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1 Version: June 2011 Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 1 of 67
2 Table of Contents 1.0 Introduction Philosophy Trademarks and Copyright Red Cross Swim Preschool Course Standards Red Cross Swim Kids Course Standards Red Cross School Course Standards Red Cross Swim Basics Course Standards Red Cross Swim Strokes Course Standards Red Cross Swim Sports Course Standards Policies Assistant Water Safety Course Standards Water Safety Course Standards Water Safety Trainer Course Standards Water Safety MIT Responsibilities Contact Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 2 of 67
3 1.0 Introduction Acknowledgement These Program Standards were developed in 2005 during the Red Cross Swim project. Many documents from across Canada were combined into this document; these National Standards will replace any existing National and Zone policies. These standards were developed for s, Trainers, Master Trainers, Training Partners and staff of the Canadian Red Cross to use and follow. The first section is the standards for all of the participant-level Red Cross Swim programs and the second section contains the requirements for all of the instructor development programs that support the participant-level programs. The standards included in this document are those accepted by the Canadian Red Cross based on ILCOR guidelines and meet the decisions agreed upon by the National Training Agencies for first aid and CPR/AED techniques. As a Red Cross / Trainer or Training Partner you are required to teach the sequences as laid out in this document. Any changes to standards or procedures will be distributed in writing. Program Structure Red Cross Swim Program Red Cross Development Program * Title assigned by Red Cross Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 3 of 67
4 Glossary of Terms A AWSI Assistant Water Safety C Certification course Provides the candidate with a certification or other written recognition that has an expiry date on it Current Certification A Water Safety /Water Safety Trainer with a certification that is within the certification time period. The certification must not be expired or in a grace period. G Grace Period A period of three years following the expiry date of the Water Safety /Water Safety Trainer certification. M Mentorship A process in which a Water Safety or Water Safety Trainer supports and advises an AWSI, WSI or WSIT candidate as they complete the requirements to achieve certification. MIT Master Trainer N Non-certification Courses that candidates take to gain knowledge and skills, but are not tested or certified on their knowledge and skills. No recertification is required for these courses. O Optional Additional materials that the Training Partner may choose to provide to candidates. P Post-Course Requirements These are the final steps required once the core of the course has been completed Prerequisite Certifications or skills that are required to be eligible to register into the level or the course. R Recommended, equipment and standards that will increase program quality and enhance the program for candidates/participants. These materials, equipment and standards should be made available to candidates/participants whenever possible. RCSP Red Cross Swim Preschool program RCSK S RCSBasics RCSStrokes RCSSports Red Cross Swim Kids program Red Cross Swim at School program Red Cross Swim Basics Red Cross Swim Strokes Red Cross Swim Sports Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 4 of 67
5 Recert (WSI R or WSIT R) The workshop which Water Safety s and Water Safety s Trainers are required to complete at least once every two years to maintain a current certification., equipment or standards that Training Partners must ensure candidates/participants have in order to maintain program standards and provide essential materials for candidates/participants. S Splashback A recertification course for former Red Cross Water Safety s with a certification expired for more than three years. This course provides expired WSI certification holders (past their grace period) with an opportunity to update their WSI certification without having to complete the full AWSI and WSI Courses. T Supervising WSI Teaching Experience (Assisted Teaching) Teaching Experience (Practise Teaching) Training Partner W WSI Water Safety An experienced WSI (recommended to have at least two years of practical teaching experience of the Red Cross Swim programs or equivalent), who supervises and evaluates the AWSI or WSI candidate during the teaching experience component. Supervising WSIs may only supervise one AWSI or WSI candidate per lesson. The practical application component of the AWSI and WSI certification. This component requires teaching real kids in an existing program. The class is run by an experienced supervising WSI who is responsible for the class. The AWSI/WSI candidate completes assignments for specific lessons as part of the Teaching Experience. This component can also be set up for candidates (see Practise Teaching below). The range of hours for the AWSI candidate (dependant upon the levels and time programmed for the levels) is hours of Teaching Experience and 9 11 hours of Teaching Experience is required for the WSI (with 100% participation and attendance). More hours may be required at the discretion of the Water Safety Trainer. Practise teaching sessions are set up by the Water Safety Trainer and the Training Partner. It is a Teaching Experience using real kids in classes arranged by the Training Partner specifically for the WSI candidate to teach. This experience will be evaluated by the WSIT or a current experienced WSI. Swimmers in the lesson will be unable to complete a level because the WSI candidate is not yet certified to evaluate their class. Red Cross Training Partners may be large or small businesses, community or municipal organizations, corporations, or other organizations that have an agreement with the Red Cross to conduct training with Red Cross certified s/trainers. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 5 of 67
