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

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.

COBOURG Y : Red Cross StaySafe Course

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:

  • Tuesdays, starting September 9 from 5:00-6:00pm
Cost is $40 Members / $65 Non-Members.

 

REgister now

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

 

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

We are running this course twice this fall in Cobourg. Here are the details:

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.

 

REgister now