Our Training and Skills Development Programs
Igniting people's potential is in the YMCA's DNA. And that can take many forms, such as honing your professional skills, or completing a certification for fun or to broaden your employment prospects. Among others, we offer a wide range of aquatic, first-aid, fitness accredited certifications and diplomas. All of this training is offered in our caring and safe environment. Moreover, the schedule can be easily adapted to fit with your active lifestyle.
CPR/AED - Level B
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
This Cardiopulmonary resuscitation - Level B training allows you to be able to…
12 years old and over From 23 to Oct 23 2026 Starting at $66.00Emergency First Aid
- Du Parc YMCA
CPR techniques for adult and child, including use of the AED + First Aid (2…
12 years old and over From Sep 26 to Dec 19 2026 Starting at $87.00Bronze Star
- Cartierville YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
Introduction to lifesaving skills, offered to children aged between 11 and 13…
From 9 to 17 years old From Sep 20 to Dec 13 2026 Starting at $120.00CPR/AED - Level C
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Du Parc YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Cartierville YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
This Cardiopulmonary resuscitation - Level C training allows you to be able to…
12 years old and over From Sep 10 to Dec 19 2026 Starting at $80.00Standard First Aid/AED Recertification
- Du Parc YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
The Standard First Aid/AED recertification is exclusively intended for people…
12 years old and over From Sep 19 to Nov 28 2026 Starting at $70.00CPR and first aid
Standard First Aid
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Du Parc YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
This course covers general emergency first aid principles and emergency…
12 years old and over From Sep 5 to Dec 20 2026 Starting at $99.00National Lifeguard Recertification
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
The National Lifeguard recertification exam is your opportunity to demonstrate…
12 years old and over From Sep 18 to Dec 20 2026 Starting at $121.00CPR/AED - Level A
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
This Cardiopulmonary resuscitation - Level A training allows you to be able to…
12 years old and over From Sep 16 to Dec 16 2026 Starting at $56.00Bronze Medallion and Cross combined
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Westmount YMCA
The combined course is primarily designed for candidate who bring prior…
12 years old and over From Sep 20 to Dec 30 2026 Starting at $380.00Bronze Medallion
- Du Parc YMCA
- Cartierville YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
Certification enabling to work as an assistant lifeguard in a public pool as of…
13 years old and over From Sep 14 2026 to Jan 3 2027 Starting at $225.00National Lifeguard
- Saint-Roch YMCA (Québec)
- Cartierville YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
Certification enabling individuals aged 17 and up to work as a lifeguard at a…
12 years old and over From Sep 14 2026 to Jan 2 2027 Starting at $320.00Bronze Cross
- Du Parc YMCA
- Cartierville YMCA
- Notre-Dame-de-Grâce YMCA
- Westmount YMCA
Certification enabling to work as an assistant lifeguard in a public pool as of…
13 years old and over From Sep 13 2026 to Jan 3 2027 Starting at $235.00Fitness Certifications
Are you interested in becoming a fitness course instructor, private trainer, or aquatic fitness instructor? The YMCA was the first Canadian organization to offer fitness instructor certifications. Today, it still offers most comprehensive training on the market, which is recognized throughout Canada and includes a choice of specializations based on your interests.
Lifeguard
Are you 15 years of age or older and would like to work as a lifeguard or assistant lifeguard in a pool or other aquatic facility? The YMCA's Lifeguard Certification is a practical and accredited training offering the perfect opportunity to have a positive impact in your community while doing valuable work.
