What is Bronze Medallion Award?

The Bronze Medallion develops a basic level of proficiency in knowledge, judgement, and practical ability in recognition of the ability to perform aquatic rescue in a safe and efficient manner. It’s perfect for those wanting to learn how to handle water emergencies.

The course covers key techniques like performing rescues, using life-saving tools, and giving CPR. It’s ideal for anyone aged 14 and up and provides a solid foundation for lifeguard training. The award is widely recognised and demonstrates the ability to save lives in a variety of aquatic situations.

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Get Certified

Upon passing the final assessment, you will be awarded the internationally recognised Bronze Medallion Award, certifying your ability to perform rescues in a variety of aquatic settings. Whether you’re a swimmer looking to advance your skills or considering a career in water safety, this course will equip you with the expertise needed to save lives.

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Course Scope

  • Working knowledge of water safety, survival in water, rescue principles and emergency aftercare.

  • Perform land-based rescue and water-based rescue.

  • Demonstrate Rescue Fitness within a period of 3 minutes 15 seconds.

  • Perform contact tow rescue of an uncooperative casualty and provide aftercare.

  • Rescue of a submerged casualty within 1 minute 15 seconds and perform CPR.

  • Swim 400 meters continuously in at least three recognised strokes.

What You’ll Learn

Water Safety Knowledge: Gain vital water survival skills and knowledge of dangerous conditions.

Rescue Techniques: Learn how to perform safe, effective rescues in aquatic emergencies.

CPR and First Aid: Become proficient in essential life-support skills, including CPR, for critical response.

Fitness and Endurance: Build the stamina needed for real-world water rescues.

Why Take This Course?

Designed for those aged 14 and up, this course not only enhances your swimming abilities but also instils confidence to handle emergency situations. This course emphasises swimming fitness and rescue techniques with time limit. Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) training is introduced as an essential skill to revive unconscious casualty that is not breathing.

After you had achieved Lifesaving 123 Award, this Bronze Medallion Course is the next goal to becoming a qualified lifeguard. It is a foundational step towards being an actual swimming pool lifeguard and opens the door to exciting job opportunities in water safety and being a swimming instructor.

Next Intake

BM & CPR Course

Practical Lessons:
Sunday 12:15pm
Tuesday 7:00pm

Start Date:
Select your preferred start date on a Sunday or Tuesday

Venue:
Bukit Canberra or Yishun Swimming Complex

Duration of each session:
1hr – 1.5hr

Course Fee:
$640 per pax

Note:

  • Student to complete the course within 4 months, with up to 16 sessions available.
  • You have the flexibility to attend sessions on either or both days.

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Prerequisite

  • 14 years old onwards
  • Must attain Lifesaving 3 Award

  • Able to swim Freestyle 100m

  • Able to swim Breaststroke 100m

  • Able to swim more than 2 mins

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    Course Schedules

    Course Option A:

    Flexible Class

    Lessons:
    Sunday 12:15pm
    Tuesday 7:00pm

    Duration of each session:
    1 – 1.5hrs

    Location:
    Bukit Canberra/Yishun Swimming Complex

    Fee:
    $640 per pax

    Note:
    – Student to complete the course within 4 months, with up to 16 sessions available.
    – You have the flexibility to attend sessions on either or both days.

    Course Option B:

    Mixed Weekdays & Weekends

    Theory (Zoom):
    Date:
    15 & 22 August, 5 September
    Time: 9.30pm

    Practical:

    Location:
    Yio Chu Kang Swimming Complex

    Time:
    7:00pm – 9:00pm

    Date:
    17, 24, 31 August
    14, 21, 28 September

    Exam Date:
    CPR:     7 September
    BM:     5 October

    Course Fee:
    $600 per pax