Aquatic Advanced
Leadership Brochure
2016
Course
Dates
2016 Course
Fees
Why a job in Aquatics?
 Make a difference and potentially save a life by teaching
swimming.
 The best people skills are acquired when you interact daily
with adults, children, seniors and special populations.
 Keep your cool in any emergency because you will receive
the best training and will practice with your co-workers to
ensure you are ready for anything.
 This job will prepare you for many careers: nursing,
paramedic, doctor, teacher, recreation leadership, youth
worker, etc.
 A good reference can help you get to where you want to go
and good job performance here is always something we
like to brag about.
How To Register ….
All registrations must be done at the Customer
Service Desk located at the Tillsonburg Community
Centre – 45 Hardy Avenue, Tillsonburg, Ontario N4G
3W9. If you are from out of town please give us a call
at 519-688-9011 and speak with one of our Customer
Service Representatives who will assist you in
completing your registration. Please remember that
all manuals are not included in the Course Price and
must be purchased at the time of registration unless
the candidate has a current manual already.
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Employment and FAQs
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Important First Aid Certificate Information
Employment with The Town of Tillsonburg
To become a Lifeguard, Instructor, or Assistant Instructor with
the Town of Tillsonburg you will need the following current
certifications.
Instructor: Swim & Lifesaving Instructor certification, Standard
First Aid and National Lifeguard.
Lifeguard:
National Lifeguard and Standard First Aid
certifications.
Holders of Standard First Aid certificates
from other agencies may not recertify their
certificate with a Lifesaving Society
recertification course. They may recertify
only with the original certifying agency or
take a full course. In order to comply with
WSIB regulations individuals must alternate
between full courses and recertification
courses in order to renew their award.
Assistant Instructor: Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid and
Assistant Swim Instructor certification.
Aquatic Leadership Important
Information:
Recertification: Aquatic qualifications must be recertified in
order to remain current.
Course Attendance: Please note that
100% attendance is required to
complete any aquatic leadership course
(lateness is equivalent to absence).
National Lifeguard
……………… Recertified every two years
Swim & Lifesaving Instructor ……….. Recertified every two years
Standard First Aid
………..…… Full course or recertification
depending on Candidate – please speak with a Program
Coordinator for clarification.
What to bring to a course:
You will need to bring the original certification of the
prerequisites required for the course. Be sure to consult
individual course descriptions for prerequisites required.
Course materials and schedules will be discussed on the
first day. Bathing suit(s) and towel(s) will be needed for
the water portions of courses. Other items you may be
required to bring include: comfortable clothing, a
whistle, notebook/paper, pens, lunch/dinner, snacks and
money. NO CELL PHONES ALLOWED
Prerequisites:
Original prerequisite
certifications must be presented at the
start of each course. Please consult the
individual course descriptions to
determine what is required. If your
Standard First Aid is from another
agency a photocopy of the certification
must be submitted.
Age Requirements: Candidates must
turn the identified age prior to the last
scheduled day of the course.
Unsuccessful completion of a course:
Many courses utilize continuous
evaluation. Unsuccessful candidates are
required to retake the full course.
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Lifeguard/Instructor Continuum
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Become a Lifeguard & Swim Instructor with the Town of Tillsonburg
Bronze Medallion
Must be 13 yrs or have Bronze Star
Bronze Cross
Must have Bronze Medallion & Emergency First
Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor
Must be 14 yrs and have a current Bronze Cross
Lifesaving Society Swim & Lifesaving Instructor
Must be 16 yrs by last day of course and have a
current Bronze Cross or NLS
Standard First Aid
with CPR-C is
required for all
Town of Tillsonburg
Aquatic Staff.
Standard First Aid with CPR - C
Only recognized certifying agencies accepted as
an equivalent certification by the Lifesaving
Society are: Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red
Cross, St John’s Ambulance or Canadian Ski Patrol
(as outlined in the Ontario Public Pool Regulation
565/90)
National Lifeguard
Must be 16 yrs by last day of course and have a
current Standard First Aid with CPR-C within 2 yrs
and Bronze Cross. Bronze Cross does not have to
be current. Only First Aid certificates from
Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red Cross, St John’s
Ambulance or Canadian Ski Patrol will be
accepted.
Don’t get turned away at the first
class. Make sure you have the
proper course prerequisites!
Misplaced your certification card or not sure of
your current qualifications or awards? Not a
problem! Check and print out your awards at:
www.lifesavingsociety.com
To view your awards is simple:
1. Click on “Find a Member” on the right navigation
bar
2.Fill in your membership number, uncheck current
only box and click on View Record. You can find
your membership number on the bottom of any
certification card from the Lifesaving Society.
If you are not sure if you have the proper qualifications to
take a course email us at [email protected] or call us at
519-688-9011 and ask for an Aquatics Coordinator.
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Bronze Medallion
Prerequisites: Bronze Star or minimum
Age 13 yrs
Teaches lifesavers of all ages how to
respond in complex water rescue situations.
Bronze Medallion develops physical fitness,
decision making and judgement skills in
preparation for challenging rescues of
increased risk.
