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. Our list of past opportunities are no longer available, but may be again in the future. Please contact us for further details if desired.
Current Opportunities
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
BRONZE MEDALLION
March 25-28, 2024
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 10:00 am-3:30 pm$120 OR $60 for those ages 15+ who have an address in the Greater Terrace area and plan to work at the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre
Prerequisites: 13+ years of age (by last day of course) OR Bronze Star certification (need not be current)
BRONZE CROSS
May 6-June 3, 2024
Mondays and Wednesdays from 4:00-6:45 pm$120 OR $60 for those ages 15+ who have an address in the Greater Terrace area and plan to work at the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre
Prerequisites: 13+ years of age (by last day of course) AND Bronze Medallion certification (need not be current)
COURSE DESCRIPTIONS
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.
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Swimming Levels
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.
Past Opportunities
These training courses and programs are no longer available, but may be again in the future. Please contact us for further details if desired.
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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.
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Read the course description: https://www.lifesaving.bc.ca/courses/first-aid/airway-management-oxygen-administration
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See above for the current offering!
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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
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 certification -
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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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Facilitator: Terrace Sportsplex, 250-615-3000
2 Sessions:
Saturday, November 18, 2023
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Saturday, December 9, 20239:00 am-4:00 pm
Terrace Sportsplex$85/child
Open for ages 11-16Only 10 spots available for each session!
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.
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Learn more from the Red Cross' website
HOW TO REGISTER
Registration opens on October 24, 2023, at 9 am.
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Facilitator: Terrace Sportsplex, 250-615-3000
Saturday, December 2, 2023
10:00 am-4:00 pm
Terrace Sportsplex$55/child
Open for ages 9-12Only 10 spots available!
COURSE 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.
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Learn more from the Red Cross' website.
HOW TO REGISTER
Registration opens on October 24, 2023, at 9 am.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 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. -
Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
Dates: Nov 1-12, 2023
- Wednesday, November 1: 4:00-8:00 pm
- Thursday, November 2: 4:00-8:00 pm
- Sunday, November 5: 9:00 am-5:30 pm
- Wednesday, November 8: 4:00-8:00 pm
- Thursday, November 9: 4:00-8:00 pm
- Friday, November 10: 9:00 am-5:30 pm
- Sunday, November 12: 9:00 am-5:30 pm
Cost: $350*
COURSE DESCRIPTION
Are you aspiring to build a career in Aquatics but haven't obtained your NL certification yet? Why not kick-start your journey with swim instruction? The Terrace & District Aquatic Centre is excited to welcome individuals brimming with enthusiasm to become a part of our team. We're offering a comprehensive swim instructor course at the cost of $350.00. Moreover, if you meet the qualifying criteria, you could benefit from a price reduction (see below). Join us in shaping aquatic experiences and fostering water safety for all.
Prerequisites:- 15 years or older
- Bronze Cross Certification
*Discount available:
To qualify for our 50% discount, you must:
- Be 15 years old and above
- Have a local address (Greater Terrace area)
- Plan to work at the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre
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If you have questions, please contact the Terrace & District Aquatic Centre at 250-615-3030.
HOW TO REGISTER
Registration opens on September 18, 2023, at 9:00 am. Check back for details!
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE 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.
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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.
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Facilitator: Terrace & District Aquatic Centre, 250-615-3030
COURSE 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.
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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.