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Sawmill Creek Pool and C.C., courses for Aquatics Certification in the fall
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.
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.
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.
Progressively evaluated so 100% attendance is required.
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Wed, 4 pm-9 pm, Sep 15-Oct 6, $133.25 159971815 yrs+, 4 classes, Register
Prerequisite: National Lifeguard or Lifesaving Society Instructor (Swim or Lifesaving) certification; and 100 hours experience as a lifeguard and/or instructor.
AST provides candidates with the knowledge that prepares them for the responsibilities associated with being aquatic supervisors, head guards and head instructors. Participants will learn provincial regulations, legal responsibilities, facility management, supervisory and communication skills and risk management.
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Tue, 4:15 pm-9:15 pm, Nov 23-Nov 30, $103.50 159969916 yrs+, 2 classes, Register
Prerequisite: 12 years of age
Combined course that certifies participants in Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED skills.
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Sat,Sun, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Sep 11-Sep 12, $131.75 159973312 yrs-14 yrs, 2 classes, Register
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Tue,Thu, 5:15 pm-9:15 pm, Oct 19-Oct 28, $131.75 159973812 yrs-14 yrs, 4 classes, Register
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Sat,Sun, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Nov 6-Nov 7, $131.75 159973412 yrs-14 yrs, 2 classes, Register
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Sat,Sun, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Dec 18-Dec 19, $131.75 159973612 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.
Prepares candidates to teach up to and including Standard First Aid.
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Thu, 4:15 pm-9:15 pm, Sep 23-Oct 14, $153.75 159971616 yrs+, 4 classes, Register
Prerequisite: 12 years of age
Combined course that certifies participants in Standard First Aid, CPR C and AED skills.
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Sat,Sun, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Sep 11-Sep 12, $149.00 159972815 yrs+, 2 classes, Register
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Tue,Thu, 5:15 pm-9:15 pm, Oct 19-Oct 28, $149.00 159973115 yrs+, 4 classes, Register
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Sat,Sun, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Nov 6-Nov 7, $149.00 159972915 yrs+, 2 classes, Register
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Sat,Sun, 8:30 am-4:30 pm, Dec 18-Dec 19, $149.00 159973015 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.
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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Wed, 4 pm-8 pm, Sep 8, $78.75 159970016 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Wed, 4 pm-8 pm, Oct 13, $78.75 160099216 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Mon, 4 pm-8 pm, Oct 25, $78.75 159970316 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Wed, 4 pm-8 pm, Oct 27, $78.75 159970116 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Mon, 4 pm-8 pm, Dec 13, $78.75 159970416 yrs+, 1 class, cancelled
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Wed, 4 pm-8 pm, Dec 15, $78.75 159970216 yrs+, 1 class, cancelled
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.
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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Wed, 4:30 pm-9 pm, Nov 3-Dec 8, $210.75 159974715 yrs+, 6 classes, Register
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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Fri, 4 pm-8:15 pm, Sep 10, $78.75 159970516 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Mon, 4 pm-8:15 pm, Oct 25, $78.75 159970816 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Wed, 4 pm-8:15 pm, Oct 27, $78.75 159970616 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Mon, 4 pm-8:15 pm, Nov 29, $78.75 160099316 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Wed, 4 pm-8:15 pm, Dec 15, $78.75 159970716 yrs+, 1 class, cancelled
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Mon, 4 pm-8:15 pm, Dec 20, $78.75 159970916 yrs+, 1 class, cancelled
