YMCA of Pictou County Aquatic Certification Courses

THE BRONZE MEDALLION teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education -- judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn both tows and carries, and release methods in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Lifesavers learn to respond to increasingly complex situations involving conscious and unconscious victims with an obstructed airway. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for the Bronze Cross Award. Prerequisites: Minimum 13 years of age or Bronze Star certification Dates: July 27,28,29,30,31 1pm- 5pm (20 hours)

1. CA$160.00

   Jul 10 - Aug 14

Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion Designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safe supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs including National Lifeguard and Instructor certification. Includes a timed 600 m swim. Bronze Cross is recognized as an Assistant Lifeguard certificate. Dates: Aug 3,4,5,6,7 1 PM- 5 PM (20 hours)

1. CA$160.00

   Jul 10 - Aug 14

Lifeguarding is an exciting and rewarding job that carries great responsibility. Guards take courses and train hard for events they hope will never happen and which they work hard to prevent. NLS guards are always in training to keep their skills, knowledge and fitness sharp. They are required to keep other important certifications such as CPR and first aid up-to-date. Some are trained in advanced treatments like using oxygen or in the use of specialized equipment like defibrillators and personal watercraft. National Lifeguard is Canada's only nationally recognized lifeguard certification program. National Lifeguard is a legal certificate for lifeguarding throughout the country. DATES (48 hours): Aug 14 (blended online/in-person), Aug 15 9 am - 5 pm (in person) Aug 17,18,19,24,25,26 9am - 5pm (in person)

1. CA$345.00

   Jul 10 - Aug 14

Re-certify as a national lifeguard (Valid for 2 years from certification date). Date: August 10th 10 am - 5 pm

1. CA$100.00

   Jul 10 - Aug 14

This course is recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Advanced Education. Includes CPR-C certification. Standard First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. Standard First Aid incorporates all of Emergency First Aid and is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid including: legal implications of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat and cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies. Dates: AUG 14 (blended online, in person) + AUG 15 9am-5 PM in person.

1. CA$120.00

   Jul 10 - Aug 14

This course is recognized by the Nova Scotia Department of Labour and Advanced Education. Includes CPR-C certification. Standard First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid and CPR. Standard First Aid incorporates all of Emergency First Aid and is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid including: legal implications of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat and cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal and chest injuries, burns, and medical emergencies. **recertification course only. Date: Aug 15 9am -5 PM

1. CA$92.00

   Jul 10 - Aug 14

1 adult aquabelt- 25$

1. CA$25.00

   25.00$, 1 adult aquabelt

   Jul 10 - Aug 14