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National Lifeguard Instructor Recertification
Description
National Lifeguard Instructors (NLI) play an important role in providing high quality lifeguard training to the community. The NL Instructor Recert includes a mandatory skill review, program updates and professional development sessions based on current information and aquatic research.
Prerequisites
- National Lifeguard Instructor (within 5 years of certification date)
- 2021 Online NL Instructor Update completed
Recognition
- National Lifeguard Instructor certification card.
Currency
- 2 years from date of certification
National Lifeguard Instructor Recertification Courses Available
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National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner
Description
The National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner certification trains candidates to teach and evaluate the National Lifeguard Program. In addition to providing National Lifeguard programming for the public, National Lifeguard Instructors also act as mentors to new lifeguard staff and provide leadership in staff in-service training.
Candidates are trained in and must demonstrate skills, knowledge and attitudes at Competency Level 3. National Lifeguard Instructors/Examiners can teach the National Lifeguard option(s) they hold.
Prerequisites
- National Lifeguard (any option; need not be current)
- Lifesaving Instructor & Examiner (need not be current)
Upon passing the NL Instructor course, candidates must:
- First complete the required teaching experience as a Lifesaving Instructor/Examiner (taught and evaluated at least two (2) Bronze Medallion or Bronze Cross courses and exams). It is recommended that candidates complete this teaching experience prior to the NL Instructor course.
- Then complete an apprenticeship on a 44-hour NL Pool or NL Waterfront course, plus an 8-hour Precert/Recert for an NL Pool or NL Waterfront with an approved NL Apprenticeship Supervisor.
Recognition
- National Lifeguard Instructor certification card. Includes Examiner appointment.
Currency
- 2 years from date of certification
National Lifeguard Instructor/Examiner Courses Available
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112-3989 Henning Drive
Burnaby, BC
V5C 6N5
T: 604.299.5450
General inquiries: info@lifesaving.bc.ca
Awards inquiries: awards@lifesaving.bc.ca
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112-3989 Henning Drive
Burnaby, British Columbia V5C 6N5
Branch Hours: Mon-Fri 8:30-4:30
T: 604.299.5450
General inquiries: info@lifesaving.bc.ca
Awards inquiries: awards@lifesaving.bc.ca
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