First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification
Methods and Courses

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

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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.

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Swati Jaidka

3 hours ago

Great class!

David Ayoub

16 hours ago

Dr.Adel was an amazing and chill instructor

Sharanpreet Singh Brar

16 hours ago

Adel is a good instructor. Thank you.

Shiva Jalili

16 hours ago

Selina is really the best.

Manvir Kaur

16 hours ago

Great teaching method.

ANUSHA MUKKERLA

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Khalid Jabarkhil

17 hours ago

Excellent instructor! Very funny!

Keyul Suthar

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Brian Le

17 hours ago

Selina was a very engaging and informative instructor. I had a great time doing the course with her.

AJ Howard

17 hours ago

Selina is an amazing instructor. She made the class fun and enjoyable

Marina Bae

17 hours ago

Selina Rawe provided great jokes and instruction!

Ioan Kalvatchev

17 hours ago

Ife was an amazing instructor, absolutely lovely demonstrations, and great explanations of all the steps

Sage Awnya RavenStar

17 hours ago

Our instructor explained and demonstrated everything very well. She was also patient with any questions and with demonstrating and doing the practices. Feel like because of the way she taught the lessons will “stick” with me.

Prasad Bauskar

18 hours ago

Joyal is an amazing instructor!

Aaisha Chaudhary

21 hours ago

Experience was good Charlie was so nice and polite. His way of teaching was good. I’ll definitely come back in future if I need.

Jacqueline Abdemessih

21 hours ago

Adel is a good nice person , he explains everything clearly. He keeps reviewing things and answer all our questions.
We really like this BLS course today

Valencia Hutchinson

21 hours ago

Adel is such am amazing professor. He does a very good job in delivering the lesson in an effective way that is easy to understand and apply. Thank you Adel!!

Wen Zhang

21 hours ago

Adel is perfect, professional instructor. Good job

Tony Peixe

21 hours ago

Adel was excellent!

Hetul Patel

1 day ago

Rahel Manase

2 days ago

Hassan M, the instructor I had for Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C, was excellent. He made the in-class training informative and engaging.

Noemi Carapia

2 days ago

Rana was great instructor

Response from the owner:Thank you for your kind review, Noemi! We're so glad to hear Rana was a great instructor. We'll pass along your praise to her. We look forward to seeing you again soon.

Shay McCurdy

2 days ago

I took the Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C in Calgary, the course was very informative. Our instructor Rana Osman was very helpful with any questions and did an amazing job with explaining everything that we would need to know for first aid! One of the best First Aid Courses I have done.
Thank you Rana for everything!!

Response from the owner:Thank you Shay for taking our Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C course and for the fantastic feedback. We're delighted Rana Osman provided clear instruction and helpful support and we'll be sure to pass your praise along. It's great to hear this was one of the best first aid courses you've done; we appreciate you choosing us and hope to see you again for recertification or advanced training.

Mohammad Tayyab

2 days ago

Rana is an excellent instructor. Highly recommended!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Mohammad. We’re thrilled to hear that Rana was an excellent instructor and appreciate your recommendation. We’ll be sure to pass your praise along and hope to see you again soon.

Melwyn Philip

2 days ago

We had our in-person First Aid and CPR training in our office in downtown Toronto. Kia was our instructor and had come all the way down here to train us. He has such a great personality and made learning fun and insightful. His knowledge and level of expertise is top level because of his past career, and he had the right answers for any questions we had!

Thank you Kia for your time and it was really nice to learn some life-saving skills from you!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Melwyn, for the wonderful review. We're thrilled Kia's in-person First Aid and CPR session in downtown Toronto was engaging and informative, and that his expertise made your team feel confident with life-saving skills. We’ll pass along your kind words to Kia. Please reach out anytime for recertification or future on-site training.

Janelle Alessi

2 days ago

Good experience, the presenter was funny and knowledgeable.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the kind review, Janelle. We're thrilled you enjoyed the presentation and found the presenter both funny and knowledgeable. We appreciate your feedback and hope to see you again soon.

Samriti

2 days ago

It was excellent

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Pawan Mahrok

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Pawan, for the 5-star rating! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience. We look forward to serving you again soon. If you need anything, feel free to reach out.

Raj Vanmali

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Raj, for the 5-star review! We appreciate your support and are glad you had a great experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. If you need anything, please contact us.

ALICECHANZZZ

2 days ago

Thank you Kia! He is amazing.

Elizabeth Ekeoseye

3 days ago

My instructor was Ezz for the CPR/BLS course and he was fantastic, really knowledgeable. I had a great experience overall!

Jeff AT

3 days ago

Great experience. Loveleen Singh was an absolute teacher and I recommend !

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Jeff! We’re thrilled you had a great experience and that Loveleen Singh was an excellent teacher. We appreciate your recommendation and look forward to welcoming you back or anyone you refer.

Kyle Smith

3 days ago

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Tushar Panchal

3 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Tushar, for the 5-star rating! We’re thrilled you had a great experience and appreciate your support. We look forward to serving you again soon. If there’s anything we can do for you next time, please let us know.

George El Khal

3 days ago

Walaa gave a very clear and strong presentation to the BLS course .

Response from the owner:Thank you, George — we appreciate your kind feedback. We’re glad Walaa’s clear and strong presentation made the BLS course valuable for you. We’ll be sure to pass your compliments on to her.

