Swiftwater Safety Rescue Awareness

Course Overview

Learn how rivers move, what gear you need, and how to stay safe around moving water — your first step toward full Swiftwater Rescue certification.

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Course Details

Price:

$100

This online awareness course is the first step in your safety and rescue training. This comprehensive course covers topics of how the river works, basic equipment needs, safety and rescue applications and more.It consists of 13 modules, mini quizzes, videos, and a final exam. Once complete you will receive your Awareness Certificate of Completion. This is a self-paced online course that takes up to 4 hrs to complete and is the prerequisite for the Swiftwater Safety Rescue Courses.

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Join the thousands of Canadians who've trained with Rescue Canada to protect lives and build stronger teams. Enroll today and take the first step toward your next certification.

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