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Professional
Responder
Program

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:

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.

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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
Emergency Medical Responder Training Courses

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 Training Courses

Emergency Medical
Responder

Duration

80 hours teaching time
8-day training

Course Content:

Must be certified in Intermediate/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

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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Testimonial

Cindy Njoku
20 hours ago
Saika was super amazing and patient with the whole class, she taught in-depth and made sure we understood. I would be back for a refresher at any point because of her. Thank you Saika🙏
Kevinoneal Sokengachigui
20 hours ago
The class was very good and I really like the way Maria explained us things
Alfred Buckman
21 hours ago
I'm really impressed about the Facilitator (Saika Rafique, she is on up of the course, patient to explain every bit of the course.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Alfred! 🙏 We agree, Saika Rafique is fantastic at being patient and explaining every detail of the course. We're glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Calgary. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Judy Desmarais
21 hours ago
Dimitrih is amazing. Love that he brought real life stories of First Aid to the lesson
Response from the owner:Thank you, Judy! 🎉 We agree that Dimitrih is amazing, and we love that his real-life stories helped bring the Intermediate/Standard First Aid course to life during your time with us in Brampton. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Teodor Cretu
22 hours ago
Attended Intermediate/Standard First Aid and CPR/AED with Instructor Ali Sekhavati. Very knowledgeable, helpful, and supportive, will definitely return for my re-certification.
Monica Zalcman
22 hours ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Monica, and we hope to see you in North York for your next recertification! ⭐ Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Mike Desmond
23 hours ago
Excellent instructor. Very informative!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mike! 🎉 We are so glad you found your instructor to be so informative during your CPR/AED training in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Joon Kim
23 hours ago
Very fun instructor, very clear!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Joon! 🎉 We are so glad to hear that your instructor made the CPR/AED training in North York both clear and fun. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jasmin Fong
1 day ago
Our instructor Sharareh Meskoob made our class interactive and very interesting with different scenarios.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jasmin! 🎉 We agree, Sharareh Meskoob is wonderful at using different scenarios to make our Red Cross certification course interactive and interesting. It's great to hear you had such an engaging experience in Newmarket. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
maya
1 day ago
Maria was amazing she made the class super fun and exciting.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Maya! 🎉 We agree, Maria is wonderful at making our Red Cross certification courses so fun and exciting. It is great to hear you had such an enjoyable experience in Nepean. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
MKV
1 day ago
I did the Intermediate/Standard First Aid and CPR/AED Level C course. Wonderful experience!!! Instructor Ali Sekhavati is super fun and had engaging and interactive lessons!!! 😃 Thank you! -Free parking -Restaurants: Subway, Tim Hortons, Burger King walking distance- other eating options are available too. - Well-paced lessons with a lot of opportunities to practice and breaks given were great! - class sizes are very well manageable- instructor was able to give attention to each participant during practices. -Assessment is in person on the same day at the end of the training. Keep your phones charged as it’s an online quiz.
Response from the owner:Thank you, MKV! 🎉 We agree that Ali Sekhavati is wonderful at keeping the lessons fun and engaging. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Scarborough. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Sahil Bhatti
2 days ago
It was great experience to have class with you.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sahil! 🙏 We're so glad you had a great experience during your Intermediate/Standard First Aid course with us in Brampton. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
MUKESH DOBHAL
2 days ago
Well-organized course, knowledgeable instructor, and plenty of hands-on practice. Highly recommend Coast2Coast for CRC First Aid & CPR course.”
Response from the owner:Thank you, Mukesh! 🙏 We are so glad you found the course well-organized and enjoyed the hands-on practice during your Red Cross certification in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Meryem Hasdou
2 days ago
Carel est juste incroyable !✨
Response from the owner:Thank you, Meryem! 🎉 We agree, Carel is absolutely amazing at making Red Cross certification courses in Ottawa so engaging. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Ali “Rossafi”
2 days ago
Carel était incroyable merci pour l’apprentissage !!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ali! 🎉 We agree that Carel is amazing at making the training so engaging and easy to learn. We are so glad you chose us for your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Youssef Syoumi
2 days ago
Carel was the best instructor. I loved the lessons !!!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Youssef! 🎉 We agree, Carel is fantastic at keeping the lessons fun and engaging. It was great having you with us for your Red Cross certification in Ottawa. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
nancy Hoeun
2 days ago
Andrea T was amazing and easy going to teach. Lots of fun and interactive.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nancy! 🎉 We completely agree that Andrea T is amazing at keeping the class fun and interactive. We're so glad you chose us for your Red Cross certification in Hamilton. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Catherine. O Akande
2 days ago
Process was smooth and informative. The instructor Ali was also very friendly
Response from the owner:Thank you, Catherine! 🙏 We're so glad you found the Red Cross certification process smooth and informative, and we agree that Ali is fantastic at keeping the environment friendly and welcoming. It was wonderful hosting you in Scarborough! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Aisha Iqbal
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Aisha! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification in Scarborough. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Sammi Lu
2 days ago
Ali was my instructor and he was really nice!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sammi! 🎉 We agree, Ali is so nice and does a wonderful job helping students earn their Red Cross certification. We are so glad you had a great training experience with us in Scarborough. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Krishna Patel
2 days ago
I had a great experience. Ali is a very funny guy.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Krishna! 🎉 We agree, Ali is a very funny guy who makes getting your Red Cross certification in Scarborough so enjoyable. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Alyza Aguado
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Alyza! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you at our Nepean location for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Nour Hijazi
2 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nour! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you again for your next recertification in Nepean. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Sal Ghannawi
2 days ago
Yolanda Bao was an exceptional teacher. Keep up the good work.
Ammar Ahmed
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the great rating, Ammar! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in London for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
lea valenzuela
