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

Canadian Red Cross Top 3 National Training Provider Award 2024 badge

National Professional Responder Provider Award 2024 – Coast2Coast First Aid

National First Aid & CPR Provider Award 2024 – Coast2Coast

Top 3 Provincial First Aid & CPR Training Provider Award 2024 – Coast2Coast

Canadian Red Cross Top 3 National Training Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics

Canadian Red Cross Top National First Aid & CPR Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast

Canadian Red Cross National Professional Responder Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast First Aid

Canadian Red Cross Top 3 Provincial Training Provider Award 2023 – Coast2Coast First Aid & Aquatics

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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18 hours ago

I had an excellent experience taking the Standard First Aid & CPR course at Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Markham. The course was very well organized, informative, and hands-on, making it easy to understand and apply the skills in real-life situations. A special thank you to our instructor, Meera Patel, who was exceptional. She was knowledgeable, patient, and incredibly engaging throughout the class. She explained every concept clearly, demonstrated each skill thoroughly, and encouraged everyone to participate and ask questions. Her friendly and supportive teaching style made the entire course enjoyable and helped build my confidence in performing First Aid and CPR. I truly appreciate the quality of training and would highly recommend Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR in Markham.Thank you for such a valuable and rewarding learning experience!

Mea Adcoe

23 hours ago

Shaun was a fantastic instructor, enjoyed his humour! He was super helpful and made it a good learning environment

Laura Bodman Hamberg

24 hours ago

Scott was so fun and engaging. Made some heavy material easier to digest. Leaving with confidence that I can help in an emergency.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Laura! 🎉 We agree, Scott is fantastic at keeping the material fun and engaging. It is wonderful to hear that you left your Red Cross certification course in North York with the confidence to help in an emergency. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Mafouo Tcheutsop brussel

24 hours ago

Maria was an excellent instructor. She explained everything clearly, was patient, and created a welcoming learning environment. She made the course engaging and easy to follow, and she was always willing to answer questions and provide support. I feel much more confident in my first aid knowledge because of her teaching. Thank you, Maria, for your professionalism and dedication!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Mafouo! 🎉 We agree, Maria is wonderful at explaining things clearly and making the Standard First Aid training in Ottawa so engaging. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Jackson Mackie

24 hours ago

Had a great time with nice people and a very helpful instructor Maria - would do again (literally had to do it twice cause I started doing the wrong course and was totally worth it!)

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jackson! 🎉 We agree, Maria is fantastic at keeping things helpful and clear. We're so glad that even though you had to take it twice, you still found your Standard First Aid training in Ottawa totally worth it! If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Kelly

1 day ago

This is my fourth time renewing my CPR certificate and this one is by far the best one I’ve attended! Instructor Meera Patel was extremely friendly and delivered the class in an enjoyable and information manner!

Vanessa Veigas

1 day ago

I recently completed my Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training at the Mississauga facility with Coast2Coast First Aid, and I had a great experience! The instructor was knowledgeable, engaging, and made the material easy to understand. The hands-on practice was thorough, and I feel confident in my ability to respond in an emergency. The facility was clean and well-organized, and the entire process—from booking to completion—was seamless. Highly recommend Coast2Coast for anyone looking to get certified or recertify. Thank you to the team for excellent training!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Vanessa! 🙏 We are so glad to hear that you had a great experience and feel confident after completing your Standard First Aid training in Mississauga. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Elaine Wang

2 days ago

I took a CPR/AED Level C recertification course with Ali. He was engaging and made the material easy to understand. He ensured all questions were answered thoroughly. I would definitely recommend this location and course for future test takers.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Elaine! 🎉 We agree, Ali is fantastic at keeping the material engaging and ensuring all your questions are answered. We are so glad you had a great experience completing your Red Cross certification with us in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Nichole Fadele

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Nichole! ⭐ We look forward to welcoming you back to Mississauga for your next recertification. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

sanaz

2 days ago

Kia is a fantastic instructor Very knowledgeable, hope I can take my refresher with him next year

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sanaz! 🎉 We agree, Kia is a fantastic instructor who brings so much knowledge to the classroom. We look forward to welcoming you back to Newmarket for your recertification next year. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Rudyard Dwight Orozco Ramirez

