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Training Courses

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111 Aquatique Street
506.877.7881
centreaquatique@dieppe.ca

The Dieppe Aquatic and Sports Centre offers a number of training courses for children and adults.

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Swim Instructor
Upcoming session
  • Dates to be announced
Prerequisite
  • Must be 15 years old before the course's start date
  • Must have a Bronze Cross Certification 
Duration
  • 20 hours
Description / objectives
  • The Lifesaving Society Swim Instructor course prepares the instructor to teach and evaluate basic swim strokes and related skills. Candidates acquire proven teaching methods, a variety of stroke development drills and correction techniques. Current Swim Instructors teach and certify candidates in all levels of the Swim for Life® and Canadian Swim Patrol programs.
  • This course is offered in French only
Cost
  • $180 
AQX Aquafitness Leadership Certification
Upcoming session
  • Dates to be announced
Ages
  • 16 years and older
Duration
  • 19 hours
Description / objectives
  • Participants learn the best practices for teaching vertical aquatic exercise in chest-deep and deeper water. Includes theory and practical skills geared to safely leading aquatic exercise groups.
  • This course is offered in English only
Cost
  • $350 
Bronze Medallion Certification
Upcoming session
  • Dates to be announced
Prerequisite
  • Must be 13 years old before the course's start date or hold a Bronze Star certification
Duration
  • 18 hours
Description / objectives
  • The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Medallion challenges the candidate both mentally and physically. Judgment, knowledge, skill, and fitness – the four components of water rescue – form the basis of Bronze Medallion training. Candidates acquire the assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.
  • This course is offered in French only
Cost
  • $120 
Bronze Cross Certification
Upcoming session
  • April 25 to 27, 2025
Prerequisite
  • Bronze Medallion and Lifesaving Society Emergency or Workplace Standard First Aid, or EFA or SFA from a training agency approved by the New Brunswick government. The list of approved agencies can be found at lifesavingnb.ca 
Duration
  • 28 hours
Description / objectives
  • The Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross begins the transition from lifesaving to lifeguarding and prepares candidates for responsibilities as assistant lifeguards. Candidates strengthen and expand their lifesaving skills and begin to apply the principles and techniques of active surveillance in aquatic facilities. Bronze Cross emphasizes the importance of teamwork and communication in preventing and responding to aquatic emergencies. Bronze Cross is a prerequisite for advanced training in the Society’s National Lifeguard and leadership certification programs.
  • This course is offered in French only
Cost
  • $150 

 

National Lifeguard (Pool) Certification
Upcoming session
  • April 5 to 8, 2025
  • June 12 to 15, 2025
Prerequisite
  • Minimum 15 years of age, Bronze Cross, and Lifesaving Society Standard First Aid, or SFA from a training agency approved by the New Brunswick government. The list of approved agencies can be found at lifesavingnb.ca 
Duration
  • 44 hours
Description / objectives
  • National Lifeguard training is designed to develop a solid understanding of lifeguarding principles, sound judgment, and a mature, responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard. The course helps participants acquire essential lifeguarding skills, principles, and decision-making processes, enabling lifeguards to assess and adapt to various aquatic facilities and emergencies.
  • This course is offered in French only
Cost
  • $240 
Workplace Standard First Aid
Upcoming session
  • May 24 and 25, 2025
Description
  • Includes CPR-C certification. Workplace Standard First Aid provides comprehensive training covering all aspects of first aid. Workplace Standard First Aid incorporates Emergency First Aid and is designed for those who require a more in-depth understanding of first aid including: legal implications of first aid treatment, spinal injuries, heat or cold injuries, bone and joint injuries, chest injuries, and medical emergencies.

Cost
  • $100 
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