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Aquatic Leadership 2018-2019 Page 2
Bronze Star & Basic First Aid with CPR A A Lifesaving Society Program
Bronze Star Bronze Star is the pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and it is excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. Participants develop problem-solving skills individually and in partners. They learn how to keep a cool head and take charge in an emergency. Includes a 400 metre timed swim.
Basic First Aid- CPR A This course gives students basic knowledge of first aid techniques that will assist in their rescues as well as every day minor scenarios. The focus is on remaining calm and acting quickly in first aid emergencies. Students will learn rescue breathing techniques as well as choking rescues as well as CPR skills.
As personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for use and evaluated in both programs, a key chain face shield and gloves has been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate on the first class. Prerequisite(s): Minimum age of 11 years and completed Zodiac Swim 12 or equivalent.
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course.
Course Cost: $375 incl. HST
Safeguard A Lifesaving Society Program
This course is safety supervision training for guardians (e.g, day camp counsellors, counsellors-in-training and others) who accompany groups of young people to pools or waterfronts. The course stresses the responsibility undertaken by these group leaders for safeguarding the young people in their care even when under lifeguard supervision.
Safeguard focuses on water safety awareness, accident prevention and the principles of aquatic safety supervision. Safeguard teaches participants how to identify hazards and at-risk behaviours, how to recognize potential victims, and how to respond safely in an aquatic emergency. Safeguard training is designed for swimmers and non-swimmers alike. Successful completion of the course is based on active participation in all sessions and evidence of the Must Sees in each item.
Prerequisites: Guardians must be at least 12 years of age AND comfortable in and around the water.
Course Cost: $60
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV Saturday May 25th 10 am – 2 pm Cancelled
HAV Saturday June 8th 2 pm – 6 pm 27768
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV September 16th – November 25th No class: October 7th
Sundays 4:30 pm – 6:00 pm 27759
TFS September 17th – November 26th No class: October 8th
Mondays 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm 27760
FERN October 14th – December 16th Sundays 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm 27761
TFS January 12th – March 2nd No class: February 16th
Saturdays 12:00 pm – 2:15 pm 27762
TFS March 25th – June 10th No class: April 22nd & May 20st
Mondays 7:30 pm – 9:00 pm 27765
HAV March 26th – May 28th Tuesdays 5:30 pm – 7:00pm 27766
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Bronze Medallion & Emergency First Aid-CPR B A Lifesaving Society Program
Bronze Medallion This course offers an understanding of lifesaving principles contained in the 4 components of water-rescue education: judgment, fitness, knowledge and skill. Rescuers learn tows and carries, and defense methods and releases 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.
Emergency First Aid-CPR B This course gives students general knowledge of first aid principles to increase confidence in order to effectively manage an emergency, without panic or confusion. The focus is on providing first aid for common injuries and core skills to reduce shock. In addition, the students learn to recognize and respond to cardiovascular emergencies that occur in adults, children and infants.
As personal protective equipment (PPE) is required for use and evaluated in both programs a CPR mask and gloves has been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate on the first class along with their required text, The Canadian Lifesaving Manual.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum age of 13 years or 12 years of age AND Bronze Star (Registration for 12 year old candidates with Bronze Star can only be done through our Administrator [email protected])
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Course Cost: $425 incl. HST
Bronze Medallion, Standard First Aid-CPR C & Bronze Cross Crash Course A Lifesaving Society Program
This course includes the following Lifesaving Society awards: Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, and Standard First Aid with CPR-C
Prerequisite: Minimum age of 13 years 100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Course Cost: $650 incl. HST – Pool Courses Course Cost: $500 incl. HST – Waterfront Course Room & Board option available: additional $75
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
TAMARACK June 12th - 16th Wednesday 1 pm to 6 pm Thu-Sat 9 am to 6 pm Sunday 9 am to 1 pm
27775
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV September 16th – November 25th No class: October 7th
Sundays 12 – 3 pm 27769
HAV March 24th – June 9th No Class: April 21st & May 19th
Sundays 12 – 3 pm 27770
HAV April 12th, 13th, May 3rd & 4th Friday 6 - 10 pm Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
27771
FHCI July 29th – August 2nd Monday – Friday – 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 27772
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV March 11th – 15th Monday – Friday 9 am – 6 pm 27773
HAV August 26th – 30th Monday – Friday 9 am – 6 pm 27774
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Bronze Cross & Standard First Aid-CPR C A Lifesaving Society Program
Bronze Cross Bronze Cross is the next level in the lifesaving chain. This course will bring you one step closer to becoming a certified Instructor and/or Lifeguard. Bronze Cross builds upon the foundation established in Bronze Medallion and teaches more complex and advanced lifesaving skills, for example the difference between a lifesaver and lifeguard is outlined and deep water spinal injury management.
