Lifeguard 

The responsibilities of knowing how to rescue a person as well as performing CPR or First Aid makes this a very important job. The lifeguard course teaches rescue techniques. You must already be a strong swimmer. Participants successfully completeing this course will be nationally reconized American Red Cross Lifeguards; Lifeguard Training and First Aid certifications are valid for 3 years. CPR/AED for Lifeguards certification is valid for 1 year. If you're 15 or older and looking for a great summer job or challenging career that's in demand, the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program is the best place to start. Life guarding lets you work as part of a team to help people safely enjoy the water. You could even save a life!

Learning is fun and easy! Through videos, group discussion and hands-on practice, you'll learn:

Rescue Skills for use in the water and on land

First aid and professional rescuer CPR/AED training to help you prepare for an emergency

Professional lifeguard responsibilities

Surveillance skills to help you reconize and prevent injuries

 GuardStart: Lifeguarding Tomorrow*

If you're between the 11 and 14 years old and have always wanted to be a lifeguard, now is the time to take the first step. Get a jump start on securing a future job as a lifeguard by completing the Red Cross Guardstart: Lifeguarding Tomorrow course! Learn what it takes to be a great lifeguard. The experience you gain through GuardStart will help you get ready to take Lifeguarding.

GuardStart focuses on five key areas:

Prevention of aquatic accidents

Fitness and swimming skills

Response in aan emergency

Leadership skills

Professionalism

Other Course's

Waterfront Lifeguarding

Waterpark Lifeguarding

Shallow Water Attendant

Above Course's will be offered when at least Eight Participants are available.