This course provides training to individuals who hold current lifeguard certifications from other approved lifeguard training agencies. This is a modified course that acknowledges current lifeguard experience and provides participants with the education to become a certified YMCA Lifeguard. In addition, participants will also recertify their CPR Pro, First Aid and Emergency Oxygen certifications. Approved lifeguard training agencies are American Red Cross, Boy Scouts of America, Canadian Red Cross, International Lifeguard Training Program Ellis & Associates, Lifesaving Society Canada, National Aquatic Safety Company (NASCO) and Starfish Aquatics Institute. Students must pass the physical skills test prior to the class and must be 16 years of age by the last day of the scheduled class.
Pre-Assignments: Complete the ASHI lessons prior to the class. The lesson content is approximately five hours in length. The class trainer will send you an e-mail with more information and a link to the lessons. Bring the certificates of completion to class. Complete the Lifeguard eLearning courses from LCDC per your Instructor's direction. Licenses Granted First Aid Oxygen CPR PRO AED Items to Bring to Training Proof of lifeguard certification from an approved agency eLearning completion certificates for ASHI Swim Suit Towel Extra change of clothes Sunscreen Lunch/Snacks Hip pack with mask and gloves and whistle
All participants must also register for this course through the YMCA Exchange Learning and Career Development Center (LCDC) before the first day of class. Click here to register.