6 WSI Transfer WSIT WSIT Apprenticeship A certification course for experienced swimming instructors who hold a current swimming instructor certification with the American Red Cross, Lifesaving Society, YMCA, Sears I Can Swim or Toronto Ultra Swim program. This course ensures candidates have the knowledge and skills required to teach the Red Cross Swim programs. Water Safety Trainer WSIT Candidates are required to complete an apprenticeship on an AWSI and a WSI course. The candidate is required to attend 100% of the course and teach 50% of the course. There is a maximum of two candidates to apprentice on one course. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 6 of 67
7 2.0 Philosophy Red Cross Swimming & Water Safety Goal Improve the quality of life by giving people the skills to make safe choices, increase physical fitness, prevent injuries and act in emergency and rescue situations. Our aim is to reduce drowning and water-related injuries and fatalities by providing Canadians with: The awareness and knowledge to recognize and avoid dangerous situations. The knowledge and skills required to save lives. The basic rescue skills to enable them to save others. The knowledge and awareness to recognize hazardous environments and equipment in their communities and to provide solutions. Red Cross Swimming & Water Safety Slogan Swim with the best! Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 7 of 67
8 3.0 Trademarks and Copyright The Red Cross Emblem The Red Cross and Red Crescent emblems are internationally recognized symbols used to protect individuals during armed conflicts. They have a secondary use to identify organizations, like the Canadian Red Cross, that make up the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement (the Movement). We safeguard both uses in the Geneva Conventions and in national laws. National Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies have special roles in co-operating with their governments to protect these emblems so that they do not lose their value. National Societies, with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and the International Federation of the Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (Federation), also have a special responsibility to use the emblem correctly themselves. We follow the international regulations agreed upon by the Movement and by the states party to the Geneva Conventions. Appropriate use of the emblem helps preserve its protective power and, by that, helps to save lives. The Red Cross emblem is amongst the most recognized symbols in the world. Consistent and correct presentation also makes good sense for promotional and fundraising purposes. We should, therefore, display it on any Red Cross materials, publications, or products and use the emblem in conjunction with the name, Canadian Red Cross. Even the most effective symbol cannot create a positive visual identity in a vacuum. Every item that displays the corporate identity (the Canadian Red Cross name and emblem) posters, products, and signs must live up to the image of the Canadian Red Cross. All of these pieces must work together as an integrated whole, to guide and reinforce a positive total image. History of the Emblem The Red Cross and Red Crescent emblems are internationally recognized symbols of protection during armed conflicts. They gained this recognition more than a century ago, when an international meeting in Switzerland in 1863 worked to improve care of the wounded on battlefields. One recommendation of the meeting was that volunteer medical personnel of all countries wear an easily recognized sign: a white armlet with a red cross, sometimes called the Geneva cross. Representatives of 12 countries signed the international treaty, known as the Treaty of Geneva, on August 22, It established the fundamental principle that wounded or sick combatants, to whatever nation they may belong, shall be collected and cared for. It adopted the Red Cross emblem as the international symbol to identify personnel, material, and facilities used to care for the sick and wounded in times of armed conflict. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 8 of 67
9 By the terms of the treaty, persons and facilities bearing the symbol are protected from attack. Over the years, we have extended the protection of the original Treaty of Geneva beyond the battlefield to include the shipwrecked, prisoners of war, and civilian populations affected by armed conflicts. Recognized as a symbol of humanity and neutrality, the Red Cross emblem is the only protection Red Cross workers have when they bring relief and protection to victims of armed conflicts. The emblem identifies and protects the sick, the wounded, and those who come to their aid; medical equipment; buildings; and vehicles. In December of 2005, the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement welcomed the decision of the Diplomatic Conference held in Geneva to adopt a Third Additional Protocol to the Geneva Conventions, creating an additional emblem alongside the red cross and red crescent. The additional emblem, known as the red crystal, will appear as a red frame in the shape of a square on edge, on a white background, and is free from any religious, political, or other connotation. Trademark and Copyright The Geneva Conventions Act, the Trade Marks Act, and the Act of Incorporation of The Canadian Red Cross Society protect the Red Cross emblem in Canada. The Canadian Red Cross must authorize its application and use in Canada. Article 53, Schedule 1 Geneva Conventions The use by individuals, societies, firms or companies either public or private, other than those entitled thereto under the present Convention, of the emblem or the designation Red Cross or Geneva Cross, or of any sign or designation constituting an imitation thereof, whatever the object of such use, and irrespective of the date of its adoption, shall be prohibited at all times. Trademark: A trademark is a word or symbol used to distinguish the products of one organization (or author) from another. Once trademark rights are acquired, it is a prohibited mark and cannot be used by anyone as part of a trademark or otherwise. Copyright: We define a copyright as the right of an author to prevent others from altering an image or written work. It also protects the image or written material from being reproduced or translated without the author s permission. To protect copyright, all materials must display the copyright symbol and/or the phrase. This material is copyrighted by The Canadian Red Cross Society and may not be altered or reproduced without permission. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 9 of 67
