Aquatic leadership programs can lead to recreation career opportunities as a lifeguard or swimming instructor. The City of Edmonton offers a progression of certification courses that provides you with the required qualifications to meet your goals.
Prerequisite: Must be 15 years or older and have completed Grade 10.
Core Programs:
- Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross / Intermediate First Aid / CPR-C / AED
- Instructor Strokes and Skills Evaluation
- Lifesaving Society Swim for Life and Lifesaving Instructor Course
City of Edmonton aquatic instructors must hold a current copy of the above certifications.
Prerequisite: Must be 18+ years old and have completed Grade 12.
Core Programs:
- Lifesaving Society Bronze Cross / Intermediate First Aid / CPR-C / AED
- Lifesaving Society National Lifeguard (NL)
City of Edmonton lifeguards must hold a current copy of the above certifications.
Prerequisite: Must be 16+ years old.
Core Programs:
- Fitness Theory course
- Intermediate First Aid / CPR-C / AED award
- One of the following specialty courses:
- Aquatic Exercise Leader
- Resistance Training Leader
- Group Exercise Leader
- Fitness for the Older Adult
Alberta Fitness Leadership Certification Association (AFLCA) Fitness Leaders must complete 2 exams, a practical observation component, a 7-hour practicum, recertify their CPR-C award yearly and pay a certification fee.