Job requirements Instructor, Swimming - Recreation in Canada
Find out what you typically need to work as an instructor, swimming - recreation in Canada. These requirements are applicable to all Program leaders and instructors in recreation, sport and fitness (NOC 54100).
Employment requirements
This is what you typically need for the job.
- Completion of secondary school is usually required.
- Completion of a college program in recreation or physical education or extensive experience in a specific recreational or sports program activity is usually required.
- Certification is usually required in a specific area of recreational, sports or fitness activity, such as ski instructor or personal trainer, or in first aid or emergency care.
- Demonstrated ability in a particular recreational, sports or fitness discipline is required.
- Fitness appraiser certification may be required for fitness appraisers.
Professional certification and licensing
You might need to get a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working. Find out if this occupation is regulated and contact the regulatory authority to learn about the certification process.
Manitoba
Job title
Lifeguard & Assistant Life Guard
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Manitoba Health - Public Health, Government of Manitoba
Saskatchewan
Job title
Lifeguard
Regulated
Regulatory body:
Lifesaving society
Do you want to work in another province or territory?
If you are already certified to work in a regulated occupation in your province or territory, it will be easier for you to have your certification recognized in another province or territory. See the Workers Mobility's website to learn more.
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