Coast2Coast offers advanced courses and training to first responders and those providing care in a pre-hospital setting. All training courses at Coast2Coast, including First Responder (FR) & Emergency Medical Responder (EMR), are based on Canadian Red Cross guidelines.

A team approach to professional life-support skills is offered in courses that meet the needs of emergency medical services (EMS) personnel. Courses also vary in the number of hours individuals go under training. Each of our Professional Responder courses covers a variety of topics from basic (circulation and breathing emergencies, and prevention of disease transmission) to advanced (sudden medical emergencies and injuries to the head and/or spine), including instruction dedicated to understanding workplace legislation and responsibilities.

Courses offered are:

First Responder (FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

First Responder
(FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

Register for a Professional Responder Course

Ready to increase your skills and register for one of these advanced training courses? Complete your First Responder or Emergency Medical Responder certification now!

For further information about any of our Professional Responder courses, please contact our head office or scroll down to learn more. We cannot wait to build your confidence as a First Responder in Canada.

Recent Awards and Recognition

First Responder (FR)
Training Courses

One of our most advanced training courses is the First Responder or First Responder Recertification course. These courses were created to teach students in first responder roles various life-saving techniques they will require for their job.

Whether you are completing First Responder training for the first time or recertifying your current certificate, students can expect to learn and practice everything from head and spinal injuries to handling multiple-casualty incidents to birthing a baby. Practice your hands-on skills with top-notch training equipment. Learn from our highly skilled instructors with years of experience!

First Responder

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Requirements

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

First Responder Recertification

Duration

20 hours teaching time

2-day training

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

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued.

First Responder

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Requirements

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

First Responder Recertification

Duration

20 hours teaching time

2-day training

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

Certification

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued.

Emergency Medical
Responder (EMR)
Training Courses

As an EMR student, your course will heavily focus on skills-based training. Students may choose to enroll in the full EMR course, EMR Recertification or EMR Upgrade. These advanced courses will prepare students who are/will become firefighters, rescue safety members and other first responder roles to save lives.

Practice your hands-on skills and gain the opportunity to use stretchers, Prestan manikins, BVMs, traction splints and more! We guarantee that you will feel confident in your life-saving skills after completing your training with us at Coast2Coast. Register today!

Emergency Medical
Responder

Duration

80 hours teaching time

8-day training

Course Content:

Must be certified in Standard First Aid &
CPR-C

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Recertification

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid Emergency Medical Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Upgrade

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid First Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder

Duration

80 hours teaching time

8-day training

Course Content:

Must be certified in standard First Aid &
CPR-C

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Recertification

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid Emergency Medical Responder
Canadian Red Cross Certificate

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Emergency Medical
Responder Upgrade

Duration

40 hours teaching time

4-day training

Course Content:

Proof of valid First Responder Canadian Red Cross Certificate

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

Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for
3 years will be issued

Hear From Our Students!

Video Testimonial Compilation

Ready to embark on your Professional Responder journey? At Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics, we strive to provide the best training experience possible. Our goal is to empower our students with life-saving skills required for their careers, school program or just general knowledge. Our facilities across Canada include high-quality First Aid and CPR training equipment and experienced Canadian Red Cross instructors. Do you need help registering for a course? Contact us today!

What To Expect During FR/EMR Training

Students will practice hands-on skills with the best training equipment around! This training is heavily scenario-based. Students will be required to think on the spot in order to provide the best care for their “patient.” Each student will respond to multiple scenarios under the guidance of an experienced Canadian Red Cross instructor.

Not only will you learn how to perform techniques, you will also learn how to communicate and work as a team. It is important to understand that working together can make the difference between life and death.

During scenario training, students will have the opportunity to act as a primary responder, secondary responder, victim and bystander. Primary responders must give orders to their secondary responder. Each responder must work together to care for the victim. They must also communicate with the bystander and victim to find out more information regarding the incident.