10 Monitoring Use of the Emblem As a signatory to the Geneva Conventions, the Government of Canada is obliged to promote respect for the emblem and uphold its dignity. This way, we preserve and strengthen the emblem s protective role. The International Regulations oblige the Canadian Red Cross to protect the Red Cross emblem. Most emblem misuses are inadvertent and quickly corrected. Many people are unaware of the emblem s special role, and they quickly correct any misuse when they learn of the restrictions on its use. Ongoing emblem misuses show that the Red Cross must be vigilant about monitoring use of the emblem and must try to educate the public about its protective role during conflict. Every member of the Canadian Red Cross is responsible for monitoring use of the emblem. All abuses or concerns should be reported to the Red Cross. The best people to report the misuses to are the national or zone public affairs directors or general managers or the Director of the Humanitarian Issues Program or the General Counsel. To report Emblem Abuse go to In the Geneva Convention, they describe the emblem simply as a red cross on a white ground. There is no rigid definition of the form of the cross, the exact shade of red, or the shape of the white background. This ensures universal respect for and avoids abuse of the emblem when we intend it to serve as the humanitarian Red Cross symbol. During times of war, therefore, variations in dimension, shape, and shading would not change the status of the Red Cross emblem as a protective sign. Training Partners Canadian Red Cross Training Partners may be granted permission to use the Red Cross emblem if they sign an agreement and adhere to conditions of the agreement. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 10 of 67
11 4.0 Red Cross Swim Preschool Course Standards Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Preschool Starfish 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) and participating with a parent/caregiver Current Red Cross Water Safety 4-12 months of age, able to hold their head up Red Cross Swim Preschool Starfish worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Starfish sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Starfish instructor worksheet for a summary of content This level is participation-based only. Children move to the next level on the basis of their developmental stage and age. Optional Red Cross Swim Preschool Starfish sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 11 of 67
12 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Preschool Duck 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) and participating with a parent/caregiver Current Red Cross Water Safety months of age Red Cross Swim Preschool Duck worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Duck sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Duck instructor worksheet for a summary of content This level is participation-based only. Children move to the next level on the basis of their developmental stage and age. Optional Red Cross Swim Preschool Duck sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 12 of 67
13 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Turtle 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) and participating with a parent/caregiver Current Red Cross Water Safety months of age Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Turtle worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Turtle sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Turtle instructor worksheet for a summary of content This level is participation-based only. Children move to the next level on the basis of their developmental stage and age. Optional Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Turtle sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 13 of 67
14 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Other Considerations 1:4-6 (With Assistant WSI, may increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety 3-5 years of age Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Otter worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Otter Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Otter sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Participation sticker Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Otter instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Salamander once all criteria have been successfully completed. Children 5 years or older may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 1 Optional Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Otter sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker This is the first level that is designed for unaccompanied preschool children. If the facility is offering this as a parent/caregiver level, please use the ratio 1:8-10. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 14 of 67
15 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Other Considerations 1:4-6 (With Assistant WSI, may increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Preschool Salamander 3-5 years of age and successful completion of Red Cross Swim Preschool Sea Otter Red Cross Swim Preschool Salamander worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Salamander sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Participation sticker Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Salamander instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Sunfish once all criteria have been successfully completed. Children 5 years or older may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 1 Optional Red Cross Swim Preschool Salamander sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker This level is designed for preschool children. If the facility is offering this as a parent/caregiver level, please use the ratio 1:8-10. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 15 of 67
