First Aid &
CPR/AED
Recertification

First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification
Methods and Courses

Two people practice CPR on a mannequin outdoors. One person performs chest compressions while the other watches closely. Both wear red shirts, and the scene is set on a red carpet in an open space.

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

Karamveer kaur Dhillon
1 day ago
Superb traning
Henrich Svetko
1 day ago
I really enjoyed my re-certification course with Edward. He is an excellent young instructor.
T W
1 day ago
Tatiana Briceno was the instructor and she kept the class engaged for the entire day.
Her positive energy was infectious and turned a day of first aid training into a fun experience.
Milena Rios
1 day ago
I had so much fun taking the course! My instructor Elhamy made it so interesting and super engaging. I feel like I learned a lot and feel more prepared.
Seanna Taylorr
1 day ago
Today I had the pleasure of taking this training with Elhamy as our instructor. From the moment I entered the building til I was leaving he was extremely welcoming and had a great sense of humour. He made the day not feel so long with the way he instructs. Very informational and knowledgeable staff member. Thankful for him today and the experience I had while doing the CPR training.
Marygrace Nanninga
1 day ago
Joyal was a great instructor
mitchell mesman
1 day ago
Tori B
1 day ago
got my standard first aid & cpr c today! hosam was a fun and engaging instructor - the day went by super fast and I left feeling confident
CHRIS LEUNG
1 day ago
Meera is a amazing and informative instructor. Highly recommend to her classes.
Brittany june Gamble
1 day ago
I hope you get Elhamy as an instructor if you’re in Hamilton, ON!!!!
Ali AL-DAWODI
1 day ago
Very good and very professional. It’s extremely useful to know what to do in situations and they teach it amazingly. Thank you Hosam!
Jaspreet kaur Randhawa
1 day ago
The instructor was very professional and provided in depth knowledge. It was a womderful experience to learn from coast2coast.
Rabab Ryalat
1 day ago
The training was excellent. The instructor, Loyal, was amazing at explaining the material, and the examples were easy and clear.
aqib choudhary
1 day ago
Meera is very gentle and supportive
Hamida Idrees
1 day ago
Meera is very helpful and supportive
Michael Chan
1 day ago
Joyal was very kind & patient.

He answered all questions and made sure we understood the concept thoroughly.

Thank you Joyal!
Zhan Li
1 day ago
Ali is very experienced and good at making the concept alive
Prabhjot Sandhu
1 day ago
Hi my name is Prabh.I really enjoyed this First Aid and CPR course, my instructor is Meera Patel. She explained everything clearly and made it easy to follow. She’s very kind and a genuinely good person, which made the class feel comfortable and welcoming. Overall, a great learning experience.
liz
1 day ago
Ali is fantastic!!!
Harwinder Kaur
1 day ago
I had a great experience. The service was quick and professional. Everything was explained clearly. I would definitely recommend this place.
Jasmeen kaur
1 day ago
Sharareh meskoob she is an excellent trainer, taught very welll. Loved the class and her way of teaching iis great. Thanks
Sweta Rani
1 day ago
Sharahreh meskoob is a very good instructor I enjoyed her class she is very knowledgeable and good instructor
Aman Chahal
1 day ago
Amazing learning experience with Sharareh Meskoob
Thanks
Simar Singh
1 day ago
Awesome teacher and great trainer Sharareh Meskoob. We enjoyed the session
Jashandeep Kaur
1 day ago
Teresa Valvano
1 day ago
I had an amazing experience at your North York location. My instructor Meera was extremely knowledgeable, approachable, patient and fun. She made the day pass quickly because she effortlessly engaged the class. I would highly recommend this course. Meera was fantastic!
Vaniya Beik
1 day ago
Hotak Family
1 day ago
Anne Gaudet
1 day ago
Hosam is a very nice and engaging instructor. Clear and concise course, very kind staff.
Saraa Khalid Usmani
1 day ago
Mr. Ali Sekhavati was my instructor- he explained each and every aspect very clearly in a fun, interactive and informative manner. Thank you very much Mr. Ali!! You are a great instructor 🙂
Kenzie Phillips-Gray
1 day ago
Ezz was a great instructor for the BLS course. Made sure everyone was following along and understood the whole time. Thank you Ezz!
Faithy Orap
1 day ago
Marli Diallo
1 day ago
Ashraf was amazing the training was perfect,thank you!
Hitanshi Patel
2 days ago
I took Standard First Aid & CPR level C course. WALAA is Great instructor. She taught each topics in details.
She repeat 2 to 3 times so everybody is able to understand. I like the way how she taught.
Vic Cipollone
2 days ago
Amazing!! Had a great experience!
Mira Samy
2 days ago
Great course and very well organized.
Tatiana is an excellent instructor — very clear, supportive, and professional.
Highly recommend!
Agy Fehr
2 days ago
Tatiana was a great trainer.
chaim yuan
2 days ago
Intersting course, take your online ticket and meal.
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kirandeep31 31
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Kirandeep, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you're ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
Marie Mar Fabro Dela Cruz
2 days ago
I had a great experience with my instructor Ms. Corny M . She were very patient, knowledgeable, and supportive throughout the entire learning process. She explained everything clearly and made sure I understood each step before moving on. I really appreciated how she stayed calm and encouraging, which helped build my confidence.

Because of her guidance, I felt more prepared and comfortable. I highly recommend her to anyone looking for a professional and reliable instructor!
Zhavia29
2 days ago
Best experience ever.
I've learned a lot on how to perform First Aide and CPR.
I enjoyed and feel comfortable doing the training.
The instructor name Ms.Corny,taught me in detailed and demonstrate properly the CPR and first Aide.
Melai Bernardo-Nolasco
2 days ago
enjoyable and not boring
and the instructor is approachable
Jay Park
2 days ago
Ahmed was a great instructor who was really engaging and helpful!
Abhinaya Sampath
2 days ago
Joyal was my instructor. He did a great job explaining and clarifying with first aid and cpr topics
paige eichler
2 days ago
Joyal was fun, welcoming and overall an awesome instructor to have. It helped make 8 hours more enjoyable. 10/10 recommend this course!
ruben B.
2 days ago
I had the pleasure of taking a First Aid and AED course with Joyal, and it was an outstanding experience! Joyal is incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and engaging, making even complex topics easy to understand. The hands-on instruction and clear explanations gave me confidence in applying first aid skills in real-life situations. I highly recommend Joyal to anyone looking to learn life-saving skills in a supportive and professional environment.
Kacie Huang
2 days ago
Friendly ,helpful , knowledgeable, excellent WAlAA
Akash Batth
2 days ago
Great experience , thank you miss walaa
Jenessa Dominas
2 days ago
Joyal was a great instructor! Made things easy and clear and was very kind
Afolabi Omoniyi
2 days ago
Excellent and professional. Walaa

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.