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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Jaydene Lavallie

16 hours ago

This was my fourth time I think taking my refresher with C2C and it is amazing every time.

Idris Kazeem

16 hours ago

Very good customer support fast and calm when talking …..

Colleen Boeur

17 hours ago

The course was great, never boring And Ali was a great instructor!!!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Colleen! 🎉 We agree, Ali is fantastic at keeping the material engaging and ensuring the course is never boring. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in Richmond Hill. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Giuliana Kibalian

17 hours ago

Great experience. Ali was very helpful!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Giuliana! 🎉 We agree that Ali is wonderful at helping students feel supported during their CPR/AED training in Richmond Hill. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Tala Mohsenin

17 hours ago

Ali is a very energetic and intelligent person. He teaches with passion. I’ve learned a lot from him.

mahan amiri

17 hours ago

Without a doubt, this was one of the best courses I have attended. The instructor was extremely patient, kind, and knowledgeable. Their teaching style kept the class engaging from start to finish and never made it feel boring. I highly recommend this course.thank you so much Mr Ali; wish you all the best.

Nina Hemmati

17 hours ago

The best instructor is Ali! He provided a fun, engaging, and informative learning session! Thank you, Ali!

Pargat Singh

18 hours ago

Amazing experience learning BLS course. Prabh made sure we learnt till the core. Thanks to her

Brianna Billings

18 hours ago

Did my Standard First Aid and CPR/AED level C and it went really well, did good on the test and thr practical evaluations! Thanks Maria, you were great 😀

Jeen Joseph

19 hours ago

Mariana Zambrano

21 hours ago

Ali Sekhavati was an amazing instructor, everything was incredibly clear and very engaging. Wonderful experience, thank you!

Chen Cui

21 hours ago

GOOD TRAINER AND GOOD EXPERIENCE

Komaldeep Kaur

21 hours ago

Prabh is an excellent instructor who delivered elaborative and clear lessons about BLS . I have wonderful experience with this facility.

keeva Clynch

23 hours ago

Instructor jan Gibson was fantastic

Olivia McPherson

1 day ago

Kia was very informative and above and beyond training for CPR and first aid. His shared experiences and honest facts were very thorough. He is very patient and passionate as he teaches. I highly recommend him

Warbananas

1 day ago

Carel was very nice, she explained everything and I had lots of fun. Was not expecting this to be so exciting, but the first aid course was amazing. 10/10 would recommend and do it again!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Warbananas! 🎉 We agree that Carel is wonderful at keeping things exciting and explaining everything so clearly. We are glad you had such a fun experience during your Standard First Aid training in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Snehal Chavda

2 days ago

I recently completed my BLS training at Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Scarborough, and I had a very positive experience. Azra was our instructor, and she was extremely knowledgeable, professional, and supportive throughout the course. She explained all the concepts clearly and made sure everyone understood both the theory and hands-on skills. The class was well-organized, and she created a comfortable learning environment where questions were encouraged. Her feedback during practice helped build confidence in performing BLS skills correctly. Overall, I had a great learning experience at the Scarborough location, and I would highly recommend Azra as an instructor to anyone planning to take BLS or CPR training.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Snehal! 🎉 We agree that Azra is wonderful at providing supportive feedback to help build confidence during practice. We are so glad you had a positive experience during your CPR/AED training in Scarborough. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Queenie Ant

2 days ago

It was very good

Response from the owner:Thank you, Queenie! 🎉 We're glad to hear your experience was very good while getting your Red Cross certification with us in Nepean. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Victoria Ekwomadu

2 days ago

Thank you Ali. Ali is a very knowledgeable trainer and it is easy to follow his course. A very educative training!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Victoria! 🎉 We agree, Ali is highly knowledgeable and does a fantastic job of keeping his classes easy to follow. We're so glad you had an educational experience during your Red Cross certification training in Richmond Hill. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Jasmine Ko