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Some of Our Happy Clients

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Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics4.8

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Stephanie Cheung

3 hours ago

I had a great experience with the CPR & First Aid training. The instructor, Kia, was amazing. Not only did he teach us the necessary skills, but he also explained the reasoning behind each step, which made a huge difference in understanding.

The course was very instructive: it felt like a blend of human anatomy, hands-on training, and even some physics. Because of this approach, I now have a much deeper understanding of why we perform certain techniques, not just how to do them.

I feel much more confident and prepared to use these skills if needed, and I truly appreciate the quality of the training.

Response from the owner:Hi Stephanie! 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!

bhajan brar

2 hours ago

Ahmid was an excellent instructor for the CPR and First Aid course. He explained everything clearly and made the material easy to understand His teaching style was engaging, and he kept the class interactive with real-life examples and hands-on practice.

Rebekah Westacott

2 hours ago

fun 👍

Ayan De Fonseka

2 hours ago

Ahmed Elsaid is an excellent instructor, clear, patient, and very engaging. He made my first CPR and First Aid and AED Level C easy to understand and built real confidence. Highly recommend, 5 stars!

Prathmesh Upasani

2 hours ago

I completed my Standard First Aid, CPR/AED training with Trainer Charlie and had a great experience.

Lindsay

1 hour ago

Ahmed elsaid
Was a great teacher guided you had a great paste And very good at demonstrating what to do during emergency situations. He was attentive And making sure every student was doing it correctly

Stephanie Cheung

1 hour ago

I had a great experience with the CPR & First Aid training. The instructor, Kia, was amazing. Not only did he teach us the necessary skills, but he also explained the reasoning behind each step, which made a huge difference in understanding.

The course was very instructive—it felt like a blend of biology, hands-on training, and even some physics. Because of this approach, I now have a much deeper understanding of why we perform certain techniques, not just how to do them.

I feel much more confident and prepared to use these skills if needed, and I truly appreciate the quality of the training.

Kevin Ernst

22 minutes ago

Ahmed was an excellent teacher. I specially liked the scenarios he put us through. Made it so much more real.
A better facility would be nice. Admiral Inn is so so.

Bernard “Burni” Meyer

5 hours ago

Ahmed Elsaid was an engaging instructor who helped the knowledge be memorable with mix of real world examples, interesting activities, light heartedness was possible and delicate tact when needed.

10/10.

Jagee Ajaja

6 hours ago

Great teacher . Easy to understand. Highly recommended

lhaine taruc

19 hours ago

The Facilitator is lively and I learned a lot..

Татьяна Гербич

22 hours ago

Ahmed Elsaid, very interesting course with him, I really glad to meet him, thank you

sam bell

23 hours ago

Liam Thomas

23 hours ago

Ali is a great guy!

Ira Krugova

23 hours ago

I took a Standard First Aid course with Ahmed Elsaid. His lesson was very vivid and memorable. Thank you for the excellent knowledge and great atmosphere. I felt more confident after his lesson.

Martin

23 hours ago

Very professional and great teaching! Instructor Tatiana was fantastic!

Carolina Lleras

23 hours ago

Our instructor Ahmed Elsaid was great and made the learning fun and informative

Karanpreet Singh

23 hours ago

Ahmed elsaid the genius

Karlie Tiu

1 day ago

Jan was awesome! Spent a whole day with her and she made it fun and informative. Lots of hands on learning (which in my opinion is the best way to learn) and fun games to keep everyone engaged. Coast2Coast website made it super easy to book. I didn’t recieve my online course after waiting the 24 hours, so I sent an email to customer service & they were extremely prompt to help and send it over. No complaints whatsoever! Hoping when I get my recert, I’ll have Jan again!

Thanks to the whole Coast2Coast team!

Randa Khartabil

1 day ago

Renina C.

1 day ago

I took a First Aid course with Ali S. at the Newmarket location, and it was a great experience. He created a comfortable and welcoming environment right from the start and made the class engaging and easy to follow. The session was interactive, and all topics were explained clearly and thoroughly. Ali is a great instructor, and I would highly recommend him.

