First Aid and CPR/AED Instructor Transfer Course

Canadian Red Cross Instructor Development Transfer courses are designed for those who fall under one of the following categories:

1) You are a current First Aid Instructor with another recognized organization

2) You are a current Red Cross Swimming & Water Safety Instructors with certification in Standard First Aid

3) You are a teacher with an Education degree and current Standard First Aid

Candidates work with Canadian Red Cross instructional resources, and may have pre- and post-course requirements in order to become certified as a Canadian Red Cross Instructor.

All instructor courses are based on Canadian Red Cross Guidelines and participants will receive the Canadian Red Cross Certificate valid for 3 years upon successful completion of the course.

Skills Checklists
In order to become an Instructor with the Canadian Red Cross, you must submit a skills evaluation prior to completing the Instructor course. There are sets of skills checklists for each program and course, available on the Instructor Network. The candidate must successfully complete all skills without coaching.

Post-Course Requirements
Meets the requirement of the co‐teach form as outlined by the Instructor Trainer

Instructor Pathways:

Ready to take the first step? Click on each toggle below to learn more about the two Instructor Pathways for our Transfer course!

Option 1: Instructors with Prior First Aid Instructing Experience

This option is for Instructor candidates who have completed an instructor course with another recognized First Aid agency. They must follow the same steps as a new instructor, minus the Discipline Specific Classroom Component (step 3).

Step 1: Evaluate Skills & Check Prerequisites

Prerequisites: you must be 18 years or older, hold a valid Canadian Red Cross certificate in the discipline you wish to teach (ex: First Aid instructors must hold a valid Standard First Aid certificate) and must have successfully performed a skills evaluation.

Step 2: Fundamentals of Instruction

Course Length: 8 hours online, 14.5 hours (2 days) in-class

Complete the Fundamentals of Instruction by finishing the online component prior to attending an in-class session. It is mandatory to complete the online component successfully as this information is applied to the in-class portion of your training.

You must attend and participate in 100% of the course.

Step 3: Discipline-Specific Classroom Component

Since you are currently an instructor with another First Aid agency, you can skip this step.

Step 4: Teaching Experience

Course Length: 30-45 minutes online, in-class time varies on participant’s competency

You must successfully complete the online component (The Teaching Experience – First Aid Programs) first. Then, complete the classroom Teaching Experience component.

3 attempts are allowed.

Step 5: Certification

Earn a digital copy of your Instructor Certification.

Valid for 3 years

Post-Course Requirements
Meets thee requirement of the co-teach form as outlined by the Instructor Trainer

Option 2: Instructors with Prior Experience as an Educator or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor

The second option is for Instructor candidates who have a valid certification as a Canadian Red Cross Water Safety Instructor/Instructor Training. This option is also available for educators (elementary/secondary). They must follow the same steps as a new instructor, minus the Fundamentals of Instruction Component (step 2).

Step 1: Evaluate Skills & Check Prerequisites

Step 2: Fundamentals of Instruction

Since you already have experience as an educator or Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, you can skip this step.

Step 3: Discipline-Specific Classroom Component

Course Length: 14.5 hours (2 days) in-class

Complete a discipline-specific class successfully (ex: if you wish to become a First Aid Instructor, you must complete the First Aid & CPR program discipline)

Disciplines:

First Aid & CPR
Wilderness & Remote First Aid
Professional Responder
Psychological First Aid

You must attend and participate in 100% of the course.

Step 4: Teaching Experience

Course Length: 30-45 minutes online, in-class time varies on participant’s competency

You must successfully complete the online component (The Teaching Experience – First Aid Programs) first. Then, complete the classroom Teaching Experience component.

3 attempts are allowed.

Step 5: Certification

Earn a digital copy of your Instructor Certification.

Valid for 3 years

Post-Course Requirements
Meets thee requirement of the co-teach form as outlined by the Instructor Trainer

First Aid Instructor Transfer Course Information:

Duration:	2 Days
Requirements:	Hold a valid Canadian Red Cross certificate for each requested discipline Demonstrate a positive attitude 100% attendance of the course Demonstrate knowledge of the individual approach to instructing Be able to demonstrate at any time all first aid and CPR/AED skills that are required for the course according to the Canadian Red Cross standards Be flexible and adapt to the needs of each group Be able to positively motivate and influence a group Represent the Red Cross in a professional manner
Teaching Ability:	Understand how people learn Effectively communicate information to a small group Accept and give appropriate feedback Teach and evaluate participants according to established standards Identify how to include all participants in the course
Certification:	Instructor certifications are three years in length

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Varshini Narayanan

Had the most wonderful session with Instructor Prabh. She made the session very interactive, interesting and fun. Prabh is very knowledgeable and she made sure we all understood every chapter. 8 hours just flew by as we had lots of team activities and quizzes. Prabh truly deserves all the appreciation for the great session.

