Emergency First Aid
& CPR/AED Course

First Aid and CPR/AED training courses are essential for everyone to take. You’ll gain skills in key first aid techniques, such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and managing injuries, along with knowing when it’s appropriate to use them. Ensure the safety of your friends and family—sign up today!

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED

Online Blended Training:

Level A

Online: 3-4 hours

In-Class: 3.5 hours (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM)

Level C

Online: 3-4 hours

In-Class: 5.5 hours (9:00 AM – 2:30 PM)

 

Course Content

  • The Red Cross
  • The First Aider’s Role
  • Chain of Survival Behaviors
  • Shock
  • Lowering Risk of Infection
  • Check, Call, Care
  • Recovery Position
  • Angina and Heart Attack
  • Choking—Adult
  • Assisting with Medications
  • CPR/AED—Adult
  • Compression-Only CPR
  • Life-threatening External Bleeding
  • Stroke
  • Choking—Child and Baby (level C)
  • CPR/AED—Child and Baby (level C)
  • Wound Care

Requirements

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED

Our Emergency First Aid and CPR/AED course is an 8-hour program that provides a comprehensive overview of first aid and CPR skills applicable in both workplace and home settings. Participants will learn how to recognize, prevent, and respond to circulation emergencies in adults (CPR levels A or C). The course also addresses airway and breathing emergencies, as well as measures to prevent disease transmission.

Teaching Time:

Available levels:

Varied depending on the level

Emergency First Aid CPR/AED Level A

Emergency First Aid CPR/AED Level C

Online Blended Training:

Level A

Online: 3-4 hours

In-Class: 3.5 hours (9:00 AM – 12:30 PM)

Level C

Online: 3-4 hours

In-Class: 5.5 hours (9:00 AM – 2:30 PM)

 

All In-Class Training

Varies with the level (One Day Course)

Level A

6.5 hours teaching time (9:00 AM – 3:30 PM)

Level C

8 hours teaching time (9:00 AM – 5:00 PM)

Course Content

  • The Red Cross
  • The First Aider’s Role
  • Chain of Survival Behaviors
  • Shock
  • Lowering Risk of Infection
  • Check, Call, Care
  • Recovery Position
  • Angina and Heart Attack
  • Choking—Adult (Level C Additional: Children
    & Infants)
  • Assisting with Medications
  • Stroke
  • CPR/AED—Adult (Level C Additional: Children
    & Infants)
  • Compression-Only CPR
  • Life-threatening External Bleeding
  • Life-threatening Internal Bleeding
  • (including CPR A or C) Wound Care

*Note: The only difference between A/C is the level of CPR that is issued along side this course. For information regarding specific course
covered in CPR A/C, Click Here.

Requirements

100% attendance of the course

75% score on the multiple choice

Certification

Certificate will be issued, valid for 3 years

Recent Awards and Recognition

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Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics is dedicated to offering community-focused programs that equip individuals with vital life-saving skills and first aid techniques. Our goal is to ensure that every participant leaves our classes with the confidence and knowledge to handle various medical emergencies. While we hope such situations never occur, we are ready to respond effectively when they do. Our facilities across Canada are outfitted with the latest First Aid and CPR equipment. Discover our selection of Canadian Red Cross programs, including Emergency First Aid, Standard First Aid, and Basic Life Support, or contact us for help in choosing the course—whether online or in person—that best meets your needs.

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Ready to register? You may start your registration for Emergency First Aid completing the following: select your region, choose your city and click the button. It’s that easy!

  • Burlington

    Our Burlington facility is located at:3500 Billings Court, Burlington, ON L7N 3N6

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  • Cambridge

    Our Cambridge facility is located at:157 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2G 2K8

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  • Guelph

    Our Guelph facility is located at:50 Quebec St,
    Guelph, ON N1H 2T4

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  • Hamilton

    Our Hamilton facility is located at:20 Hughson Street South #608, Hamilton, ON L8N 2A1

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  • Kitchener

    Our Kitchener facility is located at:157 King Street East, Kitchener, ON N2G 2K8

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  • London

    Our London facility is located at:717 Richmond Street #304A, London, ON N6A 3H1

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  • St Catharines

    Our St Catharines facility is located at:53 Church Street, St Catharines, ON L2R 3C3

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  • Waterloo

    Our Waterloo facility is located at:157 King St E #201, Kitchener, ON N2G 2K8

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  • Windsor

    Our Windsor facility is located at:2180 Howard Avenue, Windsor, ON N8X 3V1

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  • Ajax

    Our Ajax facility is located at:467 Westney Road South, Ajax, ON L1S 6V8

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  • Aurora

    Our Aurora facility is located at:16700 Bayview Ave Unit 205, Newmarket, ON L3X 1W1

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  • Brampton

    Our Brampton facility is located at:83 Kennedy Rd S #1810, Brampton, ON L6W 3P3

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  • East York

    Our East York facility is located at: 71 Gough Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 3N9

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  • Etobicoke

    Our Etobicoke facility is located at:560 Evans Ave., Etobicoke, ON M3M 0A3

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  • Markham

    We have two Markham facilities.Please click the link below to view the addresses.

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  • Mississauga

    Our Mississauga facility is located at:71 King St W Unit 206, Mississauga, ON L5B 4A2

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  • Newmarket

    Our Newmarket facility is located at:16700 Bayview Ave Unit 205, Newmarket, ON L3X 1W1

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  • North York

    Our North York facility is located at:180 Steeles Ave W unit 216, Thornhill, ON L4J 2L1

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  • Oakville

    Our Oakville facility is located at:374 South Service Road East, Oakville, ON L6J 2X6

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  • Oshawa

    Our Oshawa facility is located at:650 King Street East #205 Oshawa, ON L1H 1G5

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  • Richmond Hill

    Our Richmond Hill facility is located at:129 Church St S Second Floor, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 1G9

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  • Scarborough

    Our Scarborough facility is located at:1593 Ellesmere Rd Unit 101, Scarborough, ON M1P 2Y3

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  • Toronto

    Our Toronto facility is located at:635 A Bloor St W Second Floor, Toronto, ON M6G 1K8

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  • Vaughan

    Our Vaughan facility is located at:3600 Steeles Avenue West, Vaughan, ON L4L 8P5

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  • Whitby

    Our Whitby facility is located at:1751 Wentworth Street #12B Whitby, ON L1N 8M2

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  • Kanata

    Our Kanata facility is located at:2068 Robertson Rd #208, Nepean, ON K2H 5Y8

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  • Nepean

    Our Nepean facility is located at:2068 Robertson Rd #208, Nepean, ON K2H 5Y8

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  • Ottawa

    Our Ottawa facility is located at:385 Rideau St,
    Ottawa, ON K1N 1H6

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  • Calgary

    Our Calgary facility is located at:3303 Capitol Hill Cres NW, Calgary, AB T2M 2R2

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  • Edmonton

    We have two Edmonton facilities. Please click the link below to view the addresses:

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Course Delivery Methods

Choose a course delivery method that works best for you!

One day, you might save a person’s life with CPR training. Book a training class today.

All Online First
Aid & CPR

In the 21st century, we’ve grown accustomed to handling most tasks online, from banking to grocery shopping. That’s why we’re providing our customers the opportunity to complete their First Aid and CPR training entirely online.

  • Save money
  • No need to commute to a training facility
  • Complete the program at your own pace
  • Accessible through desktop, tablet & mobile
  • Not WSIB-approved

All In-Class First
Aid & CPR

Having the ability to perform first aid and CPR is a highly beneficial skill. Our First Aid and CPR courses are tailored to provide participants with practical, hands-on experience in helping those in need.

  • Hands-on training with high quality
    equipment
  • Helps you build additional confidence
    in skill
  • High-quality learning with Canadian Red
    Cross instructors

Online Blended First
Aid & CPR

Ideal for individuals with busy schedules, the online blended course format allows you to learn First Aid and CPR skills from home while still receiving comprehensive hands-on training in a classroom led by a certified instructor. This online option offers the perfect balance of flexibility and practical experience!
  • Flexible lecture study
  • Shorter time spent in class
  • High-quality learning with Canadian Red
    Cross instructors
  • WSIB-approved

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The Security Guard Training Course, which is essential for anyone looking to obtain their security guard license. This course is aligned with the Emergency First Aid Course, ensuring that you not only meet licensing requirements but also gain critical skills in first aid and emergency response. By completing both courses, you’ll be well-prepared to handle various situations in the field, enhancing your confidence and effectiveness as a security professional. Don’t miss this opportunity to boost your qualifications and ensure the safety of those around you!

Register for Emergency First Aid and Security Guard Training to earn an amazing bundle discount!

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Testimonial

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sylvia zhang
sylvia zhang
Ms. Mitra’s class is great and really interesting. She is very humorous and her explanations are very detailed. I totally enjoy the class!
Shawyan Niavarani
Shawyan Niavarani
Just completed my First Aid standard. The class was amazing and very hands on! wasn’t boring at all. Mitra was a fantastic instructor. Will be back.
Harkirat Kaur
Harkirat Kaur
Cam agua
Cam agua
Stephane B
Stephane B
Excellent instructor, very professional.
Mustafa Algayyim
Mustafa Algayyim
Very good teacher EZZ
Ymmanuelle Dy
Ymmanuelle Dy
I did BLS training with Ezz as my instructor and he was really good with his teachings and always ask feedback from the students. I really appreciate him for making everyone feel comfortable during the training. Keeping everyone well equipped post training. Thank you ezz!
Jenitta Babu
Jenitta Babu
Laura Garcia
Laura Garcia
I completed the Basic Life Support with coast2coast and my instructor was Ezz, he was amazing and has lots of experience!
Peter Salazar
Peter Salazar
Ezz BLS - Ezz is good, mastery of knowledge.
Mahtab Ahmed
Mahtab Ahmed
Good learning experience with better environment
Rachael Ray
Rachael Ray
Mari A
Mari A
Good interactive
oyindamola olajide
oyindamola olajide
Andrea did an amazing job, the course was so well delivered and interesting. Highly recommend.
riji jacob
riji jacob
Sarah Alnajjar
Sarah Alnajjar
Great instructor has a very unique and effective way of explaining to help you commit materials to memory. I enjoyed the class!
Thea S. J.
Thea S. J.
Tracy was amazing!
Rafael Lomba
Rafael Lomba
Really liked the instructor, Hosam. Direct to the point and demonstrated experience about the discussed topics.
Response from the owner: Hi Rafael! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Jane Jerry
Jane Jerry
Very detailed and well explained. Our teacher took her time with us and made sure everyone was in sync. Great experience
Response from the owner: Hi Jane! 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 to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
Asha Elmi
Asha Elmi
Instructor Azra was very patient, knowledgeable, and diligent. Great instructor!
Response from the owner: Hey Asha! 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 to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
Manpreet Kaur
Manpreet Kaur
It was a great experience, the training material is quite knowledgeable and our teacher Azra was amazing, ad she made the whole lecture engaging.
Response from the owner: Hi Manpreet! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Azra as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!
Robyn Thibeault
Robyn Thibeault
Clear and concise !
Response from the owner: Hey Robyn! 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 training course with us. 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.
Thenu Krish
Thenu Krish
Azra was a informative and accommodating instructor and very efficient. Not overwhelming and she understands the topics very well.
Response from the owner: Thenu, 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!
Ken Torii / ケン・トリノ
Ken Torii / ケン・トリノ
Response from the owner: Hi Ken! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Arthika Balendranthan
Arthika Balendranthan
I love Azra teaching and it is helpful
Response from the owner: Thanks for your amazing review, Arthika! We hope you had a great training experience. If you have any questions about the information that you learned, please do not hesitate to reach out! Our team would be happy to clarify any concerns you might have. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Okikiola Olukoya
Okikiola Olukoya
Response from the owner: Thanks for your amazing review, Okikiola! We hope you had a great training experience. If you have any questions about the information that you learned, please do not hesitate to reach out! Our team would be happy to clarify any skills you’ve learned. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Chris Vernon
Chris Vernon
Tracy was nice and made the class entertaining and fun.
Response from the owner: Hey Chris! 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 to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
Nifemi Tomiwa
Nifemi Tomiwa
Tracy was the best
Response from the owner: Hi Nifemi! 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 training course with us. 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.
Matthew Zasiewski
Matthew Zasiewski
Great experience, Tracy was very good.
Response from the owner: Matthew, 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!
Elvira Sanchez
Elvira Sanchez
Amazing class with teacher Prabhjot!! She rocks!! It passed so fast and I learned a lot!! 100% recommended! And I had my BLS with Ally!!! Loved it!!
Response from the owner: Elvira, thanks for leaving your fantastic review and recommendation! 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! And we're thrilled that you loved your BLS course! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!
Sharon D.
Sharon D.
My instructor was amazing! She not only new her stuff, but was fun to be around. Thank you!!!
Response from the owner: Sharon, 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!
