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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Heba Tawakol

17 hours 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

18 hours 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

20 hours 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

20 hours ago

Jst excellent!

Ten Kunsel

22 hours ago

Adaora Adiele

22 hours ago

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

Jovan Kooner

22 hours 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

22 hours 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)

22 hours ago

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

Bramya Pava

22 hours ago

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

Téa

24 hours ago

Had Ali who did a great job teaching.

Enduela Krasniqi

1 day 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!!

brandon t

1 day ago

Ali is a great instructor.

Essete Makonnen

1 day ago

Fawzia Yekini

1 day ago

Felt confident and prepared after this course! I appreciate how they explained the "why" behind each step, not just memorizing. The facility was clean and the certification process was smooth. Highly recommend for anyone who needs this for work, school, or just personal safety. It was an Amazing First Aid & CPR training Instructor was patient, funny, and made everything easy to understand. Lots of practice and participation . I went in nervous and left feeling like I could actually help someone if needed. 10/10 would recommend. Thank you!

Dianna Ladera

2 days ago

Saika is a good instructor. Very knowledgable. Provided good information and inputs.

Emily Tilley

2 days ago

Saika was great, she’s a very kind and personable person! She made the class engaging and very informative. Providing us with ample examples and time to ask questions. I personally enjoyed how open she was to conversation during the class, opening the floor for us students to ask questions and answer them. This really made the difference when trying to remember a whole lot of stuff, it really helped the information stick! Thanks Saika for the great day and valuable information.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Emily! 🎉 We agree that Saika is wonderful at keeping the class engaging and creating an open space for questions. We are glad she helped the information stick during your Red Cross certification in Calgary. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Ashley Jeffries

2 days ago

Amazing course selection!

Response from the owner:Thank you, Ashley! 🎉 We work hard to offer a wide variety of options for your Red Cross certification in Brampton, and we're so glad you liked our course selection. If you know anyone who needs training, send them our way! - The Coast2Coast Team

Lucas Di Vita

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you, Lucas! ⭐ We look forward to seeing you at your next recertification in Newmarket. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Paramount Courier

2 days ago

I did my training course with C2C and it was amazing to see our instructor Saika Rafiue. She provided all the course details and explained everything in a very positive way in a timely fashion. Her knowledge and experience are the BEST Thank You Naveed Shakeel

Response from the owner:Thank you, Naveed! 🎉 We agree, Saika Rafiue is wonderful at sharing her knowledge and explaining all the course details in such a positive way. We're so glad you had a great experience earning your Red Cross certification in Calgary. We'd love to help your friends and family get certified too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Sander van Walraven

2 days ago

Response from the owner:Thank you for choosing us, Sander! ⭐ We are so glad we could help you with your CPR/AED training in Ottawa. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Vladimir Borisov

3 days ago

I thank Coast2Coast First Aid/CPR - Newmarket for the contribution to our community! Special thanks to Kianoosh Afzali Dehziari for his charisma, experience, knowledge, and, most importantly, his ability to convey information so it's fully understood. Thanks to such professionalism, the course exceeded my expectations.

Response from the owner:Thank you, Vladimir! 🙏 We agree that Kianoosh Afzali Dehziari is fantastic at sharing his experience and knowledge to ensure everything is fully understood. We're glad you had such a positive experience during your CPR/AED training in Newmarket. Feel free to refer your friends and family - we'd love to help them too! - The Coast2Coast Team

Denny Nem

3 days ago

Very information and the instructor was very patient.

Agney “Agney” Giridas

3 days ago

Instructor Joyal

Cole Holita

3 days ago

Awesome experience! Easy and well taught experience!

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

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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