Lifeguard Certification

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Course description

This Lifeguard Certification Course requires participants to complete an online blended learning course as well as 2 days of onsite classroom and in-water training. By registering for either day you are automatically enrolled in both days, so please register for only one date.

This Lifeguard Certification Course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over.

Our courses are designed and taught by industry-leading professionals who are motivated and passionate to help prepare you for a variety of scenarios you may be faced with in, on, and around the water.

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Prerequisites

Lifeguard Certification Prerequisites: 

  • Participants must be 15 years old
  • Participants must complete the required online course before attending the registered 2-day course.
  • Pass the following swim test on the day of class:
  1. 300-yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke
  2. 2-minute tread using legs only
  3. Retrieve a 10-lb dive weight from 7 ft deep, surface and swim 20 yds with the weight, using legs only and exit the pool without using a ladder

Lifeguard Certification Requirements: 

  • Online course completion: To access the online portion, go here.
    • You will need to create an account and set up a password. This course will normally take between 8-12 hours to complete.
    • **If you have any issues registering for the course, please contact the American Red Cross directly at 1-800-733-2767. We do not have access to your American Red Cross account. **
  • Attend and participate in all class sessions and activities.
  • Demonstrate competency in all required skills.
  • Pass the final skills scenarios.
  • Successfully pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80%.

Tools to be successful

Online course completion: To access the online portion, go here.

  • You will need to create an account and set up a password. This course will normally take between 8-12 hours to complete.
  • **If you have any issues registering for the course, please contact the American Red Cross directly at 1-800-733-2767. We do not have access to your American Red Cross account. **

Course Resources:

Lifeguarding Manual:  Course Manual

WHAT TO BRING

  • Printed copy of completed online course certification
  • A swimsuit
  • Water
  • Towels
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable warm clothes
  • Lunch or lunch money
  • Resuscitation Mask (available for purchase onsite)

Certificate Issued:

American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED

COURSE TRANSFER / CANCELLATION FEE

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