED certified. Recertification courses are available for First Responders such as paramedics, firefighters, rescue safety teams and more.

These training courses have been developed to keep life-saving skills up-to-date while also building confidence in each participant’s abilities. It is important to understand the all of the techniques taught in a First Responder or Emergency Medical Responder training course.

We understand that each of these courses cover a wide range of material which is why they are taught by highly experienced Canadian Red Cross instructors. We strive to provide the best training possible, especially for our First Responders. With this in mind, each Professional Responder training course is equipped with top-notch training equipment, perfect for learning and practicing life-saving skills.

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Duration

20 hours in-class

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

Successful complete of minimum one practical scenario

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

Duration

40 hours teaching time

Requirements

Proof of valid Emergency Medical Responder Canadian Red Cross Certification

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

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

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.

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

Intermediate/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.

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Mohammad Mustafa

11 hours ago

Great experience with Coast2Coast. The CPR & First Aid course was clear and practical. Special thanks to trainer Ms. Hazra for her excellent instruction & Professionalism.

Iryna Karkich

16 hours ago

I really enjoyed Saika’s First Aid class. She is a fun and engaging instructor who made learning easy and enjoyable. She combined the material with real-life examples and interactive activities in groups and pairs. The time went by so quickly because the class was interesting and well organized. Thank you, Saika, for a great learning experience!

Rudy

16 hours ago

Very well structured and interactive class 🙂 Instructor Tatiana was really helpful!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Rudy! 🎉 We agree that Tatiana is wonderful at keeping the class interactive and well-structured. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in London. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Antonio eljesser briceño

16 hours ago

Saika Rafique the instructor is great person the class is very interesting and funny the explanation is very concrete and clearly the class is wonderful

Response from the owner:Thank you, Antonio! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is fantastic at keeping the class interesting and funny while providing clear, concrete explanations. We are so glad you had an enjoyable time getting your Red Cross certification in Calgary. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Sherry kazakoff

16 hours ago

Saika Rafique was amazing teaching a class with multiple skill and experience levels. Had brand new students along with ones recertifing. She kept the class energetic, friendly and fun. Kept the class at a good pace and answered anyone’s questions and made sure everyone was clear and understood all important concepts. Thank you.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sherry! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is wonderful at keeping the energy high, especially when managing a mix of new students and those returning for their recertification in Calgary. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Bridget

16 hours ago

Highly recommended this first aid course my instructor saika rafique was incredible!! One of the greatest teachers I have had

Response from the owner:Thank you, Bridget! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is an incredible instructor and truly one of the best at making our Standard First Aid course engaging. We're so glad you had such a great experience in Calgary. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Bunny i

18 hours ago

I highly recommend taking this course. Our instructor Dimitrih was fantastic and full of wealth of knowledge. Greatly appreciated his fun class as you learn. Thank you so much Dimitrih

Response from the owner:Thank you, Bunny! 🙏 We agree, Dimitrih is fantastic at sharing his wealth of knowledge and keeping the class fun while you work on your Red Cross certification in Brampton. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Romona Clinton

18 hours ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Romona, and we hope to see you for your next recertification in Scarborough! ⭐ If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Mihaiela Petcu

19 hours ago

I had an excellent experience with this first aid course. The instructor Kia was knowledgeable, engaging, and explained everything in a clear, easy-to-understand way. The hands-on practice gave me confidence in using the skills in real-life situations. The course was well organized, interactive, and covered all the essential topics without feeling overwhelming. I would highly recommend this training to anyone looking to learn or refresh their first aid and CPR skills.

Alec Brunet

20 hours ago

Completed training for our group with Maria today and she was fantastic. Incredibly kind and interesting from beginning to end. Highly recommend! Thank you Maria! 🙂

qiang chen

1 day ago

good teacher, nice class

Response from the owner:Thank you, Qiang! 🎉 We are so glad you had a nice class and found the teacher to be so helpful during your Red Cross certification in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Maneli Moghadam

2 days ago

The instructor, Ahmed, was really nice and faciliated great discussions. I had a great experience and learned a lot of skills!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Maneli! 🎉 We agree that Ahmed is wonderful at facilitating discussions and helping everyone learn valuable skills during their Red Cross certification course in Hamilton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Peter Townsend

2 days ago

Course was wonderful the instructor was great!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Peter! 🎉 We're so glad you had a wonderful course and that your instructor was great during your Red Cross certification in Hamilton. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Avery Johnston

2 days ago

I had a great time completing my standard first aid and CPR. Mostafa made the class engaging and taught us practical skills in a way that will make sure we remember them.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Avery! 🎉 We agree, Mostafa is wonderful at making Standard First Aid both engaging and easy to remember. We're so glad you had a great experience in Hamilton. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Atosha Wabingwa

2 days ago

Very nice instructor. Thank you so much Mostafa.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Atosha! 🙏 We are so glad you found our classroom clean and our instructor helpful during your Red Cross certification in Hamilton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Sukhjit Kaur

2 days ago

I recently completed my First aid & CPR/AED course and with the help of teacher AMANDEEP KAUR i successfully completed the course. She explained concepts in detail and created a learning environment in the class.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sukhjit! 🎉 We agree, Amandeep Kaur is wonderful at explaining concepts in detail and creating such a supportive learning environment. We are so glad you chose us for your Red Cross certification in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Enrique Collins

2 days ago

Abdul Rehman

2 days ago

The training was so engaging! Great experience.

Ramneek Kaur

3 days ago

Response from the owner:Hey Ramneek! 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 course with us at our Mississauga first aid and CPR training facility. 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 soon for recertification! Stay safe.

Isaac Vasquez

3 days ago

Omar was a great teacher and made the entire process simple and easy. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Isaac! 🎉 We agree, Omar is wonderful at making things simple and easy to understand. We are so glad you had a positive experience getting your Red Cross certification in London. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

N Y

3 days ago

Today I completed the practical portion of my First Aid training with instructor Scott Faichnie, and I want to express my sincere gratitude and admiration for him as a teacher. This wasn’t my first First Aid course, but it’s the first time I’ve walked away feeling this confident in my skills. Scott explained everything so clearly, breaking each topic down in a way that was easy to understand and remember. He also managed to make eight hours of training genuinely engaging and enjoyable instead of something to simply get through. Thank you for creating such a positive learning environment and for giving me the confidence to actually use these skills if I ever need to.

Hannah Ashton

3 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Hannah! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in London for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Selma Ghasemi

3 days ago

Mr. Ali explained everything really clearly and made the class genuinely engaging. He’s also got a great sense of humor, which made the training fun without taking away from how seriously he covered the material. Highly recommend him as an instructor!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Selma! 🎉 We agree, Mr. Ali is wonderful at keeping the class engaging and using humor to make the material easy to understand. We are so glad you had an enjoyable experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in Richmond Hill. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Yuliana Muñoz

3 days ago

Excellent course and resources.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Yuliana! 🎉 We're so glad you found our course materials and resources helpful during your Red Cross certification training in London. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Ava Sheikholeslami

3 days ago

Amazing instructor, engaging and fun classes. I enjoyed my time here a lot!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ava! 🎉 We are so glad to hear you found our class engaging and had a fun time earning your Red Cross certification in Richmond Hill. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

What Courses can
be Recertified?

We offer Recertification courses for many different training levels including CPR/AED Level C, Basic/Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, Intermediate/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 Basic/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.
Basic/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 Basic/Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED Level C Recertification.
Intermediate/Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C: Recertification is available for Intermediate/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.

First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification