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

Kailen Mulcahy
11 hours ago
Ezz, our instructor, was great. A wealth of knowledge. Passionate about the content and passing on the skills, and kept things light. Thanks, Ezz.
Ali Waqar Hasan
12 hours ago
Had a great time learning the basics of life support and CPR...our instructor PRABH was wonderful and delivered excellent lecture and hands on training...she also made the atmosphere relaxed and calm by her witty pointers in between talk...very impressed with her professionalism and knowledge...I'm glad I selected coast2coast...Thank you
Udeshwar Gill
12 hours ago
Great experience with in depth lecture.
Katherine P
12 hours ago
The course was very informative and a good review to the online learning section. The course overall review was very helpful in completing my final exam.
Danica Elloso
12 hours ago
I appreciate the CPR/AED courses that C2C provides. It’s my second time taking the course with them at the North York location. My instructor Ali S. was very knowledgeable about First Aid & CPR topics and even shared a few relevant real-life scenarios to supplement the course. His delivery kept everyone engaged and he made sure to interact with everyone in class. So, thank you for today’s workshop, Ali!
Shivangi Sharma
13 hours ago
Got certified today. Thanks to Mr.Abdul Jabbar for the assistance today.
Kumiko Akiyama
13 hours ago
Great course with an amazing instructor!
sophie smith
13 hours ago
This course was amazing with Afrash
Lydia Gong
13 hours ago
Ashraf is a really good instructor!
Jorge Cruz
13 hours ago
Good instructor, only problem was a confusion with what i paid and what i had in the physical space.
Fahmida Akter
13 hours ago
Selina Rawe was great in her work, full of humour and grace, thank you Selina 💕
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Sahil Patel
14 hours ago
I went to C2C for my Standard First Aid and CPR AED Level C training. The facility was very clean and well organized. They had all the equipments to demonstrate to learn and try hands on training on it. Walaa was very knowledgeable and experienced to explain us the course in much detail and best possible way. Will recommend others to join C2C for their First AID and CPR training.
Ja-maal Richards
14 hours ago
Class was amazing The instructor Ali made everything run smoothly and was very informative.
Vanshi Patel
16 hours ago
I loved how Mrs Sobiya taught. We did all the thing practically by giving all the insights and reasons for all the tasks
Alan Ng
16 hours ago
Very engaging, fun and informative.
andrea ng
16 hours ago
selina made the course very engaging and memorable!
Hi N
16 hours ago
Dharini Vaghela
20 hours ago
I had an amazing experience learning under Azra she was exceptionally good and helpful.
Deena K
1 day ago
Walaa explains the content of the First Aid and CPR-C / AED course in a way that is clear, detailed, straightforward, and simple to understand. She ensures that all participants know what they are doing and are doing things correctly. She answers all questions using all the knowledge she has and with the best of her ability.
Rose Raf
1 day ago
Recently took a BLS training course with instructor Suzanette and it was so amazing! Though I was somewhat nervous, her fun and reassuring attitude really helped me to calm my nerves down, allowing me to have fun while learning! She’s an awesome instructor who anyone would be very lucky to have:D
Sunandani Sharma
1 day ago
I attended the practical session for Blended Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C today, and I had a really good experience. Our instructor, Nida Farooqui, was very kind, patient, and cooperative. She explained every topic in detail and made sure everyone understood properly. The class environment was comfortable and supportive, which made learning easy and enjoyable. I feel much more confident after this session. Highly recommended for anyone taking first aid training!
Gabriel Onokuah
1 day ago
I completed the Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C training, which was both practical and informative. I learned how to assess emergency situations, perform CPR for adults, children, and infants, and properly use an AED. The hands-on practice helped me build confidence, especially in chest compressions and responding to choking incidents. Overall, the training equipped me with essential life-saving skills and improved my ability to respond effectively in emergencies.
Mercy Myles
1 day ago
Walaa is an excellent instructor, she made learning easy and fun. Thank you
SURAN Ibrahim
1 day ago
vivian nie
1 day ago
Edward is very helpful tutor I have learned a lot from him
Lidiia Iermak
1 day ago
I had a great experience taking the BLS course with Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics Inc.. Suzzette was an excellent instructor - smart, upbeat, and very knowledgeable. She explained everything clearly and made the class engaging and easy to follow. I feel much more confident in my skills after this course. Highly recommend!
Nirujh AB
1 day ago
Great place to go thru with theory and practical learning. Meera Patel (The instructor) was really amzing and helpful. 👍 Would recommend for those who really want to get CPR and First Aid for the First Time
Simranjeet Kaur N/A
1 day ago
NIDA FAROOQUI is a very good instructor. She teaches the whole CPR& first aid activities very smoothly and clearly..
Jashanpreet
2 days ago
Sobya is a very good teacher. She taught very well
Saahil Sharma
2 days ago
Great informative session
lola sohl
2 days ago
Sobya was very good at assisting in cpr certificate
Emily Esposito
2 days ago
Great course the instructor sobya was amazing
Misbah Sheikh
2 days ago
Very informative and walla explained everything very well .
Noor K
2 days ago
It was a great learning experience and the instructor Walaa was very supportive, professional, and teaches the course so well.
Jasmin Jasmin
2 days ago
I had an amazing experience with our instructor WALAA. She explained everything so nicely and gave us the all the necessary details for the practical and the theory which we can apply in our day to day life.
Shalini Bickramdass
2 days ago
Had a great time doing this course my instructor Walaa knows her stuff ! She made the course fun and very knowledgeable!
Fabian Mitchell
2 days ago
Walaa was exceptional
Anika Tasneem
2 days ago
Walaa. Very nice person
Marcus Ottay
2 days ago
Walaa was an excellent instructor. I feel well prepared and confident to handle potential medical emergencies in the future. This was a very valuable Standard First Aid course.
Ann Korn
2 days ago
Ashraf is a really good instructor!
bharat sehajpal
2 days ago
diana mondragon
2 days ago
Ashraf Was an amazing instructor explained with a positive attitude and led with detailed explanations, while engaging the class. Great Learning experience.
Alex Laursen
2 days ago
Ashraf was a wonderful and kind instructor!
Brandon Cai
2 days ago
I had a great time at Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics at their North York location. John Devlin provided a welcoming environment for learning, and made the experience engaging.
Angel
2 days ago
Saika Rafique is an exceptional first aid and CPR instructor. What sets her apart is her willingness to draw from her own experiences to illustrate key concepts, and her genuine commitment to making sure everyone in the room leaves with their questions fully answered.
Bia Vasconcelos
2 days ago
Saika Rafique was great. She had the patience to review what was not clear for someone and made the best of our time.
Mac Andres
2 days ago
Saika was a great instructor!
Courtney N
2 days ago
Great experience completing this CPR course at the Scarborough location. The instructor Selina was lovely and very knowledgeable, and the atmosphere was great. Would definitely recommend booking here!
Yolandalin Lin
2 days ago
Excellent , comprehensive BLS class delivered by Selina Rawe !
K Kk
2 days ago

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.