PREREQUISITES
ONLINE PORTION
All registered students will receive the online portion to their email. Candidates must provide proof of their completion page to the Instructor upon arrival. Please allow at least 7 hours to complete all sections of the online portion.
SWIM TESTS
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Continuous swim for 300 yards nonstop
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Tread water without hands for 2 min
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Retrieve a 10lbs brick from 7ft in 2:40
TRAINING
Upon passing the prerequisites, students will spend two days training all the skills seen in the videos. By the end of the course, lifeguards must be able to show competency in CPR/AED, First Aid, and all the rescue skills in shallow and deep water. Every student will receive a CPR mask to effectively practice on manikins. Additional videos will be shown during class and a paper test will be administered. Students will be expected to train to the standard but meet the objective.
CERTIFICATION
Candidates will earn their lifeguard certifications after passing their final scenarios and maintaining a professional attitude throughout the duration of the course. This certificate includes CPR/AED and First Aid training. Certifications are valid for two years and then must attend a one day recertification class to stay current. Lifeguards will receive their certifications by email no more than 48 hours after class.