Lifeguard Recertification

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Course description

The Lifeguarding Recertification Course is designed for those who are currently certified lifeguards with valid certification in Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED or those who have not expired by more than 30 days. It allows these individuals to demonstrate that they are still proficient and up-to-date in their skills and knowledge as a Certified Lifeguard of the Red Cross of America.

Candidates will complete a new set of the Red Cross online course work (accessible here) and attend 1 in-class session to demonstrate practical skills and techniques both in and out of the water.

The Lifeguarding Recertification Course is meant to refresh and rectify current lifeguards who know the skills and procedures associated with the current lifeguarding certification, not to re-teach.

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 1-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: 

  • Complete the required online course before the first day of class. To access the online portion, go here.
  • 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%.

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. **

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Tools to be successful

WHAT TO BRING

  • Printed copy of completed online course certification
  • Printed copy of valid Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED Certification (or expired less than 30 days)
  • A swimsuit
  • Water
  • Towels
  • Sunscreen
  • Comfortable warm clothes
  • Lunch or lunch money
  • Resuscitation Mask (available for purchase onsite)

Course Resources:

Please note that transportation may be required between pool and classroom locations. If you are unable to drive yourself, your instructor will help coordinate transportation. Your instructor will be able to give you time frames for when transportation is required based on the pacing of the class.

COURSE TRANSFER / CANCELLATION FEE

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Register for a Class Near You:

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