Standard First Aid-CPR C This course provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. Standard First Aid incorporates all of the Emergency First Aid content and is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid including: legal implications of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat and cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns and medical emergencies. It provides knowledge of how the heart works and what goes wrong when defibrillation is required. Candidates will learn when and how to operate a public access defibrillator.
Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion AND Emergency First Aid-CPR B Required Materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual, CPR mask, gloves
(If a candidate does not have any of the above items, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration) 100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $425 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV January 13th – March 3rd No class: February 17th
Sundays 10:30 am – 3:00 pm 27776
HAV March 24th – June 9th No class: April 21st & May 19th
Sundays 4:45 – 8:00 pm 27777
HAV May 24th – 26th & June 7th – 9th Friday 6 pm – 10 pm Saturday 10 am – 7 pm Sunday 11 am – 8 pm
27778
Bronze Cross Recertification A Lifesaving Society Program
This recertification course offers Bronze Cross candidates who have and/or are about to expire from their two-year certification period, a chance to review and update their techniques to maintain current certification. Candidates are required to perform to Bronze Cross standards in a practical examination. Candidates must complete the 600m swim in 18 minutes or less and perform the required skills and rescues. Required Materials: CPR mask, gloves
(If a candidate does not have any of the above items, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
Proof of original certification must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $100 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV Sunday September 9th 10 am – 2 pm 27779
HAV Sunday January 6th 2 – 6 pm 27780
TFS Wednesday June 19th 5 – 9 pm 27781
HAV Thursday August 29th 1 – 5 pm 27782
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Distinction A Lifesaving Society Program
The Distinction Award encourages a maturity of response to demanding aquatic emergency situations and is designed to develop advanced water rescue skill and knowledge, and an understanding of the principles of fitness training. Distinction challenges include implications of assuming responsibility in an emergency, how to deal with two victims at once, and rescue of a non-breathing spinal-injured victim. Inherent in the name of the award lifesavers must perform every item with distinction. This award is an effective way to build new skills and maintain your swim fitness level while waiting to take your National Lifeguard course. Prerequisites: Bronze Cross Required Materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual, CPR mask, gloves
(If a candidate does not have any of the above items, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
Candidates will be required to bring a clean long-sleeve shirt, pants and shoes that will be worn into the pool to complete specific course components.
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $375 incl. HST
The Complete Lifeguard A Lifesaving Society Program
Earn all the awards you need to become a certified lifeguard in one course at an accelerated pace! This course includes the following Lifesaving Society awards:
• Bronze Medallion
• Bronze Cross
• Standard First Aid with CPR-C
• National Lifeguard
As personal protective equipment (CPR mask and gloves), whistle and basic first aid kit are required for use and evaluated in these programs have been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate on the first class along with their required texts, The Canadian Lifesaving Manual, Bronze Medallion & Cross Workbooks, Canadian First Aid Manual and the Alert Manual.
Prerequisite: 16 years of age
100% participation is required for successful completion of this course.
