Introduction:

Welcome to the launching pad for on-line training for Safe Swim Defense and Safety Afloat for adults leaders and parents. This course was designed to accomodate the growing demand for on-line training. Be mindful that this course is not intended as a replacement for the official training course, but provides an additional method of delivering this important information to new leaders.

Some things to be Aware of:

• The present version does not report back to the council or update your training records to indicate you have completed the training. To receive credit, you must print out the certificate at the conclusion of the course and deliver it to the Mall store. A reporting feature, similar to that of the Youth Protection training, may be added in a future version.
• The training requires you to have the current version of the Macromedia Flash plug-in. If you lack this plug-in, you will be directed to download it from Macromedia's Web site

Getting Started:
To begin, click on the link at the bottom of this page, or continue on to learn about the program. You may jump to the bottom by clicking HERE.

How Long Does It Take?
Give yourself adequate time to complete both courses, which take about 30 - 45 minutes apiece depending on your internet connection and reading speed. There are sound effects and brief speaking parts where speakers would be nice to have, but they are not required to complete the course.

What Does the Training Cover?
The training courses cover all of the necessary information to be certified in Safe Swim Defense and also Safey Afloat course. The training itself covers numerous interative activities and scenarios to respond to.



After I've Completed the Training, Then What?
Before you are finished with the course, you will be required to take a test to prove your knowlege. Once you have completed this test, you will see the following screen:



After you have filled in the blanks, click "Print Certificate" and a certificate showing that you have completed the course will be sent to your printer. This is your proof of taking the course. To receive credit, take the certificate to the Arnot Mall Scout Shop.

Begin Online Safe Swim Defense/Safety Afloat Training:
To begin your online Swim Defense/Safety Afloat Training, click HERE.