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.
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ADVANCED LEADERSHIP
ADVANCED LEADERSHIP
Go above and beyond the First Aid Leadership program by registering for our Advanced Leader-ship courses. Keep things exciting and get certified as an Aquafit Instructor! No prior experience is necessary: Our dry-land BCRPA Fitness Theory course covers the mechanics behind move-ment and exercise for a complete understanding of how to guide to your clients through your class safely. You must pass the BCRPA Fitness Theory Exam in order to participate in the Aqua-fit Module.
The Aquafit Module is a fun, energetic course that will teach you how to weave your fitness theory knowledge into a high-energy, multi-levelled Aquafit class suitable for all ages.
Get paid to break a sweat, and advance your aquatic career with our Advanced Leadership courses! Register online today.
Keep expanding your skill set and learn to teach the next generation of lifeguards with National Lifeguard Instructor certification through LIT. Once certified, NL Instructors can teach any NL option they hold, and may also be invited to provide
specialty training at in-service training ses-sions and act as mentors to new lifeguards.
BCRPA Fitness Training Course - Become A Certified Personal Trainer
Combine your BCRPA Fitness Theory achievement with our Personal Training module to inspire others to reach their fitness goals. This course covers advanced weight training techniques, fitness assessment, advanced program design, nutrition, health
screening, professional ethics and business practices, and legal liabilities.
Bronze Medallion - YMCA Camp Elphinstone
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Bronze Medallion (BM) teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness. BM challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for Assistant Lifeguard training in Bronze Cross. This course has a timed swim of 400 meters in 12 minutes.
Course Manual (CLSM) and pocket mask will be required to purchase at the course. https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
Bronze Cross - YMCA Camp Elphinstone
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Bronze Cross (BC) is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training, including an introduction to safety supervision.
The Lifesaving Society’s BC begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. BC emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. BC is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs. This course has a timed swim of 400 meters in 11 minutes.
The Bronze Medallion/Cross Combo is designed for candidates that want to complete the first 2 courses of their Lifeguarding certifications. This course will start with Bronze Medallion in the first half and then move to a Bronze Cross course in the second half. This course is designed for candidates that are 13 years and older with the ability to swim. Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill and fitness – Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. This course will include a 400 m time swim.
The Bronze Cross portion of this course is worth TWO (2) Grade 11 High School Credits and is the required pre-requisite for the National Lifeguard program.
Course Manual (CLSM), pocket mask & whistle are required and can be purchased online at https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
SFA - Blended - YMCA Camp Elphinstone
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The Standard First Aid course (including CPR C) is a Canadian Red Cross certification that includes a 3-year certification before recertification is required.
Candidates will learn how to deal with the following emergencies: - Care of a conscious or unconscious patient - CPR for adults, children and infants - Use of an Automated External Defibrillator (AED) - Choking for adults, children and infants - Circulatory emergencies (including chest pain, stroke and deadly bleeding) - Breathing emergencies - Basic wound care - Head and spinal injuries - Bone and joint injuries - Sudden medical emergencies (including fainting, diabetes and seizures) - Heat and cold emergencies - Poisoning
Participants will be required to have a pocket mask which can be purchased online at https://shop.firstaidtrainingcourses.ca/
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