Sponsored by Lifesaving Society Country Canada | Date 1896 (1896) Reward(s) Certificate | |
Awarded for Candidates who successfully complete the Bronze Medallion program. Official website www.lifesavingsociety.com/swimming-lifesaving/lifesaving/bronze-medallion.aspx | ||
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. Bronze Medallion includes water safety, rescues, resuscitation, and an introduction to spinal injury management. It is the prerequisite for Bronze Cross; Standard First Aid with CPR-C and 16 years of age are the prerequisites for National Lifeguard Service. The Bronze Medallion endurance swim requirement is 500 meters (550 yd) in 15 minutes using any combination of strokes.
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History
Lifesaving Society's Bronze Medallion program began in 1896 as Canada's first lifesaving certification program.
Prerequisites
The Lifesaving Society requires Bronze Medallion candidates meet the following prerequisites (award may be expired):