Lifesavers demonstrate
stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed
swim. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for
all advanced lifesaving awards. Candidates
must be able to complete a 500m swim in
15 minutes or less.
Emergency First Aid is included in this
course and provides a general knowledge of
first aid principles and the emergency
treatment of injuries. Skills include: victim
assessment, CPR, choking, respiratory and
circulatory emergencies such as heart attack
and stroke, and how to deal with external
bleeding. Successful candidates also receive
an Emergency First Aid with CPR – B
certification.
Duration: 20 Hours of Instruction
Course: $74.50 +HST
Exam Fee: $25.00
Manual Fee: $40.00 +HST
Workbook Fee: $5.00 +HST
Total: $160.04
Dates
September 9 – October 21
Exam Date: October 28
4:00pm – 6:00pm
September 23/24/25
Exam Date: September 26
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Time(s)
Friday Nights (7 wks)
6:00pm – 9:00pm
Friday 1:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Sunday 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Bronze Cross
Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion and
Emergency First Aid
This course is designed for lifesavers who
want the challenge of more advanced
training including an introduction to safe
supervision in aquatic facilities. Bronze
Cross teaches the difference between
lifesaving and lifeguarding, the principles of
emergency procedures, teamwork, and use
of specialized equipment. Candidates must
be able to complete a 600m swim in 18
minutes or less. Bronze Cross is one of the
prerequisites for training in the National
Lifeguard (NL) program and Lifesaving
Society Instructors certifications.
Duration: 20 Hours of Instruction
Course Fee: $74.50+HST
Exam Fee: $18.50
Manual Required: Canadian Lifesaving
Manual $40.00 + HST
Total: $147.89
Dates
November 4 – December 16
Exam Date: December 19
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Time(s)
Friday Nights (7 wks)
6:00pm – 9:00pm
October 28/29/30
Exam Date: November 7
4:00pm – 6:00pm
Friday 1:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Sunday 12:00pm – 6:00pm
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
7
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Standard First Aid with CPR-C & AED
Prerequisites: None
Important SFA
Information!
Holders of Standard First Aid certificates from
other agencies may not recertify their
certificate
with
a
Lifesaving
Society
recertification course. They may recertify only
with the original certifying agency or take a full
course.
In order to comply with WSIB
regulations, Standard First Aid award holders
may do their first recertification at a
recertification course within three years of the
original course (Lifeguards two years).
Thereafter, individuals must alternate between
full courses and recertification courses in order
to renew their award.
The 16 hour Standard First Aid course provides
comprehensive training covering all aspects of
first aid and CPR. This course is for those who
want an in – depth understanding of first aid such
as; medical/legal aspects, spinal injuries, heat or
cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, abdominal
and chest injuries, burns, and medical
emergencies. Lifesaving Society Standard First
Aid is recognized by the Workplace Safety &
Insurance Board and the Ontario Health
Regulations. Standard First Aid is one of the
prerequisites to NL.
Duration: 16 Hours of Instruction
Course Fee: $74.50 +HST
Exam Fee: $18.50
Manual Fee: $13.00 +HST
Total: $115.69
Dates
November 12/13
Day(s)
Sat/Sun
Time(s)
8:30am – 4:30pm
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Standard First Aid with CPR-C & AED Recertification
Prerequisites: Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid with CPR-C (full course) done within the last three
years (Lifeguards two years).
Important SFA
Information!
Holders of Standard First Aid certificates
from other agencies may not recertify their
certificate with a Lifesaving Society
recertification course. They may recertify
only with the original certifying agency or
take a full course. In order to comply with
WSIB regulations, Standard First Aid award
holders may do their first recertification at
a recertification course within three years
of the original course (Lifeguards two
years).
Thereafter, individuals must
alternate between full courses and
recertification courses in order to renew
their award.
Dates
November 13
Day(s)
Sunday
The 8 hour Standard First Aid recertification
course provides a review of first aid and CPR
skills. Practical skills will be assessed through
scenarios and knowledge will be assessed with
a written evaluation.
Candidates should
review the course content and practice their
skills prior to the recertification course.
Duration: 8 Hours of Instruction
Course Fee: $52.00 +HST
Exam Fee: $18.50
Manual Required: First Aid Manual
$13.00+HST
Total: $90.26
Time(s)
10:00am – 4:30pm
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Lifesaving Society Assistant Swim Instructor
Prerequisites: Minimum age 14 yrs by last day of course, Bronze
Cross or NL.
Through classroom learning and in water practice, the
Lifesaving Society Assistant Instructor course prepares
candidates to help certified instructors with swimming and
lifesaving classes. Candidates are introduced to key principles
of learning and teaching, as they master basic progressions of
teaching. The roles and responsibilities of instructors and
their assistants are emphasized.
Duration: 15 Hours of Instruction
Course Fee: $63.50 +HST
Manual fee: $5.00 +HST
Exam Fee: $27.00
Total: $99.66
Dates
Days
November
26/27
Sat/Sun
Time(s)
8:30am – 4:30pm
“Teaching swimming
changed my life – I love
my job!”
