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Sawmill Creek Pool and C.C., courses for Aquatics Certification for youth in the spring
Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid
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.
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Sun, 4 pm-6:30 pm, Mar 27-Jun 12, $159.25 161310815 yrs+, 10 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, Apr 5-Apr 12, $110.75 161309716 yrs+, 2 classes, Register
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Tue, 6 pm-9 pm, May 10-May 17, $37.25 161311116 yrs+, 2 classes, Register
Progressively evaluated so 100% attendance is required. Required for employment with City of Ottawa Aquatics.
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Wed, 4 pm-9 pm, Mar 23-Apr 13, $136.00 161311216 yrs+, 4 classes, Register
Prerequisites: National Lifeguard certification (any option), Lifesaving Instructor certification, and Advanced Instructor certification
After successful completion of the NLS Instructor course, participants are certified to teach all options of the National Lifeguard certification.
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Fri,Sun, 4:30 pm-3:30 pm, Jun 10-Jun 12, $151.25 161311816 yrs+, 3 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.
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Mon, 4:15 pm-9:15 pm, Jun 6, $80.50 161311416 yrs+, 1 class, Register
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Mon, 4:15 pm-9:15 pm, Jun 20, $80.50 161311516 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 attend the information session on the first day. Course manuals and Red Cross online access are included in the course fee. 100% attendance is required.
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Wed, 5 pm-8 pm, Apr 27-May 11, $240.50 161312515 yrs+, 3 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.
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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Mon, 4:15 pm-9:15 pm, Jun 13, $80.50 161313616 yrs+, 1 class, cancelled