Explore Training Opportunities Offered Through the City of Terrace
From time to time, the City of Terrace offers training programs to the public. Browse the current opportunities below to learn more about what's available.
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Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
Bronze Medallion
Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education: judgment, knowledge, skills, and fitness.
Rescuers learn advanced lifesaving techniques for challenging rescues of increased risk, involving conscious and unconscious victims in varying water depths. Participants develop stroke efficiency and endurance in timed swims (500 metres).
Bronze Cross
Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced lifesaving training and an introduction to safety supervision. Candidates develop proficiency at performing assessments, managing aquatic spinal injuries, and preventing the loss of life in a variety of aquatic emergencies, while developing stroke endurance (includes a 600 m timed swim) and fitness training skills.
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Swimming Levels
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. Swimmers should be at a Swim Kids 10 level.
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HOW TO REGISTER
Register now!
Contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Terrace & District Aquatic Centre is hosting a First Aid Instructor Course through the Lifesaving Society BC & Yukon branch.
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.
If you have questions, please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030. See link below to register.
HOW TO REGISTER
To register, please use the Eventbrite page here:
REGISTER NOW
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Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture, 250-615-3030
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.
Prerequisites: Standard First Aid and Bronze Cross certificationLEARN MORE
►Find this course on ActiveNet
If you have questions, please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
HOW TO REGISTER
Please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030 or visit us in person.
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Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture, 250-615-3030
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a comprehensive two-day course offering first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for those who need training due to work requirements or those who want more knowledge to respond to emergencies at home. This course meets legislation requirements for provincial/territorial worker safety and insurance boards and includes the latest first aid and CPR guidelines.LEARN MORE
► Find this course on ActiveNet
If you have questions, please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
HOW TO REGISTER
Online registration is not available. To register, please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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Department: Parks, Recreation & Culture, 250-615-3030
Register by: July 30, 2022COURSE DESCRIPTION
Want to teach the Lifesaving Society's Instructor courses? Become a Trainer!
The Trainer course prepares candidates to assume leadership roles as Lifesaving Society Trainers. Candidates develop Level 4 Competencies throughout the course and post-course apprenticeships.
The Trainer course is 24 hours long and prepares candidates to assume the role of teaching either the Swim Instructor course or the Lifesaving Instructor course (or both).
Prerequisites:- In good standing with the Branch
- Successful Application to kylek@lifesaving.bc.ca
- Recommended experience as an Instructor, examples include:
- Current Swim Instructor with 2 years of teaching experience
- Current LSI & taught 4-6 Bronze Medallion or Bronze Cross courses.
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This course is presented by the Lifesaving Society BC and Yukon.
If you have questions, please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
HOW TO REGISTER
To register, please use the Eventbrite page here:
REGISTER NOW
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3000
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Red Cross Babysitting-The Red Cross Babysitting course, refreshed and revised, now has a greater emphasis on First Aid skills. The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviors to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. This updated curriculum, complete with new science, also provides improved learning when it comes to giving the appropriate care in the event of an emergency.
Red Cross Stay Safe!- Real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Stay Safe program teaches applicable and age-appropriate skills, while increasing and reinforcing awareness. Whether in their community or on their own, this group will be given better tools to Stay Safe in a variety of different situations.
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Learn more from the Red Cross' website: https://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/course-descriptions/first-aid-at-home-courses/babysitting
Learn more from the Red Cross' website: https://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/course-descriptions/first-aid-at-home-courses/stay-safe
HOW TO REGISTER
Contact the Terrace Sportsplex at 250-615-3000
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3000
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3030
Deadline: November 27, 2020COURSE 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.
Date: Friday, November 27
Time: 5:00–9:00 pm
Location: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre
Ages: 16+
Cost: $95
Pre-requisites: CPR A or higher (need not be current)**COVID-19 protocols are in place. Please do not attend the class if you are feeling unwell. Masks are required to enter the Aquatic Centre and will be mandatory during all portions of the class. Please follow the direction of staff, signage, and floor markings.**
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Read the course description: https://www.lifesaving.bc.ca/courses/first-aid/airway-management-oxygen-administration
HOW TO REGISTER
Register online
Or contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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See above for current offering
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3030
Deadline: August 6, 2021 (6 am)COURSE DESCRIPTION
This is a basic one-day course offering lifesaving first-aid cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) skills for the workplace or home.
Dates: August 13
Time: 8:00 am–5:30 pm
Location: Terrace Sportsplex, Banquet Room (3320 Kalum St)
Ages: Any age
Cost: $170
18 spaces availableLEARN MORE
► Find this course on ActiveNet
If you have questions, please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
HOW TO REGISTER
Please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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See Current Opportunities above for current offering
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3030COURSE 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.
Dates:
Sundays
April 10–May 8
Time: 2:00–4:00 pm
Location: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre
Ages: 10–14
Cost: $15 per participant per weekPre-Requisites:
- Swim Kids Level 4 or equivalent ability
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HOW TO REGISTER
Contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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See Current Opportunities above for current offering
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3030
Deadline: January 15, 2020COURSE 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.Cost: $250.00 + GST (cost of the manual is included)
Thursday, January 16 – 1:00–9:00 pm
Friday, January 17 – 9:00 am–5:00 pmPool Operator Level 2:
This course goes into more depth on the topics discussed in Level 1.Cost: $250.00 + GST (cost of the manual is included)
Pre-requisite: Pool Operator Level 1
Sunday, January 19 – 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Monday, January 20 – 9:00 am–5:00 pmReceive a $50.00 discount if you register for both Levels 1 and 2!