A few tips to be successful in this class: make sure you arrive on time, both at the start of the day and after breaks and lunch, as the course moves at a steady pace. Being interactive is also really important. If questions are asked, be sure to respond and participate. It not only shows engagement but also helps you better understand and apply the material. Staying focused, asking questions when you’re unsure, and actively taking part in scenarios will really help you get the most out of the course.

Soosh H

2 days ago

Ali is a great instructor. He’s very educated and speaks clearly, covering all the topics effectively. It was a pleasure to be in his class.

Nicholas Lambert

2 days ago

I just completed standard first aid with CPR/AED level C. The course itself is also very in depth, covering all topics I would expect to encounter in the office, in the field, and in day to day life. Maria is an excellent instructor, providing in depth and knowledgeable answers to all of my questions, and respectful guidance on course subject matter.

Christine McNamara

2 days ago

Ali was fun and vibrant and I learned so much from being with him
in person.

Jeremy Ho

2 days ago

Ali was an excellent and fun instructor. Very helpful and offered some great examples to help remember. Would recommend. Be sure to check your email for the Red Cross Registration immediately; if you don't get it call C2C immediately

Laura B.

2 days ago

I've been with Coast2Coast for atleast 3 years now and I've had Walaa twice so far as my instructor and she is always so awesome! The layout of the course was well organized and she was very knowledgeable. She helps us understand why we're doing what we're doing with Standard First Aid and CPR vs just teaching us the tools only to pass the test.

Response from the owner:Hi Laura! 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.

Muck

2 days ago

Dimitrih was a wonderful teacher who made the class both fun and informative

Dilan Joseph

3 days ago

Marites Galvez

3 days ago

Staff are confident and demonstrated a strong understanding of topic!

Nooshin Raminfar

3 days ago

I took a First Aid course with Coast2Coast today, and honestly it was a really great experience—mostly because of our instructor, Prabh.

She explained everything in a way that was easy to understand and never rushed through anything. If someone had a question, she took the time to answer it properly, which made the whole class feel a lot more comfortable. You can tell she really knows her stuff, but also cares about making sure everyone actually learns.

I also liked how hands-on and interactive the class was. It didn’t feel boring or overly serious—she kept things engaging the whole time.

Overall, I learned a lot and feel much more confident now. I’d definitely recommend taking a course with Prabh if you get the chance!

behrooz ghasemi

3 days ago

The instructor was very knowledgeable and friendly, he is a very good teacher

Pardeep Jaat

3 days ago

Amazing Red Cross class! 😊
My instructor Prabh was incredibly kind, patient, and very knowledgeable. She made learning easy, engaging, and enjoyable. Highly recommended!

Navjot Kaur

3 days ago

Amir Mohajer

3 days ago

I had my class with Ali. Super nice guy and a great educator, the class did not feel like 8h whatsoever

Shahin Shahmalaki

3 days ago

Excellent First Aid training! The instructor was very professional, supportive, and made the material easy to understand. They answered all questions and created a positive learning environment. I really appreciated the practical examples and clear explanations. I would definitely recommend this course to others.

Ellie He

3 days ago

Just completed my standard first aid course here. The class was well-organized with hands-on practice, and the instructor was patient and very helpful. Overall a great experience!

Wellason Montizo

3 days ago

Mr. Ali was my instructor and he was a very fun instructor. Had a great time learning, he was clear in explaining the material while also giving us a funny remarks. Passed the test with flying colors

Uma Jarvis

3 days ago

Shalini Soosaipillai

3 days ago

Kia was an exceptional instructor who not only made the course engaging, but also very informative. He gave us many practical tips and advices. He is a very skilled professional all around and is very knowledgeable on many topics. Thank you!

