Certifications

Bronze Medallion

$170 members/$196 non-members

This course teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn tows and carries, and defense and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Includes CPR A. Prerequisite: Bronze Star or 13 years of age.

Bronze Cross

$132 members/$152 non-members

Designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard (NL) certification. Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion AND current Intermediate First Aid.

Aquatic Teaching Fundamentals

$150 members/$175 non-members

This introduction to aquatic teaching prepares candidates with knowledge and experience required for the Lifesaving Instructor course. It is designed to provide candidates with the proper knowledge and skills to teach swimming and safe behaviours and attitudes around water. The course will provide you with the instructional knowledge and theories on topics including stroke correction, mechanics of swimming, teaching, and learning methods, swimming skills, communication, safety supervision, and feedback.

This course also includes in-water volunteer experience with preschool

Swim 4 Life/Lifesaving Instructor (LSI)

$288 members/$327 non-members

Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs.

Lifesaving Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronze Medals, Distinction, and Lifesaving Society CPR programs.

Prerequisite: 15 years old and Bronze Cross or higher, and Aquatic Teaching Fundamentals

Intermediate First Aid (IFA)

$145 members/$164 non-members

This first aid program provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. This course is for those who want an in-depth understanding of first aid such as: medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns and medical emergencies. Includes CPR-C and AED certification. This is a Lifesaving Society Course and is OH&S recognized. Prerequisite: 13 years of age

Intermediate First Aid (SFA) Recertification

$86 members/$99 non-members

Includes CPR-C and AED. Prerequisites: Current Intermediate First Aid.