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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:
ALL AGES COURSES
Campbellford Y: National Life Guard Course
We are running this course for 6 sessions on Sundays this fall.
Pre-Requisite: Min. 15 years of age, Bronze Cross, Standard First Aid/CPR ‘C’ (proof must be shown on the 1st day)
- Campbellford Indoor Pool
- 9:00am – 3:30pm
- Every Sunday, starting November 9th to December 14th
100% attendance and participation is required.
Cost is $382 includes all manuals and exam fees.
Campbellford Y: Standard First Aid / CPR “C” Course
- Sunny Life Multipurpose Room
- 9:00am – 5:00pm
- November 15 & 16
$95 Members / $120 Non-Members
Cobourg Y: Bronze Medallion/Bronze Cross/Emergency First Aid Course
In Cobourg, we are running this course during the December holidays. Here are the detail:
Pre-Requisite: Min. 13 years of age OR Bronze Star Certification (proof must be shown on the 1st day)
- Cobourg Indoor Pool
- 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Dec. 22,23,26,27 & 28
100% attendance and participation is required.
Cost is $371 includes all manuals and exam fees.
YOUTH COURSES
COBOURG Y & CAMPBELLFORD : Red Cross StaySafe 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
- Basic first aid techniques
- Staying safe when unsupervised
- Course Runs at the Cobourg Y for 5 weeks: Tuesdays, starting September 9 from 5:00pm-6:00pm
- Course Runs at the Campbellford Y for one day: Saturday, October 4 from 10:00am-4:00pm
Cost is $40 Members / $65 Non-Members.