Aquatics Certification

Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid (the Lifesaving Society has posted a list of agencies on their website which are approved for the EFA prerequisite certification.) Combined course that certifies participants in both Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid. Includes the principles of emergency procedures, teamwork, use of special equipment and comprehensive first aid and CPR training.

• Mon,Wed, 4 pm-9:30 pm, Jun 7-Jun 23, $152.00 1592020

  12 yrs-14 yrs, 6 classes,   Register
• Mon,Wed, 4 pm-9:30 pm, Jun 7-Jun 23, $172.00 1592023

  15 yrs+, 6 classes,   Register

Prerequisite: Bronze Star OR 13 years old by the date of the exam. Teaches lifesavers how to respond to complex water rescue situations. Develops physical fitness, decision-making and judgement skills in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Candidates will develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim.

• Tue,Sun, noon-4:15 pm, Jun 6-Jun 27, $137.75 1592026

  13 yrs-14 yrs, 7 classes,   Register
• Tue,Sun, noon-4:15 pm, Jun 6-Jun 27, $155.75 1592029

  15 yrs+, 7 classes,   Register

Must be comfortable swimming a minimum of 300 meters continuously. This level prepares candidates for timed swims, lifesaving rescues and rescue skills. Further first aid skills are taught. Excellent for those who want to take their Bronze Medallion and are not the required 13 years of age.

• Sat, 11 am-noon, Apr 17-Jun 19, $80.50 1592033

  10 yrs-14 yrs, 9 classes,   Register

Prerequisite: Standard First Aid (the Lifesaving Society has posted a list of agencies on their website which are approved for the SFA prerequisite certification.) _x005F Provides lifeguards with specific knowledge and training in use of oxygen and advanced equipment.

• Thu, 4 pm-9 pm, Jun 17, $40.00 1592048

  15 yrs+, 1 class,   Register
• Sat, 9 am-1 pm, Jun 19, $40.00 1592049

  15 yrs+, 1 class,   Register

Progressively evaluated so 100% attendance is required.

• Tue,Wed,Thu,Fri, 4 pm-9:15 pm, Jun 22-Jun 25, $133.25 1592789

  15 yrs+, 4 classes,   Register

Prerequisite: 12 years of age Combined course that certifies participants in Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED skills.

• Sat,Sun, 9 am-5 pm, Jun 19-Jun 27, $131.75 1592036

  12 yrs-14 yrs, 2 classes,   Register

Prerequisite: Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid certificate within 36 months of the certification date A clinic to recertify Lifesaving Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED. Previous certification must be from a full course and not a recertification clinic. Please bring current certification card. 100% attendance is required.

• Sat, 9 am-5 pm, Jun 12, $97.25 1592042

  15 yrs+, 1 class,   Register
• Sat, 9 am-5 pm, Jun 12, $86.00 1592044

  12 yrs-14 yrs, 1 class,   Register

Prerequisite: 12 years of age Combined course that certifies participants in Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED skills.

• Sat,Sun, 9 am-5 pm, Jun 19-Jun 27, $149.00 1592038

  15 yrs+, 2 classes,   Register

Prerequisites: 15 years of age by the last day of the course, Bronze Cross, and Standard First Aid (the Lifesaving Society has posted a list of agencies on their website which are approved for the SFA prerequisite certification.) Nationally recognized award emphasizing teamwork, leadership, communication, accident prevention, and management of aquatic emergencies. In accordance with the Lifesaving Society Guide to Training During COVID-19, recommendations to be physically distant and limit physical contact will be applied. When physical contact is required for integral parts of training, proper precautions will be taken to do so safely. For more information, please contact your facility. Manual required at additional cost.

• Mon,Wed,Fri, 4 pm-9 pm, Jun 7-Jun 25, $171.75 1592018

  15 yrs+, 9 classes,   Register
• Sat,Sun, 10 am-3 pm, Jun 12-Jun 27, $171.75 1592019

  15 yrs+, 6 classes,   Register

Prerequisite: National Lifeguard certification Designed to test the lifeguarding skills and knowledge in order to maintain current certification at the National Lifeguard level.

• Mon, 4 pm-8 pm, Jun 21, $78.75 1592061

  16 yrs+, 1 class,   Register

Prerequisites: 15 years of age by the last day of the course, the ability to perform to the equivalent of Red Cross Swim kids 10 strokes and skills and Bronze Cross-not required to be current. Prepares candidates to instruct Red Cross Swim programs. Includes stroke/skill evaluation and development, introduction to online module and teaching experience requirements. 8 hours- minimum of teaching experience is to be completed outside of course time. Parents/Guardians are encouraged to watch virtual information session along with the candidate, which will be sent out prior to the first day of the course. Course manuals and Red Cross online access are included in the course fee. 100% attendance is required.

• Sun, 10 am-noon, Jun 6-Jun 27, $235.75 1592053

  15 yrs+, 4 classes,   Register
• Sun, 10 am-noon, Jun 6-Jun 27, $235.75 1592054

  15 yrs+, 4 classes,   Register
• Sun, 8 am-10 am, Jun 6-Jun 27, $235.75 1592055

  15 yrs+, 4 classes,   Register
• Sun, 8 am-10 am, Jun 6-Jun 27, $235.75 1592057

  15 yrs+, 4 classes,   Register

Prerequisites: 15 years of age by the last day of the course, proof of completion for Water Safety Instructor Part 1 - including; stroke and skill evaluation form signed off, online workbook completed and 8 hours teaching experience signed off with completed teaching experience journal. Further prepares candidates to instruct the Red Cross Swim programs. Focus will be on strategies to introduce and develop swimming and water safety skills and ensure candidates fully comprehend the content, standards and expectations of each level. Includes classroom and pool sessions as well as the adapted aquatic module to meet the hiring requirements for City of Ottawa Aquatic Staff. 100% attendance is required.

• Tue,Thu, 4:15 pm-8:45 pm, Jun 8-Jun 24, $210.75 1592060

  15 yrs+, 6 classes,   Register