A couple of things to put your mind at ease as you start to come back into the classroom setting:
LIFEGUARD COURSES:
Cleaning protocols have been increased
Equipment will be individualized as much as possible (mannequins, AED trainers, etc.)
Due to the nature of the Lifeguarding courses, there will be minimal contact required with other participants.
For Lifeguard/Lifesaving procedures (Spinals, Unresponsive, etc) we will be using submersible mannequins where possible
For physical standards required to be done on another person we will be teaching protocols to minimize risk - We will be switching to mannequins as soon as we are on the pool deck
All instructors are trained in updated COVID protocols
FIRST AID COURSES:
You will be set up with your own personal learning station (2m distance from the other stations)
Cleaning protocols have been increased
Equipment will not be shared amongst participants
Any skills involving partner work will be minimized, but when that is not possible, masks and gloves will be required to be worn.
Recertification
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Recertification
FIRST AID AND LIFEGUARD RECERTIFICATION
Lifeguard and Instructor Recertification
Working lifeguards and swim instructors are required to keep their awards current.
Lapsed awards could result in lost working hours, so make sure you recertify before
the expiry date. The NL Pool and Waterpark Options, WSI and LSI must be renewed
every two years.
First Aid Recertification
All of LIT’s first aid courses expire three years after the completion date. Some
professionals, such as lifeguards, must re-certify sooner. Please check with your
organization to confirm certificate recertification requirements.
Candidates who complete the National Lifeguard recertification course successfully will be re-certified in their NL Pool Option certification for an additional 2 years. Candidates will be provided with updated information from the Lifesaving Society and will have an opportunity practice their skills prior to being tested on both physical standards and situations.
Participants will need to have their own whistle and pocket mask which can be purchased online at https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
Must show proof of previous certification to instructor.
NL Waterpark Option Recert
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Candidates who complete the NL recert course successfully will be recertified in their NL Waterpark Option certification for an additional 2 years. Candidates will be provided with updated information from the Lifesaving Society and will have an opportunity practice their skills prior to being tested on both physical standards and situations.
Participants will need to have their own whistle and pocket mask which can be purchased online at https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
Must show proof of previous certification to instructor.
Swim Instructors Recert
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The Swim for Life Instructor Recert renews a candidate’s Swim for Life Instructor award for 24 months. Candidates must successfully pass the course and complete a Swim for Life® skills assessment.
Lifesaving Instructor Recert
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If you completed your LSI prior to 2021, the Bronze Medals Update 2021 Online course must be completed prior to coming to the recertification (supplies from LSS must also be received and used to complete the online - sent by LSS upon registration in the online course): https://lifesavingsocietybcyk.thinkific.com/courses/2021-bronze-medals-update Completion of this course will be indicated on your Find-A-Member.
Prerequisites: LSI Award (current within five years of certification date), Completion of Bronze Medals Update 2021
Course Fee includes the $42 Candidate Fee.
CPR Level C/AED Recert
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Candidates who complete the recert course will be successfully recertified in their Canadian Red Cross CPR level C certification for an additional 3 years. The course will include updates to the CPR program and require candidates to display their hands-on skills through practice sessions. Some industries require candidates to recertify every 1 or 2 years, so please confirm with your employer and recertify early if needed.
Participants will need to have their pocket mask which can be purchased online at https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
Current First Aid certifications are only accepted from the following agencies: Canadian Red Cross (all LIT Courses are Red Cross), St. John's Ambulance, Lifesaving Society, Heart and Stroke of Canada, Canadian Ski Patrol
Must show proof of previous certification to instructor.
Emergency First Aid CPR C/AED Recert (Blended)
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The Emergency First Aid Blended course is available for those candidates who have previously been certified in Canadian Red Cross EFA certification. This blended course will certify participants in EFA for the next three years and meets WorkSafe BC requirements for Occupational First Aid Basic Level equivalency. The course will include all knowledge and skills required for the EFA program and require candidates to display their hands-on skills through practice sessions. Some industries require candidates to renew every 1 or 2 years, so please confirm with your employer and renew early if needed.
A pre-course online component must be completed prior to the course start date. You will obtain access to the online course within 24 business hours of your registration. Registration for theses courses will be closed 5 days prior to the course start date.
Participants will need to have their pocket mask which can be purchased online at https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
Standard First Aid CPR C/AED Recert (Blended)
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The Standard First Aid Blended course is available for those candidates who have previously been certified in Canadian Red Cross SFA certification. This blended course will certify participants in SFA for the next three years and meets WorkSafe BC requirements for Occupational First Aid Intermediate Level equivalency. The course will include all knowledge and skills required for the SFA program and require candidates to display their hands-on skills through practice sessions. Some industries require candidates to renew every 1 or 2 years, so please confirm with your employer and renew early if needed.
A pre-course online component must be completed prior to the course start date. You will obtain access to the online course within 24 business hours of your registration. Registration for theses courses will be closed 5 days prior to the course start date.
Participants will need to have their pocket mask which can be purchased online at https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
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