Become a Certified
First Aid
Instructor
Get the skills and certificate to teach First Aid and CPR across Ontario. Join 10,000+ people trained by Ontario's most trusted workplace safety company.
Why Instructors Choose FAST Rescue
across Ontario
expertise
Certification
WSIB Approved
People Trained
10,000+ Across Ontario
Experience
Trusted Since 1998
Compliance
Ontario Regulation 1101
Choose Your Path
Two Ways to Get Certified
Already an instructor? Switch in one day. Starting fresh? We take you from zero to certified in three days.
Expand your Instructor Credentials
Already a certified instructor with another organisation? Our one-day conversion course moves your credentials over to WSIB standards — no need to start from scratch.
This is for you if:
- You hold a valid certificate from another group
- You want to teach under WSIB-approved rules
- You want to expand your scope to First Aid & CPR
New Instructor Training
Brand new to teaching? In three focused days, you will learn everything — how to run a class, teach hands-on skills, test students, and comply fully with WSIB requirements.
What you will learn:
- How to run a First Aid & CPR class end-to-end
- Hands-on teaching techniques and student evaluation
- WSIB rules and Ontario workplace standards
- Live practice with feedback from expert trainers
Is This Right for You?
You Could Be the Perfect Fit
Great instructors come from every walk of life. What they share is a passion for helping others and confidence in front of a group.
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Great at Explaining Things
You can take complicated topics and make them simple, clear, and memorable for any audience.
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Passionate About Safety
You care deeply about keeping people safe at work and in their communities.
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Comfortable Leading Groups
You are at ease in front of a room, guiding people through practical, hands-on learning.
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Driven to Make an Impact
You want your work to matter — to leave people more prepared and confident in an emergency.
More Than a Job.
A Career That
Saves Lives.
Every class you teach puts someone in the room who knows what to do when someone collapses. CPR started within minutes of cardiac arrest can double or triple survival chances.
early CPR
at work or home
Why Train With Us
Ontario's Most Trusted Safety Partner
We don't hand out certificates. We produce instructors who are genuinely ready to teach from day one.
WSIB Approved
Backed by one of Ontario's most respected workplace safety bodies. Every employer in the province recognises it.
Expert-Led Training
Learn from trainers with decades of real-world workplace safety experience — not just textbook knowledge.
Short and Practical
1 or 3 days. No filler. Every hour is hands-on and purposeful. You leave ready to teach — not still learning.
Two Entry Points
New to instruction or converting from another organisation? We have the right class for you — no unnecessary repetition.
Legally Compliant
Training meets Ontario Regulation 1101 under the WSIA. Your certificate is valid at every Ontario workplace.
Real Community Impact
Every course you run adds another trained responder to an Ontario workplace. Your teaching saves lives.
Common Questions
Questions & Answers
Do I need prior experience for the 3-day class?
We recommend having a current First Aid and CPR certificate. Not sure if you qualify? Call us — we'll help you figure it out quickly.
What certificate will I receive?
A WSIB-approved First Aid Instructor certificate, valid to run your own First Aid and CPR classes for workplaces across Ontario.
Who is the 1-day conversion for?
People who already hold an instructor certificate from another organisation — like St. John Ambulance or Red Cross — and want to convert to WSIB-approved credentials.
How many spots are available?
Classes are intentionally small to ensure individual coaching. We recommend contacting us early — spots fill quickly for each intake.
Where is the training held?
At our facility in the Greater Toronto Area. Contact us for the exact address. Private on-site training may be available for larger groups.
How much does the program cost?
Pricing varies by course. Reach out via our contact page or call directly for full pricing details — and ask about group rates for multiple registrations.




