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Steps to become a lifeguard/Instructor at the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre
There are six steps required to become a lifeguard:
- Bronze Medallion (must be 13 years of age)
- Bronze Cross
- Intermediate First Aid with cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) level C and automated external defibrillator (AED)
- Swim Instructor
- Lifesaving Instructor
- National Lifeguard - Pool (must be 16 years of age)
Duties
Challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.
Prerequisites
- 13 years of age
For course schedules, please visit our booking website.
Duties
Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.
Prerequisites
- Bronze Medallion
For course schedules, please visit our booking website.
Duties
Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life® and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. The Swim Instructor course prepares Instructors to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies while teaching and evaluating.
Prerequisites
- Minimum 15 years old
- Bronze Cross or higher (need not be current).
For course schedules, please visit our booking website.
Duties
Lifesaving Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Canadian Swim Patrol, Bronze Medals, Distinction, Boat Rescue and Lifesaving Society CPR programs. The Lifesaving Instructor course prepares Instructors to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies while teaching and evaluating. Lifesaving Instructor certification is the prerequisite for other Lifesaving Society instructor certifications. Certification in Alberta and Northwest Territories includes CPR Instructor certification.
Certification
The Lifesaving Instructor/ Examiner certification is the prerequisite for all other Lifesaving Society instructor certifications. Certification in Alberta and Northwest Territories includes:
- Advanced Instructor
- Examination Standards
- Lifesaving Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Instructor/ Examiner certifications
Prerequisites
- 16 years of age by the end of the course
- Bronze Cross or National Lifeguard certification (need not be current)
For course schedules, please visit our booking website.
Re-Certification
Recerts are also offered online at https://courses.lifesaving.org/
Duties
The National Lifeguard program develops the basic lifeguarding skills, principles, and decision-making process to help lifeguards evaluate and adapt to different aquatic facilities and emergencies. The primary role of the National Lifeguard is the prevention of emergency situations and the timely and effective resolution of emergencies.
Prerequisites
Minimum 15 years of age - Bronze Cross certification and a current Intermediate First Aid certification from one of:
- Canadian Red Cross
- Lifesaving Society
- St. John Ambulance
For course schedules, please visit our booking website.