Pinecrest Recreation Complex, courses for Aquatics Certification in the winter
Note: this course was offered during last winter and is no longer available for registration. Please try the following searches:
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Bronze Cross during the spring 2022
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Bronze Cross during the summer 2022
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.) More advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross teaches the difference between lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of emergency procedures, teamwork and use of special equipment.
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Sat, 1:45 pm-5 pm,
Jan 8-Mar 5,
$106.25
1607107
12 yrs-14 yrs,
9 classes,
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Sat, 1:45 pm-5 pm,
Jan 8-Mar 5,
$120.25
1607108
15 yrs+,
9 classes,
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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.
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Sat, 2:45 pm-4:45 pm,
Jan 8-Mar 5,
$140.75
1607109
13 yrs-14 yrs,
9 classes,
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Sat, 2:45 pm-6:15 pm,
Jan 8-Mar 5,
$159.25
1607110
15 yrs+,
9 classes,
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Sun, 9 am-11:45 am,
Jan 9-Mar 6,
$159.25
1607111
15 yrs+,
9 classes,
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Sun, 9 am-11:45 am,
Jan 9-Mar 6,
$140.75
1607112
13 yrs-14 yrs,
9 classes,
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Note: this course was offered during last winter and is no longer available for registration. Please try the following searches:
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Bronze Star during the spring 2022
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Bronze Star during the summer 2022
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.
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Sun, 9 am-10 am,
Jan 9-Mar 6,
$82.25
1607113
10 yrs-14 yrs,
9 classes,
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Sun, 10 am-11 am,
Jan 9-Mar 6,
$82.25
1607114
10 yrs-14 yrs,
9 classes,
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Note: this course was offered during last winter and is no longer available for registration. Please try the following searches:
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LS airway management during the spring 2022
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LS airway management during the summer 2022
Prerequisite: Standard First Aid (the Lifesaving Society has posted a list of agencies on their website which are approved for the SFA prerequisite certification.)
Provides lifeguards with specific knowledge and training in use of oxygen and advanced equipment.
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Mon, 5 pm-9 pm,
Jan 31,
$41.00
1607467
15 yrs+,
1 class,
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Mon, 5 pm-9 pm,
Mar 7,
$41.00
1607468
15 yrs+,
1 class,
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Prerequisite: 12 years of age
Combined course that certifies participants in Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED skills.
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Thu,Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm,
Jan 6-Jan 7,
$134.50
1607464
12 yrs-14 yrs,
2 classes,
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Fri, 5 pm-9 pm,
Jan 14-Feb 4,
$134.50
1607465
12 yrs-14 yrs,
4 classes,
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Fri, 5 pm-9 pm,
Feb 11-Mar 4,
$134.50
1607466
12 yrs-14 yrs,
4 classes,
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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.
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Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm,
Mar 11,
$99.25
1607460
15 yrs+,
1 class,
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Prerequisite: 12 years of age
Combined course that certifies participants in Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED skills.
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Thu,Fri, 8:30 am-4:30 pm,
Jan 6-Jan 7,
$152.00
1607461
15 yrs+,
2 classes,
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Fri, 5 pm-9 pm,
Jan 14-Feb 4,
$152.00
1607462
15 yrs+,
4 classes,
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Fri, 5 pm-9 pm,
Feb 11-Mar 4,
$152.00
1607463
15 yrs+,
4 classes,
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Note: this course was offered during last winter and is no longer available for registration. Please try the following searches:
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National Lifeguard during the spring 2022
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National Lifeguard during the summer 2022
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.
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Sun, 3 pm-8 pm,
Jan 9-Mar 6,
$175.25
1607119
15 yrs+,
9 classes,
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Prerequisite: National Lifeguard certification
Designed to test the lifeguarding skills and knowledge in order to maintain current certification at the National Lifeguard level.
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Thu, noon-5 pm,
Jan 6,
$80.50
1607459
16 yrs+,
1 class,
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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.
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Sun, 9 am-11 am,
Feb 20-Mar 13,
$240.50
1607436
15 yrs+,
4 classes,
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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.
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Sun, 3 pm-8:15 pm,
Feb 6-Mar 6,
$215.00
1607437
15 yrs+,
5 classes,
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Required clinic to maintain RC WSI certification. Opportunity to share ideas, review skills and address areas of challenge.Candidate will be evaluated on their strokes at the Red Cross Swim kids 10 level. Red Cross Professional Development Modules must be completed online prior to attending the recertification.
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Tue, noon-4:15 pm,
Jan 4,
$75.00
1607458
16 yrs+,
1 class,
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