The Bronze Cross is a certification in water rescue that is the mainstay of the lifesaving training offered in Canada, and awarded by the

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. Before one can take the Bronze Cross course, the

Bronze Medallion (Canada) The Bronze Medallion is the second step towards the lifeguarding certification in Canada. The award is part of the Lifesaving Society's Bronze series of awards. It teaches an understanding of the lifesaving principles embodied in the four componen ...

is required. With Bronze Cross and Standard First Aid certification, one can be an assistant lifeguard in some provinces. For

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Certification or to become an Instructor, a current or expired Bronze Cross and current Standard First Aid certification are required. The Bronze Cross endurance swim requirement is 400 meters in 11 minutes using either front swim, back swim, breast stroke throughout the swim.

Prerequisites

The Lifesaving Society requires Bronze Cross candidates have obtained the following certifications, which may be current or expired: * Bronze Medallion

References

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