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Details on the BCRPA’s courses: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/courses/pool-operator/outline/
HOW TO REGISTER
Contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3000COURSE DESCRIPTION
Real-world scenarios often call on children to respond to challenges. The Stay Safe program teaches applicable and age-appropriate skills, while increasing and reinforcing awareness. Whether in their community or on their own, this group will be given better tools to Stay Safe in a variety of different situations.
Saturday, April 30, 10:00 am–4:00 pm
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Saturday, May 14, 10:00 am–4:00 pm
Cost: $55/child
Ages: Open for those 9–12 years old
Capacity: 16 spots available per session
Location: Terrace Sportsplex, Multipurpose Room 3 & 4Notes:
Entry to facility is available 10 minutes prior to class starting. Please sanitize hands upon entry. Late admissions will not be permitted and refunds will not be made available for missed class.
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Learn more from the Red Cross' website: https://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/course-descriptions/first-aid-at-home-courses/stay-safe
HOW TO REGISTER
Contact the Terrace Sportsplex at 250-615-3000
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Register online for April 30 Register online for May 14
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3000
COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Red Cross Babysitting course, refreshed and revised, now has a greater emphasis on First Aid skills. The Canadian Red Cross Babysitting course covers everything from managing difficult behaviours to essential content on leadership and professional conduct as a babysitter. Babysitting promises to deepen and enhance the responsibility that older youth feel when caring for younger children. This updated curriculum, complete with new science, also provides improved learning when it comes to giving the appropriate care in the event of an emergency.
Sunday, May 1, 9:00 am–5:00 pm
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Sunday, May 15, 9:00 am–5:00 pm
Cost: $80/child
Ages: Open for those 11–16 years old
Capacity: 16 spots available per session
Location: Terrace Sportsplex, Multipurpose Room 3 & 4Notes:
Entry to facility is available 10 minutes prior to class starting. Please sanitize hands upon entry. Late admissions will not be permitted and refunds will not be made available for missed class.
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Learn more from the Red Cross' website: https://www.redcross.ca/training-and-certification/course-descriptions/first-aid-at-home-courses/babysitting
HOW TO REGISTER
Contact the Terrace Sportsplex at 250-615-3000
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Register online for May 1 Register online for May 15
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See Current Opportunities above for current offering
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3030
Registration opens: September 20, 2021
Deadline: October 9, 2021COURSE DESCRIPTION
The Water Safety Instructor course prepares candidates to instruct Red Cross Swim Programs. This is a combined course that includes an online portion, teaching experience, skills evaluations, and an in-class pool session.
Dates:
October 9 - Skills Evaluation:
10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Candidates will demonstrate their safety skills and strokes to ensure that they meet the Red Cross Swim Kids 10 criteria. Manuals are picked up and candidates are introduced to the instructor and receive a brief introduction on the online modules to complete.October 9 to November 26 - Online Modules and Teaching Experience
Candidates must complete all online modules that focus on the theory of instruction through videos, virtual games, online activities, and workbook activities. Each module with end with a knowledge evaluation.Candidates will also join ongoing Red Cross Swimming Lessons and will demonstrate and be evaluated on their skills and knowledge through practical applications, such as teaching and correcting skills and completing lesson plans and worksheets. Candidates will be assigned a certified WSI to complete their Teaching Experience Hours. Candidates are required to complete a minimum of 4 hours of pre-school lessons and 4 hours of Swim Kids lessons with a different supervising WSI for each age group.
November 26, 27, and 28 - Classroom and Pool Sessions:
9:00 am to 6:00 pm
These sessions consolidate the candidate's knowledge and experience from the online and teaching experience components.Cost: $350
Pre-requisites:
- 15 years or older by the last day of the course
- Ability to perform Red Cross Swim Kids 10 strokes and skills
- Hold one of the following certifications (not required to be current): Bronze Cross or higher, Red Cross Assistant Lifeguard, Emergency First Aid, or equivalent
Be prepared to swim each day. 100% attendance is required to be successful in this course.
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The Canadian Red Cross has a long history of developing well-trained professional instructors who love swimming as much as they love to help others learn. Read more about this course on the Red Cross website.
HOW TO REGISTER
Please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030 or visit us in person.
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Department: Leisure Services, 250-615-3030
Deadline: October 9, 2021COURSE DESCRIPTION
Candidates who complete the recert course successfully will be recertified in their Water Safety Instructor certification for an additional 2 years. This recert will include updates to the Red Cross Swim program and will allow candidates to develop their teaching ideas and techniques further through peer teaching sessions. Candidates will be required to perform swimming strokes to a Swim Kids 10 standard during the course.
Date: October 10
Time: 10:00 am–3:00 pm
Cost: $125 + GST
Ages: 15 years or olderPre-Requisites:
- Current or expired (within 5 years) Water Safety Instructor Certificate
- Completion of 3 WSI - Online Professional Development Courses (required for first recertification only)
Please arrive with expired or current certificates for both the WSI and a first aid course. Be prepared to perform the Swim Kids 10 standards and other rescue scenarios.
Read our full course description here.
COVID-19 PROTOCOLS
Masks will be mandatory in class during the practical first aid portions. The Vaccine Card is not required.
Please do not attend the class if you are feeling unwell.
LEARN MORE
The Canadian Red Cross has a long history of developing well-trained professional instructors who love swimming as much as they love to help others learn. Read more about this course on the Red Cross website.
HOW TO REGISTER
Contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030 or visit us in person.