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Lifeguard Certification Course

Pre-test 4/21: 9-10am

Course runs 4/22-23 and 4/24-25: 9am-5pm


The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course provides entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. 

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*Course does not include Waterfront Skills. Certification: Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED for 2 years. Prerequisites required, see website for full details.


Course Fee: $250.00. Scholarship opportunities are available.

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Potential employment opportunities upon successful completion of the course.


Additional Course Offerings:

MAY: Pre-test 5/18 3-4pm; Course runs 5/19-23: 8am-2pm

JUNE: Pre-test 6/13 6-7pm; Course runs 6/14-15 and 6/21-22: 9am-5pm

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