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/