Trainers
Trainers are responsible for preparing candidates to assume leadership roles as Lifesaving Society Instructors, Examiners, and Coaches. Trainers are responsible to teach, evaluate, and certify candidates for Lifesaving Society Instructor, Examiner and Coach certifications in the topical streams in which they are appropriately qualified. They may be appointed as a Mentor.
Appointment: Appointed by the Lifesaving Society for a two year term; may be re-appointed for two year terms thereafter.
Original Certification - Step-by-step:
- Candidates must apply to become a Trainer
- Once approved, attend and successfully complete the course
- Apply to complete apprenticeship
- Once approved, teach at least 50% of a course
- After completion of the apprenticeship, have the Lead Trainer report your performance
National Trainer
National Trainers are primarily responsible for preparing candidates to assume a leadership role as Lifesaving Society Trainers. National Trainers are responsible for representing the Lifesaving Society in a professional and ethical manner and act in the best interests of the Society. Delivering Trainer courses (original and recertification) and Trainer Update Clinics as required. Preparing individual development plans for Trainer course (original and recertification) candidates. Provide ongoing advice and guidance as needed.
Appointment: Appointed by the Lifesaving Society for a two year term; may be re-appointed for two year terms thereafter.
Conflict of Interest: Individuals who are officers or senior representatives of organizations or agencies that offer programs that compete with those of the Lifesaving Society are not eligible for appointment as a National Trainer.
Safety Management Trainer
Safety Management Trainers are appointed individuals selected based on leadership certifications, advocacy for the Society, engagement with the Society and topic specific experience and expertise. Appointments as a Safety Management Trainer are made on a case by base basis and do not extend beyond the scope and time line of the appointment.
Branch Appointed Individual
Branch Appointed Individuals are selected based on leadership certifications, advocacy for the Society, engagement with the Society, and topic specific experience and expertise. Branch appointments are made on a case by case basis and do not extend beyond the scope of the appointment.