Aljo Pagtalunan

3 days ago

Course was fun and engaging. Would recommend and retake 🙂 Selina was the best! Never a dull moment

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Aljo! We're thrilled the course was fun and engaging and that Selina kept things lively — I’ll be sure to pass along your compliment. We look forward to having you back for another session and appreciate you recommending us.

Tyler MacFarlane

3 days ago

Selina Rawe provides top-shelf instruction. She is thoroughly engaging and passionate, and bridges difficult topics with humour and personality.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful review, Tyler. We're thrilled Selina's engaging, passionate instruction and sense of humor made difficult topics accessible and enjoyable. We will share your praise with her; she will be delighted to hear it. We appreciate you taking the time to recognize her top-shelf teaching.

Carmen Pignatelli

3 days ago

Selina was informative, and kept the class involved. Thank you for a great course!!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Carmen — we’re so glad you enjoyed the course! It's wonderful to hear Selina kept the class involved and provided informative instruction. We’ll be sure to pass your kind words along to her. We hope to see you in another class soon.

Nadia Kerr

3 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the 5-star rating, Nadia — we really appreciate your support. We're glad you had a great experience and look forward to serving you again. If there's anything we can do for you in the future, please let us know.

KoBBie Blackmore

3 days ago

I had an amazing,well detailed and explained lessons,in a wide class of 18 people,my Instructor Tatiana gave out her best,it was fun having her on that day

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the wonderful feedback, KoBBie. We're thrilled Tatiana delivered detailed, engaging instruction and that you enjoyed the class of 18 — she’ll be delighted to hear this. We appreciate you sharing your experience and hope to see you in another session soon.

Divyesh Dongre

3 days ago

Dimitri Lafluer at Brampton was a friendly and good coach. Just be on time and be attentive 😛

Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star review, Divyesh. We're glad Dimitri was friendly and a great coach; we appreciate your tip about being on time and attentive and will pass your feedback along. We look forward to seeing you back at Brampton soon.

Giovanna Zambri

4 days ago

I recently completed the standard first aid cpr course, and I was content with the experience. The instructor kia was engaging, clearly knowledgeable, and made the class feel interactive and practical. I really appreciated how how he broke down each technique and gave us hands on training. I highly recommend this course to anyone wanting to be prepared in an emergency

Response from the owner:Thank you, Giovanna, for your kind review and recommendation. We're delighted Kia made the class engaging and practical and that the hands-on breakdown of techniques was helpful. It’s great to hear you feel prepared for an emergency. We appreciate you choosing our course and hope to see you again for refresher training.

Cheech Sun

4 days ago

I’ve taken several CPR courses at different institutions, but this was by far the best experience yet. The instructor Kia was incredibly knowledgeable and kept us fully engaged the entire time. Kia's ability to demonstrate techniques in a clear, easy-to-understand way made a huge difference. I left the class feeling truly confident that I could handle a real-world emergency. If you're looking for high-quality training that actually prepares you, I highly recommend this course.

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for your kind words, Cheech. We're thrilled Kia and the course exceeded your expectations and left you feeling confident to handle real-world emergencies. We'll be sure to pass your praise along to Kia. We appreciate the recommendation and welcome you back for refresher courses anytime.

Maitor

4 days ago

I recently completed a BLS class with Andrea and it was by far one of the best BLS courses I've taken. Andrea explained everything clearly, made the material easy to understand and created a really supportive learning environment. The class was well organized, hands on and engaging which made it easier to understand. I highly recommend taking a BLS class with Andrea if you have a chance. I'll be back next year and hopefully able to ask her to train my team as well.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Maitor! We’re thrilled Andrea made the BLS class clear, hands-on, and supportive. We’ve passed your compliments along to her and truly appreciate your recommendation. We look forward to training your team next year—please reach out when you’re ready to schedule.

Joby George

4 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Joby, for the 5-star review! We appreciate your support and are thrilled you had a great experience. Our team looks forward to serving you again, and we're here if you need anything.

Shelley Nicholas

4 days ago

Selina was awesome! So great to spend the day with her. A great sense of humor and alot of fun!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Shelley! We’re thrilled you had a great day with Selina—she loves making visits fun and bringing good humor. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to seeing you again soon.

therese sumalinog

4 days ago

Training was informative and well-organized. Instructor Selina Rawe made it fun and engaging through her little games and Q&A. Thank you Selina!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Therese, for the wonderful review. We’re delighted the training was informative and well-organized and that Selina made it fun and engaging with her games and Q&A. I’ll be sure to pass your thanks along to Selina. We appreciate your feedback and look forward to seeing you at future sessions.

Nikita Noseworthy

4 days ago

Selina was so fun and she was able to bring real life experience to the class! She was relatable and kind, but gave great insight and very knowledgeable! A++

Response from the owner:Thank you so much for the wonderful review, Nikita! We're thrilled Selina's real-world experience, relatable style, and knowledge made the class engaging and insightful. We'll share your A++ feedback with her and hope to see you in another class soon.

luci

4 days ago

Such an excellent instructor! She is very informative, knowledgeable with a great sense of humor! I truly enjoyed her course and highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Luci! We're thrilled you enjoyed the course and appreciated her knowledge, clear instruction, and great sense of humor. Your recommendation means a lot to us. We hope to welcome you back for another class soon.

Aujin Choi

4 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the 5-star rating, Aujin Choi! We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon.

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.

First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification