Learn to think, react and improvise in emergency situations. The two-day course includes CPR, automated external defibrillator (AED), medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, burns and medical emergencies. - This course is the pre-requisite for Aquatic Emergency Care - Pre-requisites (certifications must be provided in hard copy): - 13 years of age at start of course

This one-day recertification course is designed for individuals that have a valid Intermediate or Standard First Aid certificate that will soon expire. Please bring your unexpired certificate with you when you attend. Intermediate First Aid Recertifications are a challenge of both the theory and practical examinations of all mandatory skills. Prerequisites: - 12 years of age at start of course - Current Intermediate or Standard First Aid (proof must be provided in hard copy)

Aquatic Emergency Care provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR as well as skills specific to emergencies in an aquatic setting. This First Aid course is recommended for Lifeguards, aquatic instructors, lifesavers, and other individuals who may need to respond to a first aid emergency in an aquatic setting. INcludes CPR-C certification. Prerequisites: - 13 years of age

Bronze Medallion: challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness are the four components of water rescue which form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross. Bronze Cross: begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs. Pre-requisites: *The City of Leduc facilitates Bronze Medallion & Bronze Cross together in a combination course. Therefore, Standard First Aid is a prerequisite to register for this program. •Must be age 13 at start of course •Current Standard First Aid (CPR-C & AED)

DESCRIPTION NEEDED - Pre Req's: - 13 years of age - Current Standard First Aid - Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross (current or expired)

Original certification course for both Lifesaving Swim Instructors & Lifesaving Instructors

Swim Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. The Swim Instructor course prepares Instructors to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies while teaching and evaluating. These competencies include: delivering education and training that focuses on development of physical skills, and/or knowledge and judgement.

Lifesaving Instructors are trained to teach and evaluate the three Canadian Swim Patrol Program awards, as well as the Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, and Distinction certifications. Instructor candidates are trained in aspects of learning as well as various approaches required to teach water rescue, first aid, and related aquatic skills in the Canadian Lifesaving Program. Candidates also learn about long-range and short-term planning, class management, safety supervision, and the principles of evaluation. The Lifesaving Instructor certification is the prerequisite for most other Lifesaving Society instructor certifications.

This recert will review the standards of the three Canadian Swim Patrol Program awards, Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, Bronze Cross, and Distinction certifications. The recert will also include short term and long term lesson planning.

NL is designed to develop an understanding of lifeguard principles, good judgement and a mature responsible attitude towards the role of a lifeguard. Pre-requisites: - Must be age 15 on last day of course - Must have successfully completed the Bronze Cross certificate. - Must have a current Standard First Aid

DESCRIPTION NEEDED Pre-Requisites: - 16 years of age at start of course - National Lifeguard (NL) certification (need not be current) - Current Standard First Aid (CPR-C + AED)

Lifesaving Sport Club works on swimming skills, as well as an introduction to water and dryland fitness. Participants develop team building skills, improve self-esteem, and participate in seasonal events and competitions (both local and provincial). Participants are required to have a club T-shirt & swim cap which can be purchased at Guest Services at any time (previous members are not required to purchase new ones if they still have some from previous years). Participants will also be required to purchase a black or blue swimsuit and are encouraged to attend one or more competitions.

This course will prepare Lifesaving instructors to become coaches in Lifesaving Sport. Lifesaving Sport combines athletic ability with lifesaving skills and rescue equipment. Lifesaving clubs deliver lifesaving skill knowledge, stroke correction, fitness, leadership, and competition preparation. Also, this course is a requirement for all Lifesaving Sport coaches to be allowed on deck at sanctioned competitions. Pre-requisite: 16 years old, Lifesaving Instructor (LSI)

Intermediate First Aid Instructors are responsible for teaching and evaluating candidates participating in the Lifesaving Society CPR, Emergency First Aid, Intermedite First Aid, Aquatic Emergency Care, CPR-HCP, and Oxygen Administration programs. This course prepares instructors to apply level 1 leadership competencies and strategies while teaching and evaluating. Prerequisites: - 18 years of age - Lifesaving Instructor (LSI) (need not be current) - Current Intermediate First Aid or Government of Alberta workplace approved Standard First Aid