Course Cost: $895 incl. HST – Pool Course
Course Cost: $695 incl. HST – Waterfront Course Room & Board option available: additional $150
Location Course Date Times Activity #
HAV March 24th – June 9th No class: April 21st & May 19th
Sundays 5:15 – 8:00 pm Cancelled
Location Course Date Times Activity #
HAV May 3rd - 5th, May 24th – 26th, & June 7th – 9th
Friday 6 pm – 10 pm Saturday 10 am – 7 pm Sunday 10 am – 8 pm
Cancelled
Location Course Date Times Activity #
TAMARACK June 12th - June 20th June 12th 1 pm – 6 pm Jun 13th-19th 9 am – 6 pm June 20th 9 am – 6 pm
28346
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Lifesaving Skills & Drills Need some practice for leadership courses? Want to keep your lifesaving skills active or learn a new technique? This course is for you!
In this course you will refine your lifesaving skills through the following areas:
• safety, surveillance & scanning
• aquatic rescue
• CPR, emergency response & risk management This course will provide you challenging conditioning and team building activities while working on improving your physical fitness and endurance. It is a great way to stay active and keep the skills you learned in your leadership course fresh in your mind, and as valuable preparation for your next course. Pre-requisite: Passed Bronze Star or working towards Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, or National Lifeguard Course Cost: varies per session
National Lifeguard A Lifesaving Society Program
The Lifesaving Society’s National Lifeguard certification is Canada’s professional lifeguard standard. The National Lifeguard curriculum is grounded in important lifeguard competencies – judgment, knowledge, skill, fitness – and will include the Physical Standards listed on our website – Pool Option and Waterfront Option. As a whistle and basic first aid kit are required for use and evaluated in NL they have both been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate on the first class along with their required text, the Alert Manual. Candidates will also receive a Lifeguard waist pack to carry their CPR mask and gloves. Prerequisites: 16 years of age AND Bronze Cross AND Standard First Aid-CPR C
Please note: That the Standard First Aid-CPR C award must be issued by one of the following agencies: Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, St. John’s Ambulance or Canadian Ski Patrol
Required Materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual, CPR mask, gloves
(If a candidate does not have any of the above items, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $490 incl. HST – Pool Courses
Course Cost: $350 incl. HST – Waterfront Course Room & Board option available: additional $75
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV March 24th – June 9th No class: April 21st & May 19th
Sundays 6:30 pm – 8 pm 27874
Location Course Date Times Activity #
HAV January 2nd – 6th Wednesday – Sunday 9 am – 6 pm 27785
HAV March 11th -15th Monday – Friday 9 am – 6 pm 27786
HAV April 12th -13th, May 3rd - 4th & May 24th – 25th
Friday 6 - 10 pm Saturday 10 am - 7 pm
27787
HAV August 26th -30th Monday – Friday 9 am- 6 pm 27789
Location Course Date Times Activity #
TAMARACK June 16th - June 20th Sunday 1 pm – 6 pm Mon-Wed 9 am – 6 pm Thursday 9 am – 6 pm
27788
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National Lifeguard (NLS) Recertification A Lifesaving Society Program
The Lifesaving Society’s National Lifeguard certification is Canada’s professional lifeguard standard. The purpose of an NLS Recert is to reconfirm that National Lifeguards can perform at the NLS standard. The NL training program requires the following items to be evaluated on every recertification:
The following 3 Physical Standards will be covered during the exam:
→ Item 2a Object recovery, Item 2c Sprint challenge, Item 2e Endurance challenge
Required Materials: Whistle, CPR mask, gloves (If a candidate does not have any of the above items, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
Proof of original certification must be presented at the course.
