The Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor course is a comprehensive program designed to prepare candidates to teach and evaluate the Canadian Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses. This course focuses on effective teaching methods, learner-centered instruction, and class management. Through a combination of online learning and in-class instruction, participants develop the necessary skills to deliver engaging and safe first aid instruction. To be eligible, candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold a current Standard First Aid certification, and successfully complete a skills evaluation. Upon successful completion, participants receive First Aid Instructor certification, valid for three years. Certified instructors are then qualified to teach all levels of the Red Cross First Aid and CPR programs.

Key Content:
• Foundations of being an instructor
• Learner-centered instruction
• Instructional tasks
• Lesson planning and delivery
• Professionalism and communication skills
• Student assessment and feedback
• Safety supervision and risk management
• Standards vs. practice

Instructional Hours:
• Self Directed Learning – 10 hours
• In Class - 33 hours
• Teaching Experience – Varies

The Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor Recertification Course is designed for current First Aid Instructors seeking to renew their certification. This one-day, evaluation-based course focuses on professional development and ensures that instructors maintain the necessary teaching skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality First Aid training. Participants will engage in a review of instructional techniques, course content updates, and effective teaching strategies. The course also includes assessments to evaluate participants' ability to demonstrate key skills, manage diverse learning environments, and deliver content in an engaging and effective manner. To be eligible for recertification, participants must have a current certification.  Upon successful completion, participants will receive a renewed certification valid for three years.

The Canadian Red Cross First Aid Instructor Transfer course is designed for experienced First Aid and CPR instructors certified through recognized organizations (such as St. John Ambulance, Lifesaving Society, or other equivalent bodies) who wish to transfer their certification to teach and evaluate the Canadian Red Cross First Aid and CPR courses. This course focuses on effective teaching methods, learner-centered instruction, and class management specific to Red Cross programs. Through a combination of online learning and in-class instruction, participants refine their skills to deliver engaging and safe first aid education. To be eligible, candidates must be at least 18 years old, hold a current First Aid instructor certification from a recognized organization, and successfully complete a skills evaluation. Upon successful completion, participants will receive Red Cross First Aid Instructor certification, valid for three years. Certified instructors will then be qualified to teach all levels of Red Cross First Aid and CPR programs.

Recognized First Aid Instructor Certifications for Transfer include: Canadian Red Cross, Lifesaving Society, Canadian Heart & Stroke Foundation, St. John Ambulance, Canadian Ski Patrol

Recognized Alternative Certifications for Transfer include: Lifesaving Society Lifesaving Instructor, HIGH FIVE Trainer, Elementary or Secondary School Educator

Key Content:
• Foundations of being an instructor
• Learner-centered instruction
• Instructional tasks
• Lesson planning and delivery
• Professionalism and communication skills
• Student assessment and feedback
• Safety supervision and risk management
• Standards vs. practice

Instructional Hours:
• Self Directed Learning – 10 hours
• In Class – 18.5 hours
• Teaching Experience – Varies

The Lifesaving Society’s Swim Instructor course is designed to prepare candidates to teach and evaluate swimming skills in the Society’s Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. This course emphasizes effective teaching techniques, stroke development, lesson planning, and class management. Through a combination of classroom learning and in-water practice, participants develop the necessary skills to deliver engaging and safe swim instruction. To be eligible, candidates must be at least 15 years old by the end of the course and hold a current Bronze Cross certification. The program includes a minimum of 40 hours of instruction, which features 8 hours of practical co-teaching experience. Successful completion of the course, which requires 100% attendance and participation, leads to Swim Instructor certification, valid for two years. Certified instructors are then qualified to teach all levels of the Swim for Life program.

This course requires 100% attendance. Missing any portion of the course will require the student to take the course again as per LSS.

The Lifesaving Society’s Lifesaving Instructor course is designed to prepare candidates to teach and evaluate the Society’s Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, and Bronze Cross awards. This course focuses on effective teaching methods, stroke development, lesson planning, and class management. Through a combination of classroom learning and in-water practice, participants gain the skills needed to deliver engaging and safe swim instruction. Candidates must be at least 15 years old by the end of the course and hold a current Bronze Cross certification. The program includes a minimum of 36 hours of instruction, which requires 100% attendance and participation. Successful candidates receive Lifesaving Instructor certification, valid for two years, and are eligible to teach all levels of the Lifesaving Society’s programs. Required reference materials which will be provided on the first day of the course include the Lifesaving Instructor Pack, which contains the Instructor Manual, Swim Patrol Award Guide, Bronze Medals Award Guide, First Aid Award Guide, and Leadership Binder. For more information, please visit the Lifesaving Society’s official website.

**Successful completion of this course is worth ONE (1) Additional Grade 11 Credit (Bronze Cross provides TWO (2) Credits)**

This course requires 100% attendance. Missing any portion of the course will require the student to take the course again as per LSS.

The Lifesaving Society’s Lifesaving Instructor Upgrade course is designed for experienced Lifesaving Society Swim Instructors who wish to expand their qualifications to include teaching and evaluating the Society’s Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, and Bronze Cross awards. This course focuses on advanced teaching methods, lesson planning, and evaluating techniques specific to lifesaving programs. Through a combination of classroom learning and in-water practice, participants refine their skills to deliver effective and engaging lifesaving instruction. The program includes a minimum of 16 hours of instruction, which requires 100% attendance and participation. Successful candidates receive Lifesaving Instructor certification, valid for two years, and are qualified to teach all levels of the Lifesaving Society’s lifesaving programs.

**Successful completion of this course is worth ONE (1) Additional Grade 11 Credit (Bronze Cross provides TWO (2) Credits)**

This course requires 100% attendance. Missing any portion of the course will require the student to take the course again as per LSS.

The YMCA Swim Instructor course is designed to prepare candidates to teach and evaluate swimming strokes and related water skills for children aged 3 to 12. This course combines self-directed online learning with in-person practical and classroom sessions, providing a comprehensive foundation in swimming instruction. Participants will learn effective teaching techniques, class management, utilize effective communication and foster a healthy child development.  Candidates must be at least 15 years old, hold a current Bronze Cross certification and current Standard First Aid, with CPR (within 1 year) to enroll in this course. The program includes a minimum of 26 hours of instruction, which features 8 hours of practical teaching experience, which requires 100% attendance and participation. Successful completion of the course leads to YMCA Swim Instructor certification, valid for two years, and qualifies individuals to teach swimming lessons at YMCA facilities.

The Lifesaving Society’s Swim Instructor Transfer course is designed for experienced swim instructors who are certified through another organization and wish to transfer their certification to teach and evaluate swimming skills in the Lifesaving Society’s Swim for Life and Canadian Swim Patrol programs. This course focuses on effective teaching techniques, stroke development, lesson planning, and class management, tailored to the Lifesaving Society’s programs. Through a combination of classroom learning and in-water practice, participants refine the necessary skills to deliver engaging and safe swim instruction. To be eligible, candidates must be at least 15 years old by the end of the course and hold a current swim instructor certification from another recognized certification. The program includes a minimum of 8 hours of instruction, which features 2 hours of practical teaching experience. Successful completion of the course, which requires 100% attendance and participation, leads to Swim Instructor certification, valid for two years. Certified instructors are then qualified to teach all levels of the Swim for Life program.

Recognized Certifications for Transfer include: Canadian Red Cross Water Safety Instructor, YMCA Swim Instructor, NCCP Swimming Teaching, I Can Swim Teacher