Bronze Program

Bronze Star

Course Description: Bronze Star is the pre-Bronze Medallion training standard and excellent preparation for success in Bronze Medallion. In Bronze Star, candidates develop problem-solving and decision-making skills as individuals and in partners. They learn self-rescue techniques, in-water searches, CPR, water rescue skills and first aid including how to manage a land spinal injury. Candidates also develop stroke endurance and lifesaving fitness skills.

Pre-Requisites: Ability to Swim 200 meters, Candidate is recommended to be at least 12 years old.

Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid

Course Description: Bronze Medallion teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four components of water rescue education - judgement, knowledge, skill and fitness. Rescuers learn self-rescue techniques, defence and release methods, and tows and carries in preparation for challenging rescues involving conscious and unconscious victims of various types, including spinal injuries and circulatory emergencies. Lifesavers develop stroke efficiency and endurance in a timed swim. Bronze Medallion includes the Emergency First Aid certification.

Pre-Requisites: Bronze Star (Recommended)
No age pre-requisite if candidate has Bronze Star; if not, must be 13 years by the day of the Exam

Evaluation: Items are evaluated by a qualified Lifesaving Instructor and/or Examiner.

 Bronze Cross

Course Description: Bronze Cross is designed for lifesavers who want the challenge of more advanced training including an introduction to safety supervision in aquatic facilities. Candidates develop proficiency at performing patient assessments, managing aquatic spinal injuries, and preventing the loss of life in a variety of aquatic emergencies, while developing stroke endurance and fitness training skills. Bronze Cross includes the CPR-C certification and is one of the pre-requisite awards for all advanced Lifeguarding and Leadership training programs.

Pre-Requisites: Bronze Medallion and Emergengy First Aid (minimum age of 14 years)
Evaluation: Items are evaluated by a qualified Lifesaving Instructor and/or Examiner.