Sign up at the YMCA for the courses you need to pursue your dream.
Lifeguarding makes great employment and provides you with skills and learning that will last a lifetime.
During certain times of the year, YMCA Northumberland offers certification for Standard First Aid, Bronze Cross and Bronze Medallion, National Lifeguard (Pool) and National Lifeguard (Waterfront).
Find our latest course offerings below:
YOUTH COURSES
COBOURG & CAMPBELLFORD Ys : Red Cross Stay Safe Courses
For Youth Ages 9 – 13 years
Your child will learn about being safe when they are at home and in their community without direct supervision.
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Safety strategies for home and community
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Basic first aid techniques
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Staying safe when unsupervised
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Course Runs at the Cobourg Y for one day: Saturday, January 25 from 10:00am-4:00pm
Course Runs at the Campbellford Y for one day: Saturday, March 21 from 10:00am-4:00pm
Cost is $46.50 Members / $67 Non-Members.
COBOURG & CAMPBELLFORD Ys : Red Cross Babysitting Courses
For Youth Ages 11 – 16 years
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Learn Basic First Aid
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Acquire Caregiving Skills for a variety of age groups
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Learn how to prevent & respond to emergencies
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Learn how to promote yourself as a babysitter
Campbellford (at Sunny Life Recreation and Wellness Centre):
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Friday, Feb 27 | 5:00–7:00 PM
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Saturday, Feb 28 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
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Cobourg:
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Friday, Feb 20 | 6:00–8:00 PM
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Saturday, Feb 21 | 10:00 AM–4:00 PM
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Cost is $77.25 Members / $98 Non-Members.
LEADERSHIP COURSES
Cobourg Y: Bronze Medallion Course
Ages:13+
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Cobourg Indoor Pool
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9:00am – 5:00pm
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Saturday, February 21 & Sunday, February 22
Cobourg Y : Standard First Aid / CPR “C” Course
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Cobourg Y Facility
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9:00am – 5:00pm
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March 7 & 8
Cobourg Y: Bronze Cross Weekend Course
Ages:13+
Pre-Requisite: Bronze Medallion and Emergency First Aid or Standard First Aid, EFA or SFA (proof must be shown on the 1st day)
Location: Cobourg Indoor Pool
Course Schedule:
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Friday, March 27: 6:00pm – 9:00pm
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Saturday, March 28: 9:00am – 6:00pm
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Sunday, March 29: 9:00am – 5:00pm
Cobourg Y: National Lifeguard Two Weekend Course
Ages:15+
Pre-Requisite: Bronze Cross and current Standard First Aid/CPR ‘C’
Course Schedule:
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Weekend 1: Friday, April 10 – Sunday, April 12
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Weekend 2: Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 26
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Fridays: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
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Saturdays: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
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Sundays: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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Cobourg Y : National Lifeguard Recertification Course
SPLASH BACK TO AQUATICS!
Train, recertify, and join our dynamic aquatics team!
If you’ve held your National Lifeguard Certification in the past, we’ll get you ready to dive back into Lifeguarding in no time.
Course Schedule
Saturday, April 26: 12:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Cost is $95 + HST (includes all manuals and exam fees)
For specific questions or for any pre-requisites, please email copies to [email protected] 1 week before course starts. Also, proof of age must be shown on the 1st day of course when required.