Avnika Garg

3 days ago

I recently completed the Basic Life Support (BLS) course and had a great experience. The instructor Dimitrih Lavfleur was knowledgeable, clear, and made the session very engaging. The hands-on practice was especially helpful in building confidence with CPR and AED use. The course was well-organized and very relevant for healthcare professionals. Highly recommend to anyone looking for quality BLS training.

Alex bergman

3 days ago

Great instruction.

S Takla

3 days ago

Michelle Hall

3 days ago

Meera was thorough and pleasant to listen to. She engaged us when explaining the material throughout course and her energy was consistent.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Michelle! It's wonderful to hear that Meera made your course so engaging and that her energy was consistent throughout. We agree, she's fantastic at delivering our Red Cross certification courses in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! 🎉 - The Coast2Coast Team

Aracelis Reyes

4 days ago

Excellent location 👏en amazing experience. Outstanding experience! The Richmond Hill location is clean, organized, and very welcoming. The instructor was extremely knowledgeable, patient, and made the training engaging and easy to understand. I gained real confidence in handling emergencies after completing the Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C course. Highly recommend Coast2Coast for anyone looking for high-quality training!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Aracelis! We're so glad you had an outstanding experience at our Richmond Hill location and gained real confidence after your Standard First Aid course. It's wonderful to hear that our instructor made the training engaging and easy to understand. 💪 Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Avi Chauhan

4 days ago

I recently completed my Standard First Aid & CPR training in Richmond Hill, and I had an amazing experience.

A big thank you to our instructor, Edward. He was incredibly knowledgeable, patient, and engaging throughout the session. He explained everything clearly, made the training interactive, and ensured everyone felt confident practicing the skills.
I walked away with not only valuable life-saving knowledge, but also the confidence to actually apply it in real situations. It was a very hands-on and practical learning experience, and I genuinely learned a lot of new skills. Most recommended!!

Maria Romagnoli

4 days ago

Excellent First Aid and CPR training by Chuck. Very engaging, great teaching and practical experience and applications shared. Really enjoyed his teaching style and the class was very informative and interesting; great overall!

Ted G

4 days ago

Ali is great instructor, the course is painful to sit through but he made it a better experience.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ted G! 🙏 We're so glad to hear that Ali made your Standard First Aid course experience in North York a positive one, even with the challenging content. We agree, he's great at making the learning engaging! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Nikki Walker

4 days ago

Selena is the best! Honestly, a very engaging and energetic teacher. I was so impressed by her delivery and how she made a loooooong course and a loooong day, that could have otherwise been boring, fun! engaging! and entertaining! and educational!!!! Thank you and I am sooo happy with all my new knowledge!!!!!

DD Patel

4 days ago

Instructor was very professional and taught us the course very well. I like the course and would recommend anyone to go for it. Don’t go for the extras that they ask you when you pay for cpr as it’s not mandatory. If you want to learn how to save a life for a family member in emergencies, go for it.

Daniel Lee

4 days ago

Response from the owner:Thanks for the great rating, Daniel Lee! ⭐ We're glad you chose Coast2Coast for your Standard First Aid in North York. We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification! Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

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.

Professional Responder Program

Courses offered are:

First Responder (FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

First Responder (FR)

First Responder (FR) Recertification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR)

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Upgrade

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Recertification

Register for a Professional Responder Course

Recent Awards and Recognition

First Responder (FR) Training Courses

First Responder

Duration

Requirements

Certification

First Responder Recertification

Duration

Requirements

Certification

First Responder

Duration

Requirements

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Training Courses

Emergency Medical Responder

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder Recertification

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder Upgrade

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder

Duration

Course Content:

Certification

Hear From Our Students!

What To Expect During FR/EMR Training

Some of Our Happy Clients

Testimonial

Our First Aid & CPR Training Facilities in Canada

Professional
Responder
Program

First Responder
(FR)

First Responder (FR)
Training Courses

Emergency Medical
Responder (EMR)
Training Courses

Emergency Medical
Responder

Emergency Medical
Responder Recertification

Emergency Medical
Responder Upgrade

Emergency Medical
Responder