Lifeguard Certification Training

Service Description

The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding 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. Prerequisites: 1. Must be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of this course. 2. Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl (freestyle), breaststroke or a combination of both, but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used. 3. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits. 4. Complete timed Brick Dive within 1 minute, 30 seconds Certification Requirements: Attend and participate in all class sessions. Demonstrate competency in all required skills and activities. Demonstrate competency in all required final rescue skill scenarios. Pass both the Section 1-CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid and Section 2-Lifeguarding Skills final written exams with a minimum grade of 80 percent. Certificate Issued and Validity Period: Certificates will be emailed within 4 weeks of course completion, the Lifeguarding certification will be valid for two years while the CPR for Lifeguarding will be valid for one year. Course Materials: The American Red Cross Lifeguarding Manual will be provided during class but not issued. A free digital copy of the book will be sent to participants. Note: Once classes have started there will be no refunds given. CLICK on the BOOK NOW button to register! Thanks you and see you poolside!