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.

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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

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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Nagila Pereira

21 hours ago

I recently completed the CPR & First Aid course at Coast2Coast in Burlington, and it was an excellent experience. Our instructor, Prabhjot Jhajj, was extremely professional, knowledgeable, and highly trained. She explained every topic clearly, made the hands-on practice engaging, and created a supportive learning environment where everyone felt comfortable asking questions. The course was truly enriching and provided practical skills that I believe everyone should have the opportunity to learn. I left feeling much more confident and prepared to respond in an emergency. Thank you again to the outstanding instructor, Prabhjot Jhajj, for making this such a valuable and memorable learning experience. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to get certified in CPR and First Aid.

Caroline Moncho

22 hours ago

Amandeep Kaur such a good lecture. She explained the very well for every one to understand. The class was amazing. I recommend her as our lecturer

Diksha Rana

22 hours ago

Amandeep was very friendly and helpful throug out the course and made it fun for us to understand the concepts easily.

Meagan Collins

22 hours ago

Amandeep Kaur is your girl!! Amazing instructor. Kind and funny and so helpful!!

Iryna Fedorova

22 hours ago

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Amandeep Kaur for providing such an outstanding First Aid course. Amandeep is an exceptional instructor who explains every topic clearly, patiently, and professionally. She created a welcoming and supportive learning environment where everyone felt comfortable asking questions and participating. The course was well-organized, informative, and highly interactive. The practical exercises and real-life scenarios helped me build confidence and understand how to respond effectively in emergency situations. Thank you, Amandeep Kaur, for your dedication, professionalism, and passion for teaching. Your knowledge and positive attitude made this course both enjoyable and memorable. I highly recommend Amandeep to anyone looking for high-quality First Aid training.

Cassia Avellar

23 hours ago

I completed the course in the blended learning format, and it was an excellent experience. The flexibility of being able to organize my study schedule and learn at my own pace helped me get the most out of the in-person training. Maria, the instructor, was outstanding. She was very knowledgeable, explained the content clearly, and made sure everyone understood the material before moving forward. Her teaching approach was engaging and effective. The course included many practical simulations based on real-life situations, which made the training even more valuable and prepared me well for real-world scenarios. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to obtain this certification.

Zoe Adam

23 hours ago

Super fun course with Maria. I took the intermediate first aid and CPR/AED Level C course. I got 100% on the exam without much issue. The scenarios and ice breakers were quite fun and Maria was very informative and experienced!

Spencer Grell

24 hours ago

Instructor was nice kept us engaged lots of knowledge

C W

24 hours ago

Shireen 22

1 day ago

Amandeep Kaur was a great instructor she taught us very well with examples situations and different ways to approach the situation I would recommend everyone to come and learn from her about first aid and cpr she’s amazing.

Michael Liu (Campephilipalis)

1 day ago

I had a first aid training with Maria, I passed my course with ease! Her class was very clear, straightforward and easy to understand! She is a 100% great instructor !

Amara R.S

1 day ago

I attended the blended basic first aid course, and Amandeep Kaur was the instructor. Overall, the class was excellent as it was engaging, interesting, as well as the instructor was very attentive and friendly. I would definitely recommend taking this course!

Sabah M yusuf

1 day ago

Heba Tawakol

2 days ago

It was super fun and engaging to take a first aid course with Coast2Coast. The instructor was engaging and answered all our questions in detail when needed.

Guisella Vargas

2 days ago

Both the online and in person where very informational. The in person Instructor was really good and made things easy to understand and remember. Will recommend for sure.

Elise Gaño

2 days ago

I have a wonderful training with ms SAIKA. Shes so hands on and very patient on teaching us. She so very kind, fun and amazing. Thank youu so much

Tenzin Kunsel

2 days ago

Jst excellent!

Ten Kunsel

2 days ago

Adaora Adiele

2 days ago

Intermediate first aid and CPR. Ali is the best instructor. He was very patient and explained the entire course very well.

Jovan Kooner

2 days ago

Saika Rafique was my instructor for the First Aid Course. She was so kind and made the class interesting as well. I felt like I really understood my information and felt confident in my skills. I would definitely take it with her again!

chanveer grewal

2 days ago

Saika was my instructor for the Level C emergency first aid course. She provided in depth practical and knowledge while keeping the class entertaining and informative. Would take again

The ShortswordWhisperer (Theshortswordwhisperer)

2 days ago

Good. Bathroom had a weird uncanny feeling but that’s beside the point

Bramya Pava

2 days ago

Ali was such an engaging and fun instructor. Really appreciated his time and efforts for the whole day 🙂

Téa

2 days ago

Had Ali who did a great job teaching.

Enduela Krasniqi

2 days ago

I had such a great experience taking this CPR recertification course. My instructor was Andrea, and she was absolutely amazing! She was kind, patient, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel comfortable from the moment the class started ❤️ She explained everything so clearly and made sure everyone understood each step before moving on. She made the class run so smoothly while keeping it engaging and interactive, which made learning easy and enjoyable. Her positive attitude and encouragement helped build my confidence throughout the course, and I left feeling well prepared and confident in my CPR skills. Thank you so much for creating such a welcoming and supportive learning environment. I would highly recommend this course to anyone looking for CPR training or recertification!!

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