John Steel

The course was very well organized and instructor Prabh was very helpful which made the comprehensive course materials easier to follow and understand. 5 stars! Two thumbs up!

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Dan Verlinden

Thorough and well taught course

Kevin Namubiru

The instructor was the best ever. Good and patient with everybody and gave us the best we needed to thrive through the course.
Much appreciation

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Clark Kent

I just did a standard first aid and cpr/aed level c class last Sunday with Andrea and I had so much fun. She make learning feel easy and comfortable, and her passion for teaching really shows. I left her class feeling confident and well prepared for any emergency. Highly recommend her!

Response from the owner:Clark, thanks for leaving your fantastic review and recommendation! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

Dianna

Anna was the very best instructor I had ever seen. She was very knowledgeable in her teaching. I loved how everyone engaged in the process.

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TK H

Ali is a great instructor, have passed useful knowledge and insight for us, very encouraging and inspiring course! Everyone could become a First Aider.

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Angel

Response from the owner:Hey Angel! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

Kunjesh Pandya

Was excellent class, experienced knowledge as a First Aider and the teaching skills were good especially the instructor Azra.

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Tabassum

good place to do standard first aid and cpr and aed

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Pearl S

Had a great first aid CPR training with Azra. Highly recommend!

Response from the owner:Hi Pearl! 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 First Aid & CPR 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.

Krishnendhu Krishna

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Leyya Ali

Tracy was thorough and made what could have felt like a long day , go by quickly.

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Analia Parada

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Penny Manship

Instructor is highly knowledgeable, friendly and the course is informative with practical training as well. I highly recommend this for all who requires CPR and First Aid certification done.

Response from the owner:Hi Penny! Your review and recommendation is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a First Aid and CPR training course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

Nancy Mooney

Tracy was an amazing teacher! So lovely and funny and informative.

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Alexis K

Ashraf was a great instructor. He made the class fun and got to know us quickly. I would come back here for my recertification.

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George Fares

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Jane Ma

Response from the owner:Hi Jane! 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!

Frank Okoyo

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Rami temani

Tracy was the best for first aid and cpr level C

Response from the owner:Hi Rami! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re absolutely thrilled that you had such a great First Aid and CPR training course with Tracy as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!

Jem Marquez

Had a fun and great time learning with Tracy!!! Would recommend having her as the instructor!

Response from the owner:Hi Jem! 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.

Theresa Amadi

It was awesome, the instructor was gracious, humorous, infact the instructor has an extraordinary way to attract his audience, you can’t be bored in this class. It was fun. I’m giving you 5 stars. Well deserved.

Response from the owner:Hi Theresa! 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.

Anka Kosir

Very Good and nice Instructor.

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Dlwlrma ARJ

Rana is a wonderful instructor. Knowledgeable about the topic and is very approachable.

recommend

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preeti beniwal

“I recently completed my Standard First Aid and CPR certification with Coast2Coast First Aid. The course was comprehensive, and ELHAMI explained everything clearly and patiently. They created a comfortable learning environment and made sure everyone felt confident with the practical skills. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone needing certification.”

Response from the owner:Hi Preeti! 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 Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training course with us. Emergencies can happen at any time and we’re glad you took the steps to become more prepared. We’re glad you learned a lot and left feeling confident in your life-saving skills. See you soon for recertification! Stay safe.

Keeya Kashani

“I had the pleasure of taking a CPR class with Mira Ainaki, and I can’t recommend them highly enough! Her teaching style was clear, engaging, and highly informative. She made sure every participant felt comfortable and confident in performing CPR and using an AED. The hands-on practice and real-life scenarios helped reinforce the skills, making the training incredibly effective. Mitra is not only knowledgeable but also patient and encouraging, which made the learning process enjoyable. If you’re looking for a top-notch CPR instructor, look no further!”Thank you Mitra

Response from the owner:Hi Keeya! We would like to thank you on behalf of our team for trusting us with your training needs and for sharing your recommendation. We’re happy to see that you enjoyed your recent CPR 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.

Kymani Grant

Response from the owner:Kymani, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

pawan johal

“An excellent and empowering course! I feel much more confident now in my ability to handle emergencies and potentially save a life. Highly recommend everyone!”