16 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Other Considerations 1:4-6 (With Assistant WSI, may increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety 3-6 years of age and successful completion of Red Cross Swim Preschool Salamander Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Participation sticker Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Crocodile once all criteria have been successfully completed. Children 5 years or older are ready for the appropriate level of Red Cross Swim Kids: Optional o Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish (incomplete) may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 1 o Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish (complete) may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 2 Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker This level is designed for preschool children. If the facility is offering this as a parent/caregiver level, please use the ratio 1:8-10. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 16 of 67
17 Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Other Considerations 1:4-6 (With Assistant WSI, may increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety 3-6 years of age and successful completion of Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Participation sticker Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and progress to Whale once all criteria have been successfully completed. Children 5 years or older are ready for the appropriate level of Red Cross Swim Kids: Optional o Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile (incomplete) may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 2 o Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile (complete) may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 3 Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker This level is designed for preschool children. If the facility is offering this as a parent/caregiver level, please use the ratio 1:8-10. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 17 of 67
18 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Other Considerations 1:4-6 (With Assistant WSI, may increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale 3-6 years of age and successful completion of Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale worksheet Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Preschool booklet Optional Participation sticker Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Refer to the Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the program once all criteria have been achieved. Children 5 years or older are ready for the appropriate level of Red Cross Swim Kids: Optional o Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale (incomplete) may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 3 o Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale (complete) may move to Red Cross Swim Kids 4 Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale sticker Red Cross Swim Preschool Participation sticker This level is designed for preschool children. If the facility is offering this as a parent/caregiver level, please use the ratio 1:8-10. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 18 of 67
19 5.0 Red Cross Swim Kids Course Standards Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition 1:6 (With Assistant WSI, may increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 1 At least 5 years of age, no previous swimming experience required Red Cross Swim Kids 1 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 1 sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 1 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 1 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 19 of 67
20 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition 1:6 (With Assistant WSI, may increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 2 At least 5 years of age, and successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 1 OR successful completion of Red Cross Swim Preschool Sunfish Red Cross Swim Kids 2 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 2 sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 2 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 2 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 20 of 67
21 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition 1:6 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety, valid Red Cross Swim Kids 3 At least 5 years of age, and successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 2 OR successful completion of Red Cross Swim Preschool Crocodile Red Cross Swim Kids 3 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 3 lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 3 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 3 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 21 of 67
22 Course Length Lesson length: 30 mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition 1:6 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 4 At least 5 years of age, and successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 3 OR successful completion of Red Cross Swim Preschool Whale Red Cross Swim Kids 4 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 4 sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 4 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 4 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 22 of 67
23 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 5 Prerequisites At least 5 years of age, successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 4 Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Kids 5 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 5 lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 5 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 5 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 23 of 67
24 Red Cross Swim Kids 6 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Prerequisites At least 5 years of age, successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 5 Support Tools Red Cross Swim Kids 6 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 6 lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 6 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 6 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 24 of 67
