Overview
Lifesaving Instructor/Examiners are trained using a competency-based model that walks them through teaching and evaluation philosophy and the techniques/approaches required to teach water rescue, first aid and related aquatic skills. Instructors also learn about long-term and short-term planning, class management, safety supervision, and evaluation principles.
Lifesaving Instructor/Examiners are trained to teach Junior Lifeguard Club, Swim to Survive, Lifesaving for Lay Rescuers, Lifesaving for Backyard Pool Owners, Safeguard, Canadian Swim Patrol (Rookie, Ranger, Star), Bronze Star, Medallion, and Cross. Candidates are trained in and must demonstrate skills, knowledge, and attitudes at Competency Level 2 to include all aspects of learning as well as various approaches required to teach water rescue.
Lifesaving Instructor/Examiners evaluate and certify candidates in all items in Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross. Lifesaving Instructor/Examiner is also the pre-requisite for Sport Coach Level 1. The LSI course in the BC & Yukon Branch includes the Examiner Clinic.
Prerequisites
- 15 years old (by the last day of the course)
- Bronze Cross (need not be current)
Recognition
Lifesaving Instructor electronic certification and crest
Currency
2 years from date of certification
Recertification
Lifesaving Instructors play an essential role in providing high-quality training in their community. The Lifesaving Instructor Recert (LSIR) provides updated information to Lifesaving Society BC & YK Branch, to ensure quality Lifesaving programs are available and to promote drowning prevention.
Prerequisites
- Lifesaving Instructor/Examiner (Current within 5 years)
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Candidates are responsible for having the correct prerequisites. If you have any questions in regards to this please reach out to us.
Recognition
Lifesaving Instructor electronic certification
Currency
2 years from date of certification