Lifesaving training
To become a lifeguard, you need four different types of training. The first is the Bronze Medallion, which will introduce you to first aid and rescue techniques. Once you pass this course, as long as you’re 15 or older, you can work as an assistant lifeguard at a pool. You then have to take a Bronze Cross as well as a General First Aid/DEA course, which is a 16-hour course dedicated to first aid. Then you can take the National Lifeguard course. A great job awaits!
To become an instructor, you need to take the assistant monitor in water safety course, followed by the water-safety monitor course.
Spring 2020 – Canceled
Due to the current situation, the Olympic Park Sports Centre has decided to cancel the spring 2020 session for all swimming, diving, and lifeguard classes. All participants registered for the fall 2019 and winter 2020 sessions will be able to sign up during the pre-inscription period next fall. The dates for all classes and inscriptions will be posted over the summer.
Junior Lifesaving Training
8 weeks
$95.75 (plus taxes)
Prerequisite
Junior 10 or equivalent.
Between 10 and 16 years old at start of classes.
In this level
Junior lifesaving training is aimed at all swimmers who wish to increase their physical fitness in order to be better prepared for any water emergency. Whether or not they have already begun their lifesaving training, young swimmers will develop leadership skills, self-confidence, team spirit, and physical fitness. This course is an excellent complement for those who wish to go on to become a lifeguard.
Goals
- Develop endurance and physical strength
- Demonstrate the importance of physical fitness in lifesaving
- Develop lifesaving skills
- Learn to use their judgment
Schedule – Spring 2020
April18 to June 13
No classes on May 16
Bronze Medallion
24 hours including the exam
$111.25 (plus taxes) + $47 certification
Prerequisite
Must have Bronze Cross or be 13 years old at time of final exam or demonstrate the skills and knowledge of Red Cross Kids 10 as of the first course.
In this level
The Bronze Medallion certificate introduces swimmers to the four basic components of lifesaving: judgement, knowledge, skills, and physical fitness. Swimmers will learn tow and carry techniques, defense and release in order to be prepared to save conscious and unconscious victims in situations that are increasingly risky.
Schedule – Spring 2020
April 18 to June 13
Saturday: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
No classes on May 16
Bronze Cross
24 hours including exam
$116.50 (plus taxes) + $47 certification
Prerequisite
Must have Bronze Medallion.
In this level
The Bronze Cross certificate is for those looking for more advanced training and want to know the basic notions of aquatic facility supervision. Swimmers will learn the difference between lifeguarding and lifesaving, basic emergency procedures and teamwork. They will also learn to rescue a spinal-injury and cardiopulmonary victim.
Schedule – Spring 2020
January 18 to March 14
Saturday: 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
No classes on February 29
Sauveteur national
45 hours including exam
$185.50 (plus taxes) + $75 certification
Requalification : $35 (plus taxes) + $75 certification
Prerequisite
Être âgé de 16 ans à l’examen final, détenir la Croix de bronze et Cours de premiers soins – Général à jour.
In this level
Reconnu comme norme de performance du surveillant-sauveteur au Canada, le certificat Sauveteur national est conçu de façon à développer une compréhension approfondie des principes de surveillance, un bon jugement et une attitude responsable quant au rôle qu’assume le surveillant-sauveteur dans une installation aquatique.
Schedule – Spring 2020
April 18 to June 20
Saturday: 1:00 to 6:00 p.m.
No classes on May 16
Premier soins – Général
$92.75 + $12 certification
Prerequisite
Aucun, la Croix de bronze est recommandé.
In this level
Ce certificat prépare le candidat à assumer un rôle d’intervenant pré hospitalier lors d’une situation d’urgence demandant des notions particulières de premiers soins. Le candidat devra, entre autres, prodiguer des traitements spécifiques afin d’immobiliser une blessure tout en attendant les services pré hospitaliers d’urgence. DEA et Anaphylaxie-secouristes inclus dans ce programme.
Schedule – Spring 2020
April 4-5: 8:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.