25 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 7 Prerequisites At least 5 years of age, successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 6 Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Kids 7 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 7 lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 7 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 7 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 25 of 67
26 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 8 Prerequisites At least 5 years of age, successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 7 Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Kids 8 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 8 lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 8 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 8 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 26 of 67
27 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 9 Prerequisites At least 5 years of age, successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 8 Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Kids 9 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 9 lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 9 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 9 completion badge Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 27 of 67
28 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-12 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Kids 10 Prerequisites At least 5 years of age, successful completion of the skills in Red Cross Swim Kids 9 Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Recognition Red Cross Swim Kids 10 worksheet Red Cross Swim Kids 10 lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes chart Red Cross Swim Kids progress card Optional Mid-session report (available on the Training Partner website) Personal best fitness stickers Refer to the Red Cross Swim Kids 10 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Kids 10 completion badge Optional Red Cross Swim Kids program completion certificate and medal Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 28 of 67
29 6.0 Red Cross School Course Standards Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 2-5 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross School Beginner Prerequisites Currently working on skills equivalent to Red Cross Swim Kids 1-3 Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Other Considerations Red Cross School Beginner worksheet Brain Games CD-ROM (teacher-led classroom activities) Red Cross School progress certificate Participation sticker (optional) Refer to the Red Cross School Beginner instructor worksheet for a summary of content This program is participation-based, without formal evaluation. This program can also be used for other settings such as camp programs. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 29 of 67
30 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 2-5 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross School Intermediate Prerequisites Currently working on skills equivalent to Red Cross Swim Kids 4-7 Course Training Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Other Considerations Red Cross School Intermediate worksheet Brain Games CD-ROM (teacher-led classroom activities) Red Cross School progress certificate Participation sticker (optional) Refer to the Red Cross School Intermediate instructor worksheet for a summary of content This program is participation-based, without formal evaluation. This program can also be used for other settings such as camp programs. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 30 of 67
31 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 2-5 to Swimmer Ratio Course Conductor 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross School Advanced Prerequisites Currently working on skills equivalent to Red Cross Swim Kids 8-10 Course Training Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Other Considerations Red Cross School Advanced worksheet Brain Games CD-ROM (teacher-led classroom activities) Red Cross School progress certificate Participation sticker (optional) Refer to the Red Cross School Advanced instructor worksheet for a summary of content This program is participation-based, without formal evaluation. This program can also be used for other settings such as camp programs. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 31 of 67
32 7.0 Red Cross Swim Basics Course Standards Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-10 to Participant Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety No previous swimming experience required. Red Cross Swim Basics 1 worksheet Red Cross Swim Basics 1 sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes Chart Red Cross Swim Journal Optional Personal best fitness sticker Red Cross Swim Basics 1 Refer to the Red Cross Swim Basics 1 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 32 of 67
33 Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-10 to Participant Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Basics 2 Some swimming experience and can perform front swim 10 metres comfortably. Red Cross Swim Basics 2 worksheet Red Cross Swim Basics 2 sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes Chart Red Cross Swim Journal Optional Personal best fitness sticker Refer to the Red Cross Swim Basics 2 instructor worksheet for a summary of content Swimmers are evaluated based on performance criteria and complete the level once all criteria have been achieved. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 33 of 67
34 8.0 Red Cross Swim Strokes Course Standards Course Length Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 8-10 to Participant Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria 1:8-10 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Red Cross Swim Strokes Able to swim front crawl at least 15 metres continuously, back crawl 15 metres and is comfortable swimming in deep water. Red Cross Swim Strokes worksheets Red Cross Swim Strokes Chart Red Cross Swim Journal Optional Personal best fitness sticker Refer to the Red Cross Swim Basics Strokes instructor worksheet for a summary of content Red Cross Swim Strokes is evaluated against the goals set by each swimmer. The Red Cross Swim Strokes Chart is used to assist in setting goals. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 34 of 67
