Keeping your First Aid certification current ensures your training remains valid and recognized. Recertification is available to participants who meet specific eligibility requirements set by the Canadian Red Cross.
This page outlines who qualifies for First Aid recertification, how to confirm your current certificate, and what options are available if recertification does not apply to you. Reviewing this information before booking will help you choose the correct course and avoid delays in renewing your certification.
Course Recertification Requirements
Standard First Aid Recertification
Emergency First Aid Renewal
CPR Level C Renewal
Basic Life Support Renewal
Standard First Aid Recertification Information
Keeping your Standard First Aid certification current ensures your training remains valid and recognized.
Requirements to qualify
- Your certificate must be valid and not expired.
- Your certificate must be a Canadian Red Cross certificate
- Your certificate must say “certified in” not “re-certified in”.
If you don't meet the requirements, we recommend utilizing the Blended format for a shorter in-class duration. You can book here or contact us for more information.
Emergency First Aid Renewal
Emergency First Aid is not eligible for recertification under WSIB regulations. Because it is already a condensed course, there is no recertification option available.
Important Notes
To maintain valid certification, you must book and complete a new Emergency First Aid course before your current certificate expires.
This will issue you a new certificate and ensure your certification remains current.
CPR Level C Renewal
If you only require CPR Level C certification, you can renew through a dedicated CPR Level C course.
Basic Life Support(HCP) Renewal
BLS (formerly HCP) certification is renewed through a standalone course rather than Standard First Aid recertification.
If BLS is the only certification you need to renew, please use the link below to view available options.
Recertification FAQs
Is my current certificate required to be issued by the Canadian Red Cross?
Yes. First Aid 4U is a Canadian Red Cross Training Partner. Under current WSIB regulations, we are only able to recertify certificates issued by the Canadian Red Cross. Certificates from other providers, such as St. John Ambulance, are not eligible for recertification with us.
If your current certificate is not issued by the Canadian Red Cross, we recommend registering for a full certification instead. If you’re looking for a more flexible option, Blended Training can be a great choice, allowing you to complete part of your course online and finish with an in-person session.
Do I need a current, valid Canadian Red Cross certificate to recertify?
Yes. Your certificate must be issued by the Canadian Red Cross and must still be valid on the day you attend your recertification course. For example, if your certificate was issued on December 15, 2018, you are eligible to recertify up to December 14, 2021.
Recertification is only available in Ontario under WSIB regulations and applies to Standard First Aid and CPR certifications. Emergency First Aid is not eligible for recertification. If you require Emergency First Aid, you must register for a new course.
Do I need to have completed a full course the last time I was certified?
Yes. You are only eligible to recertify a full certification. Your certificate must state “Your Name – Is Certified In …”.
If your certificate states “Your Name – Is Recertified In …”, you are not eligible for another recertification and must complete a full course instead.
How do I access my current Canadian Red Cross certificate?
Learn more about accessing your certificate here. If you need assistance accessing your certificate, please contact our team and we’ll be happy to help.
Why can’t I recertify CPR Level HCP anymore?
As of January 1, 2019, CPR Level HCP was transitioned to Basic Life Support (BLS) and is no longer offered by the Canadian Red Cross. If you need to maintain this level of training, you will need to register for a BLS course.
Where would you like to take this course? After selecting a Region you will be redirected to select your level of training
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