2 days ago

Scott is an amazing first aid instructor, enjoyed today’s training😍

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jasmine! 🎉 We agree, Scott is an amazing instructor who knows how to make Standard First Aid training both educational and enjoyable. We are so glad you had a great experience with us in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Ruby yan

2 days ago

Scott was an excellent First Aid instructor.At today’s in person training, he explained everything clearly, made the class engaging, and ensured everyone understood the key concepts and practical skills. His teaching style was professional, patient, and easy to follow. I really enjoyed the day of learning and left the course feeling much more confident in my First Aid knowledge and abilities. Highly recommend Scott to anyone taking First Aid training. Thank you, Scott!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ruby! 🎉 We agree that Scott is an amazing instructor, and we're so glad he helped you build confidence during your Standard First Aid course in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Hannah Prins

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Hannah! ⭐ We hope to see you back in Mississauga for your next Red Cross certification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Alia M

2 days ago

Instructor is amazing and made learning BLS enjoyable and fun!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Alia M! 🎉 We are so glad our instructor made your BLS Provider training in Hamilton both enjoyable and fun. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Wango George

2 days ago

I really enjoyed my session. Selina was perfect in explaining and kept the class engaged. Will definitely be back.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Wango! 🎉 We agree, Selina is wonderful at keeping the class engaged and making the CPR/AED training in Hamilton so easy to understand. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Teniola Oni

2 days ago

The training here is thorough and fun.Selina the instructor is knowledgeable, patient and funny. I recommend the facility.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Teniola! 🎉 We agree, Selina is wonderful at keeping the training thorough, patient, and funny. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Hamilton. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

John Dacalos

2 days ago

Selina Rawe was great! High energy funny and super nice

Response from the owner:Thank you, John! 🎉 We agree, Selina Rawe is wonderful at keeping the energy high and making the training fun. We are so glad you had a great experience during your CPR/AED training in Hamilton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Emma Wilson

2 days ago

Selina is very silly and light-hearted. Bringing personality to the boring repetitive CPR course

Response from the owner:Thank you, Emma! 🎉 We agree, Selina is wonderful at bringing her light-hearted personality to the classroom to keep things engaging. We're so glad you had a great experience during your CPR/AED training in Hamilton. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Kisanthan Tharmaseelan

2 days ago

The instructor is very professional as expected, and he delivered the lectures taking the time needed, making sure each of us understood the content properly for our success.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kisanthan! 🙏 We are so glad to hear that our instructor took his time to ensure everyone understood the material during your Red Cross certification course in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thanks for training with us, R, and we hope to see you for your next recertification in Nepean! ⭐ Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Fatima Fallah

2 days ago

Mr.Ali ,Great instructor! He was very kind, patient, and explained everything clearly and thoroughly. Even though English is not my first language, I was able to understand the material well and passed on my first attempt. Thank you for the excellent training!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Fatima! 🙏 We are so glad to hear that our instructor explained things clearly and helped you pass on your first try. Congratulations on earning your Red Cross certification in Newmarket! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Amal Awale

2 days ago

It was great experience. The course was effective and easy.

Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Amal! ⭐ We look forward to welcoming you back to Nepean for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Gursimranjot Singh

3 days ago

I had my Standard CPR/AED level C Recertification from Coast2Coast and I love the way Ms. Saika teaches things. The class was full of knowledge yet fun. I personally felt a whole new experience with top notch knowledge given by Ms. Saika meant a lot to me. If you ever in the need of doing your CPR/AED, please do it from Coast2Coast. Thank You.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Gursimranjot! 🎉 We agree, Ms. Saika is wonderful at making the class both fun and highly informative. We are so glad you had such a great experience during your recertification in Calgary. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Lydia Asailian

3 days ago

It was a great experience, and I learned so much!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lydia! 🎉 We are so glad to hear you had a great experience and learned so much during your Red Cross certification course in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Swati Panjiyar

3 days ago

The training class was so good and precise. The instructor, Muhammad is very polite, humble and teaches very well. Thank you.