Course Cost: $100 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV Sunday September 9th 10 am – 3 pm 27790
HAV Saturday January 5th 1 pm – 6 pm 27791
HAV Friday March 15th 12:30- 5:30pm Cancelled
HAV Saturday April 13th 2 – 7 pm Cancelled
HAV Saturday May 4th 2 – 7 pm 27794
HAV Saturday May 25th 2 – 7 pm Cancelled
HAV Saturday June 8th 2 – 7 pm 27796
TFS Wednesday June 19th 5 – 9 pm 27797
HAV Friday August 30th 12:30 – 5:30 pm 27798
Supervision Evaluation and Enhancement (SEE) Auditor A Lifesaving Society Program
The SEE Auditor course is designed to give participants the knowledge, training and tools required to evaluate the effectiveness of Lifeguard and Instructor supervision using a quantifiable measuring system. Prerequisites: National Lifeguard certification AND a minimum of 100 hours of experience as a lifeguard OR National Lifesaving
Examiner OR Aquatic Supervisor OR Aquatic Management certifications (need not be current) Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $125
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
ZOD Monday March 18th 5 pm – 9 pm 27799
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Assistant Instructor A Lifesaving Society Program
Through classroom learning and in-water practice, the Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor course prepares candidates to help instructors with swimming and lifesaving classes. Candidates are introduced to key principles of learning and teaching while they master basic progressions. The roles and responsibilities of instructors and assistants are emphasized. Prerequisites: 14 years of age AND Bronze Cross Required Materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual
(If a candidate does not have this manual, it can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $350 incl. HST
Swim Instructor A Lifesaving Society Program
This course prepares candidates to teach and evaluate basic swim strokes and related skills. Candidates acquire proven teaching methods, a variety of stroke development drills and correction techniques. Candidates participate in both classroom and water sessions developing skills in the areas of class management, planning, evaluation, leadership, communication and administration. Current Swim Instructors teach and certify candidates in all levels of the Zodiac Swim Program. All Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor reference materials have been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate on the first class. A whistle will also be provided to each candidate.
Prerequisites: 16 years of age AND Bronze Cross or higher Required Materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual
(If a candidate does not have this manual, it can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $400 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV November 11th, 18th & 25th Sundays 10:30 am - 6 pm 27800
HAV January 2nd – 4th Wednesday, Thursday & Friday 11 am – 6 pm
Cancelled
HAV March 11th-13th Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 10 am – 5 pm
Cancelled
HAV May 24th – 26th Friday 6 pm – 10 pm Saturday 10 am – 7 pm Sunday 11 am – 8 pm
27803
HAV August 26th – 28th Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 10 am – 5 pm
27804
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV September 23rd, 30th, October 14th & 21st
Sundays 9:30 am – 6:00 pm 27806
HAV January 20th, 27th, February 3rd & 10th Sundays 9:30 am – 6:00 pm 27807
HAV April 7th, 14th, 28th & May 5th Sundays 9:30 am – 6:00pm 27808
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Lifesaving Instructor & Emergency First Aid Instructor A Lifesaving Society Program
This course prepares candidates to teach and evaluate all items in the Canadian Swim Patrol Program, Bronze Star, Basic & Emergency First Aid and CPR-A, -B, -C. It also allows instructors to teach and evaluate some items in the Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross and Distinction programs. All Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor reference materials have been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate at the first class. A whistle will also be provided to each candidate.
Prerequisites: 16 years of age AND Bronze Cross or higher Required Materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual
(If a candidate does not have this manual, it can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $425 incl. HST
Combined Swim Instructor, Lifesaving Instructor & Emergency First Aid Instructor A Lifesaving Society Program
This course will certify successful candidates with all three Lifesaving Society Instructor certifications as described in the previous
two course descriptions.
All Lifesaving Society Instructor reference materials have been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate at the first class. A whistle will also be provided to each candidate. Prerequisites: 16 years of age AND Bronze Cross or higher Required Materials: The Canadian Lifesaving Manual
(If a candidate does not have this manual, it can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $650 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV January 4th – 6th Friday 2 pm – 6 pm Saturday, Sunday 9 am – 6 pm
27904
HAV June 7th – 9th Friday 6 pm - 10 pm Saturday 10 am - 7 pm Sunday 11 am – 8 pm
27809
HAV August 28th – 30th Wednesday 2 pm – 6 pm Thursday, Friday 9 am – 6 pm
27810
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV January 2nd – 6th Wednesday – Sunday 9 am – 6 pm 27811
HAV March 11th -15th Monday – Friday 9 am- 6 pm 27812
HAV August 26th -30th Monday – Friday 9 am- 6 pm 27813
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Zodiac Swim Instructor Transfer Course A Zodiac Swim School and Lifesaving Society Program
The Swim Instructor Transfer Course teaches current experienced, certified instructors of other agencies’ learn-to-swim programs how to deliver the Zodiac Swim Program. It teaches candidates how to apply their existing knowledge and skills to this program. Candidates must also demonstrate the ability to perform all of the current Zodiac Swim stroke standards, skills and Swim to Survive®
items. Candidates are evaluated through this practical performance. As the Zodiac Swim Award Guide and Teaching Swim for Life® manual are required for use in the Zodiac Swim Instructor Transfer Course, these books have been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate at the course. Candidates will receive the Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor certification after successful completion of this course. Prerequisite: 16 years of age AND Bronze Cross or higher AND other agency learn-to-swim instructor certification (i.e. Red Cross
Water Safety Instructor, YMCA Instructor)
Required Materials: Whistle
(If a candidate does not have any of the above items, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Note: This course does NOT recertify the Lifesaving Swim Instructor award. Instructors must obtain 3 professional
development credits to recertify. You can find more information HERE. If you require an additional credit to recertify your award consider taking one of the following courses: Examiners Course, SEE Auditor, Inclusion Clinic or Aquatic Supervisor.
