Canadian CPR Re-Certifications

CPR Re-Certifications courses are designed for candidates that need to renew previously certified certificates. Re-cert courses are significantly cheaper and shorter than original full courses. St Mark James Training is the elite provider of renewal programs to expiring certificate holders in Canada. It has the most flexible requirements and offers the largest number of renewal / re-certification programs out of any major provider. All of our training partners in Canada (click here to view training partners) offer St Mark James re-certification programs. Prior to registering candidates should determine whether they meet the renewal requirements set by St Mark James. To be eligible for a St Mark James CPR re-cert course candidates must meet the prerequisites advertised below.

St Mark James CPR Re-Certifications Requirements

To be eligible for a CPR renewal or re-certification course, participants must meet the following criteria:

• Hold a valid certificate from a recognized provider, such as St. Mark James, Vancouver First Aid, the Heart and Stroke Foundation, or St. John Ambulance.
  Note: Participants in Ontario must have received their previous certification through a St. Mark James provider. Consecutive re-certification courses are not permitted in this region.

• Have successfully completed a full or re-certification course in Canada within the past three years.

• Be able to present their previous certification on the day of the course.

Participants who do not meet these requirements will not be eligible for a re-certification course and must complete the full course to regain certification. Please note that online-only CPR certifications are not accepted. Only hands-on training from a credible, approved provider qualifies for re-certification.

Certification and Registration

Stay current and certified with a St. Mark James CPR re-certification course. Renewal certifications are valid for three years and meet government, workplace, and academic standards. However, some employers or institutions may require renewal at an earlier interval.

Upon successful completion, participants will receive a wallet-sized certification card. To pass the course, you must demonstrate practical CPR skills and complete a short multiple-choice assessment.

For questions about renewal courses in your area, please visit our Locations Page to connect with one of our trusted St. Mark James CPR re-certification providers.

Training You Can Trust

When you register with one of our certified training partners, you can be confident you’re receiving the highest standard of CPR instruction available. All courses follow the latest guidelines established by international authorities such as the American Heart Association and the International Liaison Committee on Resuscitation (ILCOR).

Stay informed, stay prepared—check out the video below for the most up-to-date CPR techniques and best practices.