2 days ago

Awesome training and Ali kept the class pretty entertained. I really enjoyed it

Response from the owner:Thank you, Rudyard! 🎉 We agree, Ali is fantastic at keeping the class entertaining while covering all the key skills. We're glad you had a great experience during your CPR/AED training in North York. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Jason Butler

2 days ago

Excellent training. The instructor was clear and didn’t move on until we were all comfortable.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Jason! 🎉 We're glad our trainer kept a supportive pace and made sure everyone was comfortable during your Standard First Aid training in Burlington. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Helen Li

2 days ago

He is informative and humourous. I learned a lot.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Helen! 🎉 We're glad our instructor made your Red Cross certification course in North York so informative and humorous. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Anastasiia Solodovnikova

2 days ago

Great place to improve your knowledge and skills! The instructor Ali was engaging and knowledgeable. Was really fun and I felt comfortable with a team! The hands on practice for sure made me feel more confident. (Me with my new friend on the photo:)))

Response from the owner:Thank you for the wonderful review, Anastasiia! 🎉 We agree that Ali is incredibly engaging and does a great job teaching Standard First Aid. It is great to hear that the hands-on practice helped build your confidence here in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Ryan

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing us, Ryan! ⭐ 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

Samuel Mulugeta

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for the rating, Samuel! ⭐ We are glad you chose us for your CPR/AED training in North York and hope to see you again for your next recertification. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Gelila Mulugeta

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you so much, Gelila! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you in North York for your next recertification. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Alisha Justin Andrew

2 days ago

Great experience and very informative. Ali did a good job!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Alisha! 🎉 We agree, Ali does a wonderful job making the content informative and easy to learn. We're so glad you had a great experience completing your Standard First Aid training in North York. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Barbosa Lifestyle

2 days ago

great service and amazing instructor

Response from the owner:Thank you, Barbosa Lifestyle! 🎉 We're so glad you enjoyed your experience getting your Red Cross certification with us in Brampton. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

YMCA Educator

2 days ago

We had a fantastic CPR and First Aid training experience with Scott! He explained everything clearly, made the class interactive, and kept everyone engaged with a fun and approachable teaching style. He created a comfortable learning environment where questions were encouraged, and the hands-on practice really helped build our confidence. We left the course with a clear understanding of the material and felt much more prepared to respond in an emergency. We highly recommend Scott to anyone looking for an informative, enjoyable, and well-delivered CPR and First Aid course! Martha & Nadia 🙂

Antonio eljesser briceño

2 days ago

Saika Rafique the instructor is great person the class is very interesting and funny the explanation is very concrete and clearly the class is wonderful

Response from the owner:Thank you, Antonio! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is fantastic at keeping the class interesting and funny while providing clear, concrete explanations. We are so glad you had an enjoyable time getting your Red Cross certification in Calgary. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Mohammad Mustafa

3 days ago

Great experience with Coast2Coast. The CPR & First Aid course was clear and practical. Special thanks to trainer Ms. Hazra for her excellent instruction & Professionalism.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Mohammad! 🎉 We agree, Ms. Hazra is fantastic at delivering clear and professional instruction. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Standard First Aid in Scarborough. Don't forget to tell your friends about us! - The Coast2Coast Team

Iryna Karkich

3 days ago

I really enjoyed Saika’s First Aid class. She is a fun and engaging instructor who made learning easy and enjoyable. She combined the material with real-life examples and interactive activities in groups and pairs. The time went by so quickly because the class was interesting and well organized. Thank you, Saika, for a great learning experience!

Rudy

3 days ago

Very well structured and interactive class 🙂 Instructor Tatiana was really helpful!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Rudy! 🎉 We agree that Tatiana is wonderful at keeping the class interactive and well-structured. We are so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in London. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Sherry kazakoff

3 days ago

Saika Rafique was amazing teaching a class with multiple skill and experience levels. Had brand new students along with ones recertifing. She kept the class energetic, friendly and fun. Kept the class at a good pace and answered anyone’s questions and made sure everyone was clear and understood all important concepts. Thank you.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Sherry! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafique is wonderful at keeping the energy high, especially when managing a mix of new students and those returning for their recertification in Calgary. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them 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.

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

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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

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Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder Upgrade

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Course Content:

Certification

Emergency Medical Responder

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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