Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid CPR-B Courses

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. Bronze Medallion is a prerequisite for assistant lifeguard training in Bronze Cross.

Fall Registration Open Now – Register Now!

Winter 2026 Registration Open

December 10 @ 9:00am

Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid CPR-B

The assessment and problem-solving skills needed to make good decisions in, on, and around the water.
This certification/course is a prerequisite to the Lifesaving Society’s Bronze Cross certification/course.

Please Note

All candidates must attend the final practice exam which will be held on the final day of the course. No alternative exam date or time is available.

Candidate will be required to complete the written Emergency First Aid test prior to the final practical exam.

Required

Canadian Lifesaving Manual (purchased during registration)

Prerequisites

Must be at least 13 years old or;
Bronze STAR certified

What to Bring

Swim suit
- Due to the physical nature of these courses, it’s recommended that candidates wear a one-piece bathing suit or well-fitting swim trunks.
A towel
Swim Goggles (strongly recommended)
- Borrowing goggles from our ‘lost & found’ is not recommended for health & safety reasons.
A notebook and a pen or pencil
The Canadian Lifesaving Manual (received on the first day of the course) is also required.

Lifesaving Society Verification of Identity Policy

Candidates will be required to provide their Instructor/Examiner proof of government-issued ID with a photo, date of birth and name for all original vocational courses and recertification, effective January 1, 2026. For additional information please visit their website.

Dates & Times

Fall Term

Each session is 2 hours & 30 mins – 10 sessions total

Day	Dates	Time
Saturday(s)	Sept 20 – Dec 6	5:00 – 7:30pm

No Sessions

On October 11 & October 18

Winter Term

Day	Dates	Time
Saturday(s)	Jan 10- Mar 28	5:00 – 7:30pm

No Sessions

On February 14 & March 21

Spring Term

There are currently no dates for this term yet

Please come back later!

Summer Term

There is a summer camp for this program.

Click the button below to go to the “Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid CPR-B Camp” page

Go to “Bronze Medallion + Emergency First Aid CPR-B Camp” Page

Cost

$182 + $55 (Canadian Lifesaving Manual)

Includes

Bronze Medallion Certification
Emergency First Aid Certification
Canadian Lifesaving Manual (add on fee)

Location

Carleton Pool – Alumni Hall

Important Notes

Arrivals for this course should should check-in at the Welcome Centre Desk in Alumni Hall
Lot 5 parking is not Free
Please arrive 10 – 15 minutes before the start of the class
Registration is required in advance and space is limited.
Parents/spectators are welcome to watch from the POOL GALLERY on the 3^rd floor.

If you have any questions, concerns or feedback.

PLEASE talk to the Instructors or the Lifesaving Supervisor.