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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

Cobourg Y : Standard First Aid  / CPR “C” Course

  • Cobourg Y Facility
  • 9:00am – 5:00pm 
  • October 4 & 5
$95 Members / $120 Non-Members
 

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.

 

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.

 

Campbellford Y: Bronze Medallion/Bronze Cross/Emergency First Aid Course

We are running this course for 7 sessions on Sundays this fall.

Pre-Requisite: Min. 13 years of age OR Bronze Star Certification (proof must be shown on the 1st day)

  • Campbellford Indoor Pool
  • 8:30am – 2:00pm 
  • Every Sunday, starting September 14th to November 2 except not on Oct. 12 due to Thanksgiving.
100% attendance and participation is required.
Cost is $371 includes all manuals and exam fees.

 

 

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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.

    • 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.

     

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Red Cross Babysitting Course running in Campbellford & Cobourg

For Youth Ages 11 – 15 years

  • Learn Basic First Aid
  • Acquire Caregiving Skills for a variety of age groups
  • Learn how to prevent & respond to emergencies
  • Learn how to promote yourself as a babysitter

Course Details

  • At the Campbellford Y:1 day only on Friday, August 29 from 9am – 5pm
  • At the Cobourg Y: Mondays, starting September 8 from 6:30-8pm
Cost is $75 Members / $95 Non-Members.