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
Lifesaving Society
Swim Instructor & Lifesaving Instructor
Prerequisites: Minimum age 16 yrs by last day of course, Bronze
Cross
Upon successful completion of this dual award, candidates will
be able to instruct the new Lifesaving Society’s Learn to Swim
program consisting of Parent & Tot, Preschool and Swimmer
age groups and Advanced lifesaving awards such as Swim
Patrol, and the Bronze Awards. In this course time is devoted
in both classroom and water sessions to developing skills in the
areas of class management, teaching, evaluation, leadership,
communication and administration. These awards remain
current for two years from the date of certification.
Candidates must bring proof of prerequisite awards to the first
class.
Duration: 40 Hours of Instruction
Course Fee: $206.00 +HST
Exam Fee: $54.00
Manual fee: $75.50 +HST
Total: $362.28
Dates
Time(s)
February 17, 18, 19, 24, 25, 26
Friday 6:00pm – 9:00pm
Saturday 12:00 – 8:30pm
Sunday 12:00 – 8:30pm
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
National Lifeguard
Prerequisites: Minimum age 16 yrs by last day of course, Bronze Cross certification and a Standard First
Aid CPR-C Certification from one of the agencies listed below.
The Lifesaving Society only accepts Standard First Aid certificates that are recognized by the Ontario
Public Pools Regulation (565/90). The accepted agencies are the Lifesaving Society, Canadian Red
Cross, St. John’s Ambulance and Canadian Ski Patrol.
The National Lifeguard certification is the
standard
measurement
of
lifeguard
performance in Canada.
This course is
designed to develop sound understanding of
lifeguarding principles, good judgement and a
mature, responsible attitude toward the role
of the lifeguard. The program emphasizes
teamwork, leadership, communications, and
the prevention of accidents and the treatment
of medical emergencies. Participants are
taught advanced lifeguarding skills in a lecture
format and are required to demonstrate
competency in managing a variety of
emergency situations within an aquatic
environment. Successful completion of this
course will certify the candidate in the only
nationally recognized lifeguarding award. This
award remains current for two years from the
date of certification.
Requirements: Proof of prerequisite award,
Duration: 40 Hours of Instruction
Course Fee: $206.00 + HST
Exam Fee: $30.50
Manual fee: $40.00 +HST Mandatory
Lifesaving Essentials Kit: $30.00 +HST includes
fanny pack, pocket mask and a fox 40 whistle.
Candidates will use all items for training.
Total: $342.38
Dates
January 2 – 6
Exam Date: January 7
10:00am – 2:00pm
Time(s)
8:30am – 4:30pm
“I was confident during
my first rescue!”
Aquatic Leadership 2016
* Leadership Courses
Original copies of prerequisite certification must be presented at the start of each course.
National Lifeguard –Recertification
Prerequisites: NL Certification and 16 yrs of age
This program is designed to test the candidate’s
lifeguarding skills in order to maintain current certification
at the National Lifeguard level. Candidates are required to
bring their own whistle and proof of original certification.
Duration: 8 Hours
Course Fee: $49.00 +HST
Exam Fee: $30.50
Manual Required: Alert Manual $40.00 +HST
Optional: Lifesaving Essentials Kit $30.00 +HST – Candidate
must provide the following items OR purchase the kit –
Pocket Mask and Whistle
Total: $164.97
Dates
Time(s)
January 7
10:00am – 2:00pm
About The Lifesaving Society As Canada’s Lifeguarding
experts, we set the standards for water safety in Canada. We
work to prevent drowning and water-related injury through
our training programs, Water Smart public education, water
incident rescuer, aquatic safety management, and lifesaving
sport. We are a national, volunteer organization and
registered charity composed of tens of thousands of
individual members and over 2000 affiliated swimming pools,
waterfront and schools. Globally we teach swimming and
water safety in over 60 countries. We are a leader and
partner in the delivery of water safety education throughout
Canada and around the world. We’ve been teaching
Canadians how to be safe around the water since 1896.
Lifesaving Sport
Lifesaving sport is the only sport whose skills are first learned for humanitarian purposes. Qualified
instructors will instruct the Lifesaving Society’s Sports Fundamentals program. This program is targeted
for children 7 – 15 year olds who have completed Swimmer 3 or higher. Swimmers will also earn
program awards.
Mondays 6:30pm – 7:30pm
September 12 – October 31 *No class October 10 (7 wk session)
November 7 – December 19 (7 wk session)
Little Mermaids
This beginner Synchro program is designed for the advanced younger swimmer who ls
looking to give Synchro a try. Participants will work on Swim Synchro Levels and be
awarded with a badge when levels are completed. Fun routines and great music are
also part of this program. Swimmers must have completed Swimmer 2 or PreSchool 5
Mondays 5:30-6:00pm
September 12 – October 31
* No Class October 10
November 7 – December 19
Saturdays 12:30 – 1:00pm
September 10 – October 29
November 5 – December 17
7 Week Session
$47.25
7 Week Session
$47.25
8 Week Session
7 Week Session
$54.00
$47.25