35 9.0 Red Cross Swim Sports Course Standards Red Cross Swim Sports Course Length to Participant Ratio Course Conductor Prerequisites Support Tools Swimmer Course Content Completion Criteria Lesson length: mins; Number of lessons: 2 per sport 1:10-12 (With Assistant WSI, increase ratio by 4) Current Red Cross Water Safety Interested in participating in sports modules and is comfortable moving/swimming in shallow water. If swimmer can not swim, is comfortable using flotation support such as a PFD. tools: Red Cross Swim Sports worksheet Red Cross Swim Sports sample lesson plans Red Cross Swim Strokes Chart Equipment: Refer to programming guide for more information on equipment requirements for each module. Red Cross Swim Journal Optional Personal best fitness sticker Refer to the Red Cross Swim Basics Sports instructor worksheet for a summary of content This program is participation-based, without formal evaluation. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 35 of 67
36 10.0 Policies Introduction All of these standards apply to candidates who are currently taking the Red Cross Assistant Water Safety, Water Safety, Splashback, or WSI Transfer or WSIT course, WSI or WSIT recertification to be certified by the Canadian Red Cross as an AWSI/WSI /WSIT. AWSI/WSI and WSIT Responsibilities Code of Conduct As a Assistant Water Safety (AWSI), a Water Safety (WSI) or a Water Safety Trainer (WSIT), you represent The Canadian Red Cross Society. When you interact on a professional basis with fellow s, Training Partners, parents, swimmers, and your community at large, your behaviour reflects back on The Canadian Red Cross Society as a whole. The following Code of Conduct has been established as the standard by which your behaviour is measured. As a WSI, you should do the following: 1. Observe and promote the seven Fundamental Principles of The International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. 2. Treat everyone fairly, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity, financial ability, sexual orientation, religion, disability, or age, and within applicable provincial, territorial and federal legislations. 3. Consistently display high professional standards to project a favourable image of Canadian Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program: Refrain from public criticism of fellow AWSIs, WSIs, WSITs, FAIs, FAITs LGIs. LGITs Training Partners, parents, participants of any Canadian Red Cross programs or the Canadian Red Cross Abstain from any personal behaviour that may adversely influence or harm a participant. Refrain from the use of profane, insulting, harassing, or otherwise offensive language in the conduct of duties. 4. Ensure that the activity being undertaken is suitable and safe for the age, experience, ability, and fitness level of the swimmer. 5. Comply with registered medical practitioners recommendations as they are communicated. 6. Ensure the personal safety of every swimmer. 7. Maintain the WSI performance standards found in the Teaching Experience evaluation criteria for the AWSI, WSI and WSIT course. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 36 of 67
37 8. Understand that behaviours that constitute harassment or abuse are unacceptable. See for Understanding and Responding to Maltreatment, Risk Management Checklist for Water Safety, and You and the Law. To be professional means assuming your responsibilities in a serious and organized manner. This means placing the needs of your class ahead of your own. It means following through on commitments to your swimmers, your fellow s, and your employer. You have responsibilities: 1. to Red Cross as a volunteer in promoting the aims of Red Cross Society Services; 2. to Red Cross for maintaining appropriate standards for Red Cross Swim certifications; 3. to your swimmers for developing the appropriate attitudes and skills to ensure that they will use aquatic environments in a safe manner; 4. to your swimmers for providing a safe and enjoyable learning experience in the water; and, 5. to your employer for fulfilling your employment obligations. Your biggest responsibility is safety. This means that you are responsible for preventing dangerous situations in classes, assisting swimmers in difficulty, and coming to the assistance of fellow staff members in the event of an emergency. Red Cross s always uphold the first Red Cross principle of humanity to prevent and alleviate human suffering wherever it may be found. It is inconsistent with this principle to deny assistance to anyone at anytime. It is your responsibility to ensure that you are physically and mentally prepared to deal with any emergencies that might arise during your class. Fitness training and emergency procedures should be a regular part of the in-service training for s. You should make sure your appropriate certifications are current. Representing the Canadian Red Cross Society Always remember that you are a representative of Canadian Red Cross. What you say reflects on The Canadian Red Cross Society and on the Red Cross and Red Crescent movements worldwide. In all cases, your comments and actions should reflect the Fundamental Principles of humanity, impartiality, neutrality, independence, voluntary services, unity, and universality. Role and Responsibilities of Water Safety Trainers Once you are certified as a Water Safety Trainer (WSIT), you will help AWSI and WSI candidates develop their skills and understand their role as a Red Cross volunteer. You will teach the candidates how to instruct others, coach them in improving their skills, and mentor them in developing as individuals and leaders while representing the Canadian Red Cross in a professional manner. Helping others better themselves is a rewarding activity. Helping candidates become competent instructors means that, ultimately, you will help hundreds of children, teens, and adults enjoy water activities and keep themselves and others safe. You will be the voice of the Canadian Red Cross; while training s to teach our programs, you will ensure that they understand Red Cross philosophies and principles. The Canadian Red Cross depends on you to build and maintain its credibility and share the enthusiasm that emerges when you affiliate yourself with the largest voluntary organization in the world. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 37 of 67