Course Cost: $140 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV Thursday January 3rd 1 pm – 6 pm Cancelled
HAV Sunday February 10th 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm Cancelled
HAV Thursday March 14th 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm 27864
HAV Saturday April 13th 2 pm – 7 pm Cancelled
HAV Sunday May 12th 3 pm -8pm 27866
HAV Sunday June 2nd 3 pm -8pm Cancelled
TFS Wednesday June 19th 5 pm – 9 pm 27868
HAV Friday August 30th 12:30 pm – 5:30 pm 27869
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Examiner Course A Lifesaving Society Program
Examiners are experienced instructors who undergo specific training in examination methodology and standards prior to certification. Examiner candidates must have teaching experience: they must have taught or co-taught at least one course in the stream(s) in which they are seeking certification. The Examiner course builds on the evaluation experience that candidates have attained in instructor-evaluated awards and content.
Certification as an Examiner is a three-step process:
1. Course – successfully complete an Examiner course (this course) 2. Apprenticeship – successfully apprentice under the supervision of an experienced Examiner Mentor on one exam in the
stream(s) in which they are seeking certification as an examiner 3. Certification – submit the completed Examiner Training Record and the certification fee to the Society
Prerequisite: must have taught or co-taught at least one course for which certification is sought
Required Materials: Award Guide for each certification that candidate wishes to examine (i.e. if you wish to examine Bronze Medallion you must have the Bronze Medals Award Guide at the course), Canadian Lifesaving Manual, Instructor Manual (If a candidate does not have any of the above items, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $100 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV Sunday March 31st 10 am – 6 pm Cancelled
HAV Saturday June 8th 11 am – 7 pm 27815
Aquatic Supervisor Training A Lifesaving Society Program
For deck-level supervisory staff, the Aquatic Supervisor course provides the knowledge and skills, lifeguarding and instructing, to manage a safe aquatic environment. Candidates will be introduced the responsibilities required to act as an Aquatic Supervisor understanding that safety is the supervisors key responsibility and function. Prerequisites: National Lifeguard OR Swim Instructor OR Lifesaving Instructor certification; AND a letter from an employer confirming 100 hours of experience as a lifeguard and/or instructor. Required Materials: Guide to Ontario Public Pools, 2018 Edition (If a candidate does not have this item, they can be purchased from Zodiac at time of registration)
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course. Course Cost: $150 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV January 3rd & 4th Thursday & Friday 10:30 am - 4:30 pm
Cancelled
HAV June 7th & 8th Friday 6 pm – 10 pm Saturday 10 am – 7 pm
Cancelled
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National Lifeguard Instructor A Lifesaving Society Program
This course is designed to provide candidates with an understanding of the expectations and requirements to teach the National Lifeguard program. The class room and pool sessions allow participants to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, teaching and evaluation skills.
The National Lifeguard Instructor course provides candidates with an understanding of the principles and practices on which the National Lifeguard program is based. The course explores teaching approaches and techniques appropriate for National Lifeguard candidates.
