Bronze Cross
Begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for all advanced training programs, including National Lifeguard Service and Instructor certification. Includes a timed 400 m swim in 11 minutes. The final exam is evaluated by a Lifesaving Society examiner.
Course Length: 23 hours, including exam
Prerequisite: Bronze Medallion as well as Emergency First Aid or Standard First Aid Certification (need not be current)
Course Manuals: Canadian Lifesaving Manual & Bronze Cross Workbook (available for purchase upon registration and provided on first day)
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