Response from the owner: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 for a great learning experience. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!

Shabnam Preet Kaur

3 days ago

With Brilliant instructor Muhammad ,I recently completed a recertification CPR course and had a great experience. The instructor explained everything clearly and made the hands-on practice easy to understand. I would recommend this course to anyone who wants to be prepared and learn proper life-saving skills. Thank you Muhammad !!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Shabnam Preet Kaur! 🎉 We agree that Muhammad is brilliant at making the hands-on practice easy to understand. We are so glad you chose us for your recertification in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

nguyet Ngo

3 days ago

Teacher Sharareh Meskoob was great

Response from the owner:Thank you, nguyet! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh Meskoob is wonderful at helping students feel confident during their Red Cross certification training in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Harman Gill

3 days ago

I attended a first aid and CPR class with instructor Sharareh Meskoob. She explained everything in great way .

Response from the owner:Thank you, Harman! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh Meskoob is wonderful at breaking down the material so it is easy to understand. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Bao

3 days ago

Teachers sharareh meskoob was great very helpful

Response from the owner:Thank you, Bao! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh Meskoob is wonderful at being helpful during class. We're so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification with us in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Sarabjit Kaur

3 days ago

Excellent. One of the best teacher.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sarabjit! 🎉 We are so glad to hear you had such a great experience with our instructor during your Red Cross certification training in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Arun Kaushal

3 days ago

One of best teacher....

Response from the owner:Thank you, Arun! 🎉 We are glad to hear you had such a great experience with our instructor during your Red Cross certification training in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Kulwinder Kaur

3 days ago

Sharareh Meskoob did a great job. we learned a lot.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Kulwinder! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh Meskoob does an amazing job making our Red Cross certification classes in North York so easy to understand. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

subhneet kaur

3 days ago

Shararem meskoob was great and answered my endless string of questions with confidence and clarity. I feel much more prepared now.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Subhneet! 🎉 We agree, Shararem meskoob is wonderful at answering questions clearly to help you feel prepared. We are glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Harpreet Singh

3 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Harpreet! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Manpreet Kaur

3 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Manpreet! ⭐ We hope to see you again for your next recertification in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Prabhjot Kaur

3 days ago

Sharareh Meskoob is really knowledgeable teacher, explained everything in brief and class was mixed with fun knowledge and sharing the experiences

Response from the owner:Thank you, Prabhjot! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh Meskoob is an incredibly knowledgeable teacher who does a great job of making the Red Cross certification course in North York both fun and engaging. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Sonia Bagri

3 days ago

Had a great learning experience with Sharareh.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sonia! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh is amazing at creating such a great learning environment. We are glad you chose us for your Red Cross certification in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Shazia Imran

3 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Shazia! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Tuba Kaleem

3 days ago

Very Good Experience while taking standard First Aid Level C course.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Tuba Kaleem! 🎉 We are so glad you had such a great experience completing your Standard First Aid course with us in London. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Christopher Eaglen

3 days ago

Ezz was amazing. Made the class and information very entertaining.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Christopher! 🎉 We agree, Ezz is amazing at making the information so entertaining. We are glad you had a great experience getting your CPR/AED training in London. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Emmalee Mehler

3 days ago

Standard first aid and cpr/aed with Mohamed Ezz. He was phenomenal. Very informative and gave not only the information required but also explained all the reasoning behind why each step of the course was important in a way that kept the material interesting. Gave a lot of real life examples to allow the material to be easily remembered, I would happily take a course with him in the future and recommend to anyone looking for a good first aid and for course.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Emmalee! 🙏 We agree that Mohamed is fantastic at using real-life examples to make the Standard First Aid course easy to remember. We're so glad you had such an informative session with him in London. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - 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.

First Aid & CPR/AED Recertification