St-Laurent Complex

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.

• Sun, 8:30 am-12:30 pm, Apr 11-Jun 13, $152.00 1592538

  12 yrs-14 yrs, 9 classes,   Register
• Sun, 8:30 am-12:30 pm, Apr 11-Jun 13, $172.00 1592539

  15 yrs+, 9 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.

• Sun, 8:30 am-noon, Apr 11-Jun 13, $137.75 1592533

  13 yrs-14 yrs, 9 classes,   Register
• Sun, 8:30 am-noon, Apr 11-Jun 13, $155.75 1592536

  15 yrs+, 9 classes,   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.

• Sat, 4:30 pm-6:30 pm, Apr 10-May 1, $235.75 1592542

  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.

• Fri,Sat, 5 pm-8:30 pm, May 28-Jun 5, $210.75 1592545

  15 yrs+, 4 classes,   Register