What happens if your NLS expires?

If my National Lifeguard award has expired, can I still recertify? As long as you have held the National Lifeguard award and have proof of certification (see above), you are eligible for a recertification.

What is the NLS time swim?

Demonstrate aerobic fitness and endurance: Swim 400 m within 10 min. (400 yd. within 9:10 min.). Our thanks to the hundreds of NLS Instructors, Examiners and Trainers, Lifesaving Society Affiliate Members, and the over 2,000 candidates across Canada who enthusiastically piloted the revised NLS program.

What does NLS stand for lifeguarding?

National Lifeguard certification
The Lifesaving Society’s National Lifeguard certification is Canada’s professional lifeguard standard. Since it was formed, the National Lifeguard training program has undergone periodic revision.

Where can I buy NLS?

You can take Lifesaving Society training courses at your local pool (municipal, YMCA or university), or through private aquatic instruction companies. You can also earn Lifesaving Society certifications at most summer camps.

Does Bronze Cross expire?

How often do Bronze Medallion, Bronze cross and NLS have to be recertified? All Lifesaving awards have to be recertified every two years from the date appearing on the certificate. If you continue your lifeguard training you do not have to recertify your Bronze Medallion or your Bronze Cross.

How old do you have to be to take NLS?

15 years old
You must be: At least 15 years old; and, Have Standard First Aid (from either Red Cross, Lifesaving Society, St John Ambulance, Criti-Care, or Heart Beat ECSI); and, Have one of Bronze Cross or Distinction.

How many hours is NLS?

This course is about 44 hours long. There are a few prerequisites.

What do you do in NLS?

The NLS course emphasizes the lifeguarding skills, principles and practices, and the decision-making processes which will assist the lifeguard to provide effective safety supervision in swimming pool environments.

Can you be a lifeguard at 14?

Becoming a lifeguard can be a really exciting venture in your teenager’s life. 14 and 15 years of age Fifteen-year-olds, but not youth less than 15 years of age, may be employed as lifeguards at traditional swimming pools and most facilities of water amusement parks.

What does NLS mean?

NLS

Do you need Bronze Cross for NLS?

The prerequisites for National Lifeguard Pool and Waterfront are: 16-years-old. Bronze Cross (does not need to be current) Standard First Aid & CPR-C.

What can you do with a Bronze Cross?

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.

What is the purpose of a NLS recertification?

The purpose of an NLS Recert is to reconfirm that National Lifeguards can perform at the NLS standard. The revised NLS training program requires the following items to be evaluated on every recertification. nLs Pool recert Physical standard item 2a object recovery.

How long does it take to recert for NL pool option?

Candidates who complete the recert course successfully will be recertified in their NL Pool Option certification for an additional 2 years. The first half of the course will be the PRECERT portion and will include education on new information and practice sessions. This is designed to make candidates successful in the RECERT portion.

What is item 2A of the NLS pool recert?

nLs Pool recert Physical standard item 2a object recovery. Demonstrate anaerobic fitness and strength for an object recovery: Starting in the water, swim 15 m and surface dive to recover a 9 kg (20 lb.) object; surface and carry the object 5 m – all within 40 sec. item 2c sprint challenge.

What to bring to National Lifeguard recertification exam?

Please bring a copy of your NL Pool Option Certification Card to the recertification exam. The Lifesaving Society is pleased to offer the National Lifeguard Pool Re-certification Guide. The guide is designed as a resource for candidates to prepare themselves for recertification in the National Lifeguard program.