Upon successful completion of this course candidates will be certified NL Instructors. NL Instructors must then co-teach/examine with an experienced NL Instructor to achieve NL Examiner appointment. The number of successful co-teaches/examinations required is at the discretion of the Area Chair. A minimum of 1 co-exam is required. The NL Examiner candidate must submit their successfully completed application for NL examiner appointment to the relevant Area Chair for consideration.
All required Lifesaving Society reference materials have been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate at the first class. Prerequisites: National Lifeguard (any option) AND Lifesaving Instructor certification
Recommended: Bronze Examiner, experience lifeguarding
Required Materials: Alert manual, Canadian Lifesaving Manual, Instructor Manual
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course.
Course Cost: $325 incl. HST
National Lifeguard & Standard First Aid Instructor A Lifesaving Society Program
This course is designed to provide candidates with an understanding of the expectations and requirements to teach and deliver the
Standard First Aid and National Lifeguard programs. The class room and pool sessions allow participants to demonstrate their
knowledge, skills, teaching and evaluation skills.
Upon successful completion of this course candidates will be certified NL and SFA Instructors. NL & SFA Instructors must then co-teach/examine with an experienced NL or SFA Instructor to achieve NL or SFA Examiner appointment.
Prerequisites: National Lifeguard, Standard First Aid AND Lifesaving Instructor certifications
Recommended: Bronze Examiner, experience lifeguarding
Required Materials: Alert manual, Canadian Lifesaving Manual, First Aid Award Guide, Canadian First Aid Manual
100% attendance is required for successful completion of the course. Proof of prerequisites must be presented at the course.
Course Cost: $475 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV January 2nd – 6th Wednesday - Friday 9:30 am – 5 pm Saturday – Sunday 9:30 am – 6 pm
Cancelled
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV January 5th – 6th Saturday & Sunday 9:30 am – 6 pm Cancelled
IMPORTANT PRE-COURSE INFORMATION!
Pre-course Assignment: The courses below require the completion of a pre-course assignment. Candidates will need to arrange for pick-up or delivery of the course materials two weeks prior to the first class to allow for completion of the assignment.
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Lifesaving Instructor Trainer Course A Lifesaving Society Program
Lifesaving Society Instructor Trainers (ITs) teach, evaluate and certify Instructor candidates. ITs are experienced and knowledgeable Instructors, Examiners or Coaches who undergo specific training in teaching instructors. Trainer candidates must have teaching experience: they must have taught or co-taught at least one course in the stream(s) in which they are seeking appointment as a Trainer.
Appointment as a Trainer is a three-step process:
1. Course – successfully complete the Trainer course (this course) 2. Apprenticeship – successfully apprentice by “practice teaching” on one instructor course with an
experienced instructor (for each stream in which they are seeking certification as an examiner) 3. Appointments – submit the completed Trainer Training Record and the certification fee to the
Society
The Trainer course provides candidates with an understanding of the expectations and requirements to teach instructors, and prepares participants to successfully apprentice as a Trainer on the Instructor course(s) of their choice. It shapes positive attitudes and values about the Society’s Instructor Training Program, planning, learning/teaching and evaluat ion content and allows participants to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, teaching and evaluation techniques.
All required Lifesaving Society reference materials have been included in the course cost and will be issued to each candidate at the first class.
Prerequisites: Bronze Examiner OR First Aid Examiner OR National Lifeguard Examiner, or; experienced Swim Instructor (100 hours of experience teaching Swim for Life), Official Instructor, Lifesaving Sport Coach.
Expected: Experience instructing, examining or coaching in the appropriate stream for which you are seeking Trainer appointment
Recommended Materials: Canadian First Aid Manual, Canadian Lifesaving Manual, Alert, award guides (all levels)
Course Cost: $275 incl. HST
Location Course Dates Times Activity #
HAV January 3rd & 4th Thursday & Friday 9:30 am – 6 pm Cancelled
IMPORTANT PRE-COURSE INFORMATION!
Pre-course Assignment: This course requires the completion of a pre-course assignment. Candidates will need to arrange for pick-up or delivery of the course materials two weeks prior to the first class to allow for completion of the assignment.