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Suneha Thapar

Go ahead without any second doubt.

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upraaj singh

It was good class and really enjoyed instructor Rajeev Energy and teaching methods.

Response from the owner:Hey Upraaj! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

Prabjeet Kaur Ghoman

Amazing experience

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Laura Jacobs

Ezz was a phenomenal instructor! He is well educated, respectful, and is very interactive and fun! Best CPR and first aid course I have ever taken!

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 thrilled that you thought it was the best First Aid and CPR training course you’ve had! 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.

Rose Turner

Mitra made this the most fun SFA/CPR certification I’ve had in a long time, thanks so much!!

Response from the owner:Hi Rose! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re absolutely thrilled that you had such a great Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training course with Mitra as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!

komal deep

It’s really really good training. I enjoyed this class and learned a lot with Mohamed Ezz sir. I provide a lot real life examples.

Response from the owner:Komal, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

Thornia Parkes

Ezz did an outstanding job training my group.

Response from the owner:Hey Thornia! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

Lauryn Boutin

Great experience with Ezz- standard first aid training! Very kind and thorough with his teachings

Response from the owner:Hi Lauryn! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re absolutely thrilled that you had such a great Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C training course with Ezz as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!

Logan Prior

Response from the owner:Thanks for your amazing review, Logan! 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.

Megan Nitert

Response from the owner:Megan, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

Shanna K Audain

I love working with C2C for my certifications!
I found C2C almost 10 years ago, and the customer service, instructor enthusiasm, and quality of training is unmatched (and for a great price too)!

I’ve also been to multiple locations and across the board, everything is always clean, organized, and professional. Can’t go wrong when choosing C2C for your certifications!

Shout out to Hetal Petal at the Scarborough location! Wonderful instructor! *Hats off to you!

Response from the owner:Hi Shanna! Thank you so much for your amazing review. We’re thrilled to hear that you’ve been having such wonderful training courses with us these last 10 years! Our ultimate goal is to provide the best customer experience possible every step of the way. Thank you for sharing your feedback with us! We’ve shared your kind words with our team and can’t wait to have you back again for your next course. Stay safe!

Ankit Joshi

Mr Rajeev is very knowledgable, have taken a good interactive class and good hands on training for all the students.

Response from the owner:Hey Ankit! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

Rebeca Arellano

Rajeev was such an amazing instructor. He was very clear about the material and would give us real life scenarios in order for us to better understand the content. I have come here before as a nursing student and now as a nurse today I felt I learned many new things, stuff that wasn’t even taught in school. Thank you for an awesome class. I’ll be sure to book with Rajeev again.

Response from the owner:Rebeca, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and we’re thrilled that you feel more prepared to save a life since you have completed your safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

prabhjit kaur

Response from the owner:Hey Prabhjit! 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!

Kristina Yoon Kyung Hwang

Super cool. Mr.Ali is a incredible professional instructor

Response from the owner:Hi Kristina! Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re absolutely thrilled that you had such a great training course with Ali as your instructor. We aim to provide the best learning experience possible and hope you left feeling confident in your life-saving skills! If you have any questions regarding the course, please do not hesitate to contact us! Hope to see you soon for your next training. Stay safe!

Jing Wang

abel teclezgi

It was such a full of informations it was great

Response from the owner:Hey Abel! 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.

Krishna Mulani

“I just completed my CPR and First Aid class, and it was an amazing experience! The instructor Rajeev was incredibly knowledgeable, engaging, and made the entire learning process enjoyable. They took the time to ensure everyone understood the material and felt confident in their skills. The hands-on practice and real-life scenarios were especially helpful. I highly recommend this class to anyone looking to get certified

Response from the owner:Krishna, thanks for leaving your fantastic review and recommendation! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable First Aid & CPR training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

Arnulfo Marcos Jr

it is awesome, i’ve learned a lot about first aid and CPR

Response from the owner:Arnulfo, thanks for leaving your fantastic review! We’re very happy that you had an enjoyable First Aid and CPR training course with us. Anyone can be a hero and now you’re ready to save a life since you have completed a safety training course with us! Hope to see you again for recertification. Stay safe!

Sanaz Najafi

Response from the owner:Hi Sanaz! Your review is greatly appreciated. We’re glad you took action and completed a safety training course! You never know when an emergency will occur, whether that’s at home, at work or while you’re out shopping. Thank you for choosing Coast2Coast! We certainly hope to see you again in the near future for recertification. Stay safe!

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