Joy Oke
Joy Oke
My experience was a great one and the instructor is the best anyone can have
Response from the owner: Joy, 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!
Sanidha Moradiya
Sanidha Moradiya
Response from the owner: Thanks for your amazing review, Sanidha! We hope you had a great training experience. If you have any questions about the information that you learned, please do not hesitate to reach out! Our team would be happy to clarify any skills you’ve learned. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Rajwinder kaur Brar
Rajwinder kaur Brar
Teaching of way is good 😊
Response from the owner: Hey Rajwinder! 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 training course with us. 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.
Jewell John
Jewell John
Rajeev was very knowledgeable and clear in teachings. I learned alot and would definitely would recommend.
Response from the owner: Hi Jewell! Thank you so much for your lovely review and recommendation. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Rajeev as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!
Felix Frances
Felix Frances
Rajeev is very knowledgeable, his class was very interactive and I learnt a lot.
Response from the owner: Felix, 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!
renee reyes
renee reyes
Response from the owner: Hi Renee! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Raya Khold
Raya Khold
Response from the owner: Thanks for your amazing review, Raya! We hope you had a great training experience. If you have any questions about the information that you learned, please do not hesitate to reach out! Our team would be happy to clarify any skills you’ve learned. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.
Komal
Komal
Very helpful and provided excellent demonstration.
Response from the owner: Hi Komal! 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 to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
saloni gajjar
saloni gajjar
I completed my BLS from here and it was a very informative experience!! Will recommend!
Response from the owner: Hey Saloni! 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 BLS training course with us. 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.
Car School
Car School
Best
Response from the owner: 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!
Kianna Dewart
Kianna Dewart
The new first aid training course was excellent and engaging. Our instructor Hosam was a great facilitator and had significant knowledge about first aid- he was awesome!
Response from the owner: Hi Kianna! 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 First Aid training course with us. 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.
Matt
Matt
Tracy is a pro instructor that did a fantastic job with the course. Made the day go by smoothly. Thanks!
Response from the owner: Hey Matt! 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 training course with us. 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.
Tania Gloster (TaniaG)
Tania Gloster (TaniaG)
Tracy did an amazing job teaching us SAF skills and kept us engaged throughout the course!
Response from the owner: Tania, 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!
Morgan Buttigieg
Morgan Buttigieg
Hosam was my coach for CPR Training. He kept the material quick and effective and was engaging throughout the entire process.
Response from the owner: Morgan, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We're very happy that you had an enjoyable CPR 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!
shintu varughese Abraham
shintu varughese Abraham
It was really awesome and worth it
Response from the owner: Shintu! 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 your next recertification. Stay safe!
Fozia Sajjad
Fozia Sajjad
Response from the owner: Hey Fozia! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Julian Thomas
Julian Thomas
Rajeev; the instructor was very knowledgeable and very intuitive. He engaged all the students. He made learning fun and interesting. He was also very respectful.
Response from the owner: Hey Julian! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!
Hanna Rohovyk
Hanna Rohovyk
Response from the owner: Hi Hanna! 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 to learn life-saving skills. We hope to see you soon for recertification. Stay safe!
Quinn Base
Quinn Base
Thank you Rajeev you did amazing! Very interactive session and everyone was happy!
Response from the owner: Hey Quinn! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Rajeev as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!
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Are you ready to become a lifesaver? Sign up for our first aid training course today to acquire the vital skills needed for emergency response, medical assistance, CPR, and life-saving techniques. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, a workplace safety officer, or someone eager to make a difference in critical situations, our expert-led programs will equip you to respond confidently when it counts. Don’t wait for an emergency to happen—take the initiative now and be ready to save lives. Enroll in our CPR course today!

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 23 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.
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