National Lifeguard (NL) Course

National Lifeguard (40 hr.): The National Lifeguard (NL) course consists of a core course dealing with lifeguarding principles and techniques, together with environment-specific items leading to certification in one of the NL options – Pool.  

Recognized as the standard measurement of lifeguard performance in Canada, National Lifeguard education is designed to develop a sound understanding of lifeguarding principles, good judgment and a mature and responsible attitude toward the role of the lifeguard. The National Lifeguard’s primary role is the prevention of emergency situations and where this fails, the timely and effective resolution of emergencies.

Prerequisite:  Minimum 15 years of age.  Bronze Cross certification.  Intermediate Workplace First Aid (Standard First Aid certification).