38 Standard for Leadership 6. Be flexible and adapt to the needs of each group. 7. Be able to positively motivate and influence a group. 8. Represent the Red Cross in a professional manner. Teaching Ability 1. Understand how people learn. 2. Effectively communicate information to a small group. 3. Accept and provide appropriate feedback. 4. Teach and evaluate swimmers/candidates according to performance criteria. 5. Ensure all swimmers/candidates are included in activities. 6. Ensure effective safety supervision throughout all lessons. Standards of Knowledge 1. Communicate the philosophy of the Canadian Red Cross and adhere to the knowledge identified in the AWSI, WSI and WSIT manuals. 2. Use resources effectively and maintain an up-to-date knowledge of current Red Cross Swim standards, policies, and procedures. 3. Use, demonstrate, and describe the injury prevention model. Standards for Teaching 1. Attend on time and be prepared for teaching Red Cross Swim lessons 2. Demonstrate a positive attitude. 3. Demonstrate knowledge of the individual approach to instructing. Personal Swimming and Water Safety Skills Be able to demonstrate at anytime all swimming and water safety skills that are required within the Red Cross Swim program according to the Canadian Red Cross performance criteria. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 38 of 67
39 Certification The Canadian Red Cross in accordance with the standards established by the Society must certify all Canadian Red Cross Assistant Water Safety s, Water Safety s and Water Safety Trainers by issuing a certification card, which must be signed by the holder. The certification of a Canadian Red Cross Assistant Water Safety, Water Safety or Water Safety Trainer is proof that all requirements have been met and that he/she is certified and eligible to offer Red Cross Swim courses to the public. The certification is valid for two years. Certification Transfers National Water Safety Development Programs and certifications are valid across Canada. It is not necessary to transfer certifications if you move, but you should update your contact information anytime you move. You will also need to familiarize yourself with the provincial/territorial legislations, so you are meeting workplace requirements. If you are a current Water Safety with the American Red Cross, you will need to attend a Water Safety Transfer course. Assistant Water Safety s and Water Safety s All AWSI and WSI (includes Splashback and Transfer candidates) Candidates, prior to enrolling in the certification training course, must meet all of the prerequisites and to complete must meet all the course completion requirements, teaching experience and evaluation criteria. All of the details for the courses are found in section All AWSI and WSI Candidates must meet the prerequisites and complete all the course completion requirements listed below: 1. Successful completion of the Canadian Red Cross AWSI/WSI course in accordance with the Canadian Red Cross evaluation criteria. 2. Teaching experience is required to gain experience and practise the teaching skills learned in the Assistant Water Safety /Water Safety s course. All required teaching experience is to be done with a current Canadian Red Cross Water Safety or Water Safety Trainer. The course Water Safety Trainer may designate a specific supervising WSI /WSIT for the Candidate s teaching experience. All teaching experience will be evaluated based on the criteria outlined in the applicable Teaching Experience (AWSI/WSI) form. 3. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Red Cross Swim standards and procedures relative to training including the process for certification, quality assurance, recertification, and issue management including the revocation of Canadian Red Cross AWSI/WSI status. Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 39 of 67
40 The Canadian Red Cross AWSI/WSI is certified for a two (2) year period unless the certification is revoked prior to the expiry of the certification period by the application of the Canadian Red Cross revocation policy for AWSI/WSI certifications. Water Safety Trainers All Water Safety Trainer Candidates, prior to enrolling in the Water Safety Trainer course, must meet the following prerequisites: 1. Hold a current Canadian Red Cross Water Safety certification 2. Have at least two years experience teaching as a Water Safety for Red Cross Swim programs 3. Be 18 years of age or older Once all the above listed prerequisites have been met, the WSIT Candidate must meet the following training requirements: 1. Successfully demonstrate all evaluation criteria. 2. Successfully complete post-course requirements, which will include an apprenticeship on an Assistant Water Safety and Water Safety course within two years of completing the Trainer Course. All teaching experience will be evaluated based on the criteria outlined on the Water Safety Trainer Apprenticeship Teaching Evaluation form (Appendix B, WSIT Manual). This form is also located on 3. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the Canadian Red Cross Program Standards and procedures relative to Red Cross Swim including the process for certification, recertification and revocation of Canadian Red Cross and Trainer status. Recertification The Canadian Red Cross certifies all Canadian Red Cross Assistant Water Safety s, Water Safety s/water Safety Trainers for a two-year period unless the certification is revoked prior to the expiry of the certification period by the application of the Canadian Red Cross Standards for Revocation of / Trainer certifications. The recertification process for Canadian Red Cross Water Safety / Trainers, which occurs every two years, is necessary for quality assurance in the instruction of Canadian Red Cross Swim Program. The recertification designation is proof that all requirements have been met and that the WSI /WSIT certification is recertified and the WSI/WSIT is eligible to provide instruction in the Canadian Red Cross Swim program to the public for an additional two-year period, unless the designation is otherwise Red Cross Swim Program Standards 2011 Page 40 of 67
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