Description
National Lifeguard training emphasizes prevention and effective rescue response in emergencies including first aid treatment. Candidates develop teamwork, leadership and communication skills. Fitness requirements include a timed object recovery, 50m sprint challenge, 50m rescue drill and 400 m endurance challenge. 100% attendance is mandatory. Prerequisite: 15 years of age and Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid. This course is eligible for P2P.
The Lifesaving Society now requires candidates to confirm their identity by presenting valid identification on the first day of class. Acceptable forms of identification include: Driver’s Licence, Health Card with photo, Passport, Permanent Resident Card, Ontario Photo Card, Certificate of Indian Status or Canadian Citizenship Card. (Digital copies of the identification are acceptable)