Explore Training Opportunities
We offer training programs and courses from time to time, including Bronze Cross/Bronze Medallion, Babysitting/Stay Safe courses, First Aid courses, and much more.
Browse the current opportunities below to learn more about what's available. Or call us at 250-615-3030if you are interested in a particular training program that isn't being offered.
Current Opportunities
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
This certification course is designed to develop the fundamental values, judgment, knowledge, skills and fitness required by lifeguards. The National Lifeguard course emphasizes the lifeguarding skills, principles and practices, and the decision-making processes which will assist the lifeguard to provide effective safety supervision in swimming pool environments.
Airway Management Oxygen Administration (AMOA) is included in this course.
National Lifeguard FULL COURSE Details
Pre-requisites: Standard First Aid CPR-C (or equivalent); Bronze Cross; 15 years of age
- February 14 to 17 & February 28 to March 2, 2025 (8 days total)
- Fridays: 4 - 8:15pm; Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays: 9am - 5:30pm
- Cost: $450
National Lifeguard RECERTIFCATION Details
Pre-requisites: Proof of National Lifeguard Certification (doesn’t have to be current)
- Monday, March 17, 2025
- 9am to 6:30pm
- Cost: $125
REGISTRATION
Online registration is not available. To register, please call the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Bronze Medallion teaches judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue. 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.
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 advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.
Bronze Medallion/Bronze Cross Combo Course In this combo course, candidates will learn the skills of both the Bronze Medallion and Bronze Cross. This course is designed for candidates who are 13 years and older with the ability to swim. Candidates will develop proficiency in First Aid, Water Rescue, Fitness, and decision-making skills with a focus on performing low-risk rescues. This course will include a 600m timed swim and fitness training skills.
Bronze Medallion Course Details
- Mondays/Wednesdays
- February 10 to March 10, 2025
- 4pm to 7pm
- Prerequisites: 13+ years of age (by last day of course); prescreening swim test of 400 metres
Bronze Cross Course Details
- March 12 & 13: 4pm to 8pm
- March 15, 19 & 20: 12 noon to 4:30pm
- Prerequisites: Bronze Medallion; prescreening swim test of 400 metres
REGISTRATION
Cost: $120 per course - or $60 each if you are 15 + years old, live in the Terrace area and plan to work at the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre!
These courses are best suited for strong swimmers. If you're not sure that your swimming level is up to the level required to take these courses, you can come to the facility for an assessment.
Online registration is not available. To register, please call the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor course prepares the instructor to teach and evaluate the swimming strokes and related skills found in the Society's Swim for Life program.
Course Details
- March 24 to 28, 2025
- 9am to 6pm, Monday to Friday
REGISTRATION
Cost: $350
Prerequisites: 15 + years of age, Bronze Cross CertificationOnline registration is not available. To register, please call the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
Past Opportunities
These training courses and programs are no longer available, but may be again in the future. Please contact us for further details.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is designed to provide knowledge and practice to maintain an airway and administer supplemental oxygen. Contents include: safe handling of oxygen, knowledge and assembly of oxygen equipment, selection and application of oropharyngeal airways and oxygen delivery devices, pulse oximeter use, and appropriate use of suction and bag valve masks.
LEARN MORE
Read the course description: https://www.lifesaving.bc.ca/courses/first-aid/airway-management-oxygen-administration
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a basic one-day course offering lifesaving first-aid cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for the workplace or home.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The First Aid Instructor (FAI), recognized as Occupational (OFA) Level 1 Instructor, trains instructors to apply teaching and evaluation philosophy to techniques and approaches required to teach first aid skills. Candidates also learn about long-range/short-term planning, class management, safety supervision, and the principles of evaluation.
Lifesaving First Aid Instructors are able to teach the entire Lifesaving First Aid Continuum upon certification to include the following programs:
- CPR A with AED
- CPR C with AED
- Basic Life Support Responder (BLS) (formerly HCP)
- Airway Management & Oxygen Administration (AMOA)
- Emergency First Aid (EFA)
- Emergency First Aid Child & Residential Care (EFA-CRC)
- Standard First Aid (SFA)
Pre-requisites:
- Standard First Aid (must be current)
- Occupational Level 1 course or equivalent (need not be current)
Please note that pre-requisites to this course are offered regularly through St. John Ambulance.
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The Lifesaving Society is a national charitable organization that works to prevent drowning and water-related injury through its training programs, Water Smart public education, aquatic safety management services, drowning research, and livesaving sport. As Canada's lifeguarding experts, they set the standard for lifeguard training and certify all of Canada's National Lifeguards.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Junior Lifeguard Club is designed for those looking to begin or continue their development towards becoming a certified Lifeguard or Swim Instructor. Swimmers will develop skills based on personal bests in swimming, lifesaving, fitness, knowledge, leadership, and teamwork.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Lifesaving Instructor course prepares Lifesaving Society instructors to teach and evaluate the Society's lifesaving programs.
Course Details:
Wednesday, July 17, and Thursday, July 18
9:00 am-6:00 pm each dayCost: $300
Prerequisites:
- 15 years old (by the last day of the course)
- Be an experienced Swim for Life Instructor (current)
MORE INFORMATION & REGISTRATION DETAILS
Online registration is not available. To register, please call the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course is for those with Swim for Life Certification that need to be recertified.
Course Details: half day, 5 hours.
Cost: $125
Prerequisites: 15+ years of age and Swim for Life Certification (current within 5 years)
MORE INFORMATION & REGISTRATION DETAILS
Online registration is not available. To register, please call the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Want to be certified through BC’s most recognized pool operator training? We’re offering BC Recreation and Parks Association’s Pool Operator Level 1 and 2 at the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre in the New Year. Featuring classroom and practical hands-on learning, it includes updated content that reflects the new BC Pool Regulations and Guidelines. Once you’ve completed this training, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge of how to operate and maintain a pool, valuable skills for job opportunities in lifeguarding, pool maintenance, pool management, and more.
Pool Operator Level 1:
This course assumes little to no knowledge of pool operations, making it a perfect introductory course for beginners.Pool Operator Level 2:
This course goes into more depth on the topics discussed in Level 1.
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Details on the BCRPA’s courses: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/courses/pool-operator/outline/
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The City is no longer able to offer the Red Cross 'Babysitting Basics' course.
St. John Ambulance, however, offers an equivalent of this course. Please direct all questions to the Terrace branch of St. John Ambulance.
- Email: Terrace@sja.ca
- Phone: 604-321-7493
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The City of Terrace no longer offers this course. St. John's Ambulance offers a somewhat equivalent course called 'Lifesaver'.
Please direct all questions to the Terrace branch of St. John Ambulance.
- Email: Terrace@sja.ca
- Phone: 604-321-7493
LIfesaver
The Lifesaver course is a customized, non-certified course that introduces participants to First Aid principles.
Price: $39
Register
Register online for St. John Ambulance summer 2024 offering: Lifesaver — August 18, from 8:30am to 2pm
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COURSE DESCRIPTION
Comprehensive two day course offering first aid and cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) for those who need training for work requirements or who want to gain knowledge to be able to respond to emergencies at home.
Course Details:
- Cost: $275
Prerequisites:
- No prerequisites
REGISTRATION
Online registration is not available. To register, please call the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.