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Lea! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you for your next recertification in Ottawa. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Ella Nobrega
3 days ago
Penny was incredible! She was so knowledgeable while keeping the course engaging. I felt involved in my learning rather than being taught at. I had a lot of fun and would 100% choose her to teach me again!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ella! 🎉 We agree, Penny is incredible at keeping the course engaging and making sure you feel involved in your learning. We're so glad you had fun while earning your Red Cross certification in Oakville. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Fosia Hassan
3 days ago
Clear and factual information delivered enthusiastically and assertive.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Fosia! 🎉 We are glad to hear the course information was delivered so clearly and enthusiastically. It is always our goal to provide top-notch Red Cross certification courses in Etobicoke. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Parveen Kaur
3 days ago
BLS instructor Elhamy is the best teacher I have ever seen.. thanks for all the knowledge
Response from the owner:Thanks for your amazing review, Parveen! 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.
Charis
3 days ago
Ali Sakhavati was an excellent BLS instructor. He explained the concepts clearly, demonstrated each skill step-by-step, and created a supportive learning environment. His teaching style made the course engaging and easy to understand. I feel much more confident in my BLS skills after attending his class👍
Response from the owner:Thank you, Charis! 🎉 We agree, Ali Sakhavati is wonderful at creating a supportive learning environment and explaining concepts clearly. We are so glad you feel confident in your skills after completing your BLS Provider course in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Kimberly Alviz
3 days ago
Fun, engaging, and educational session with Ali.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kimberly! 🎉 We agree, Ali is fantastic at keeping our Red Cross certification courses fun and educational. We're glad you had a great experience with us in North York. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Evalina Brough
3 days ago
Keziah Myrl Villavicencio
3 days ago
Thank you, Walaa! It was great learning all of the skills I need for BLS. I feel much more confident on how to approach any emergency
Response from the owner:Thank you, Keziah! 💪 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at helping students build confidence during their BLS Provider course. It is great to hear you now feel fully prepared to handle emergencies in Mississauga. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Philip Kim
3 days ago
Walaa was a great instructor! Very kind and great at explaining the relevant material.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Philip! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is wonderful at making the CPR/AED training in Mississauga easy to understand. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Nidhi VJKumar
3 days ago
BLS recertification with instructor Walaa. She was very helpful and kind. I feel a lot more confident with BLS.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Nidhi! 💪 We agree, Walaa is wonderful at helping students feel more confident during their training. We're glad you had such a great experience with your recertification in Mississauga. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Kadeen Harding
3 days ago
Excellent instructions-Wallha
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kadeen! 🎉 We agree that Wallha is great at providing excellent instructions for your Red Cross certification in Mississauga. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jerry Dvorskyy
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Jerry! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in Mississauga for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Hoang Han Nguyen
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Hoang Han Nguyen! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you again for your next recertification in Mississauga. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Kristin Dodd
3 days ago
I completed the Intermediate/Standard First Aid CPRC/AED in Toronto. Scott was a fantastic instructor - knowledgeable, engaging, and he made a boring subject interesting and enjoyable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Kristin! 🎉 We agree, Scott is fantastic at keeping everyone engaged and making the course material interesting. We're so glad you enjoyed your Intermediate/Standard First Aid training in Toronto. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Edwina Edison
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you for the support, Edwina! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you again in Oakville for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Ali Elsheikh ali
3 days ago
​Great CPR and First Aid course! Penny was fantastic—engaging, thorough, and highly professional. She broke down life-saving skills into clear, practical steps and built up everyone's confidence.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ali! 🎉 We agree that Penny is fantastic at keeping everyone engaged and building up your confidence. We are so glad you had a great experience during your Intermediate/Standard First Aid training in Oakville. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Ali Eskandari
3 days ago
Amazing class, they have many convenient time slots and accessible locations. Our instructor was Ali Sekhavati. He was very engaging and knowledgeable. Highly recommend!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Ali! 🎉 We agree that Ali Sekhavati is wonderful at keeping things engaging and knowledgeable during Intermediate/Standard First Aid. It is great to hear our class locations and times in North York worked so well for your schedule. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jeya Scott
3 days ago
Ali Sekhavati is the best instructor! Learned a lot
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jeya! 🎉 We agree that Ali Sekhavati is an amazing instructor who makes learning so engaging. We're glad you had a great experience with him for your Intermediate/Standard First Aid course in North York. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Caryll Suarez
3 days ago
I did my BLS with Walaa, she’s very passionate about what she does and very knowledgeable.
Response from the owner:Thank you, Caryll! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is so passionate and knowledgeable when teaching. We're glad you had a great experience earning your BLS Provider certificate with her in Mississauga. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Laura Lizarazo
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Laura! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Jocelynn McGee
3 days ago
Response from the owner:Thank you, Jocelynn! ⭐ We hope to see you again in North York for your next recertification. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Rahma Faysal
3 days ago
Really great instructor
Response from the owner:Thank you, Rahma! 🎉 We are so glad to hear you had such a great instructor for your CPR/AED training in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team
Sameeha
3 days ago
walaa was amazing and explained very well. very fun class
Response from the owner:Thank you, Sameeha! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at keeping the class fun while explaining everything clearly. We are so glad you had a great experience during your CPR/AED training in Mississauga. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team
Krista
3 days ago
Walaa was a great instructor:)
Response from the owner:Thank you, Krista! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is a fantastic instructor who makes learning engaging and easy to understand. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Mississauga. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team
Diana Cash
3 days ago
Walaa is an amazing instructor, she was very detailed and helpful with the BLS course!
Response from the owner:Thank you, Diana! 🎉 We agree, Walaa is fantastic at being so detailed and helpful during class. We are glad you had a great experience earning your BLS Provider certificate in Mississauga. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - 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.

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