Aquatic & Safety Certifications

The Lifesaving Society Aquatic Supervisor Training course is designed for deck-level supervisory staff. This 10 hour course provides the knowledge and skills, beyond the National Lifeguard certification, to manage a safe aquatic environment. Prerequisite: Current NLS or current Lifesaving Society Instructor (Swim or Lifesaving); and 100 hours experience as a lifeguard/instructor.

Participants will learn how to respond to complex water rescue situations by using physical fitness, decision making and judgment skills. Rescuers learn tows, carries, and release techniques in preparation for challenging rescues of increased risk. Students develop stroke efficiency and endurance. Recent program revisions will result in candidates receiving an Emergency First Aid and CPR B Certification. 100% attendance is mandatory.

This 40-hour course fulfills a need for an advanced and recognized training standard for those charged with the safety of all persons in the swimming pool. Candidates will learn how to supervise swimmers, maintain a facility, control patrons, establish and enforce appropriate rules, educate patrons in the appropriate use of the facility, be skilled in the use of specialized rescue equipment, and to evaluate the facility operation making changes and improvements where necessary.

This course prepares LSS instructors to teach first aid courses up to and including Standard First Aid and CPR -A, -B, and C. Candidates must hold current LSS Standard First Aid, current Lifesaving Instructor and Advanced Instructor.

Learn how to survive in the wilderness with this course designed for environmental and resource professionals, hikers, skiers, canoeists & outdoor leaders. Topics include trip planning, map & compass, G.P.S., survival & safety kits, outdoor clothing/footwear, gear & what to do skills (survival game plan) if you become lost: shelters, fire building, signaling, safe use of water, food procurement & basics of search & rescue. The program culminates with a survival simulation weekend outing to a crown land preserve.

Basic first aid and caregiving skills for youth. Participants learn how to provide care to younger children in a variety of age groups, and how to prevent and respond to emergencies. Course also offers youth the training to promote themselves as a babysitter to prospective parents. Course fee includes: Red Cross Babysitter's Manual & Certificate.