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The Shames JCC offers American Red Cross classes throughout the year. Classes include Lifeguard Certification (and renewal) and Water Safety Instruction (WSI). See below for details and current schedule.
Lifeguards: keep your certification up-to-date by taking this one-day program. This program offers a choice of Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED courses to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience.
May
Become a certified lifeguard* by taking our American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification course. This job is perfect for high school students, college students, part-time workers who enjoy the flexibility and a work/life balance, and even retirees! If you love to swim, community, and want to work in a welcoming and exciting atmosphere, this is the perfect opportunity!
Class Overview The primary 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 professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. This program offers a choice of Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED courses to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience.
Members: $450; Nonmembers: $475
For Ages 16+
The WSI course trains instructor candidates to teach courses and presentations in the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety program including Parent & Child Aquatics, Preschool Aquatics, Learn-to-Swim, Adult Swim, Private Lessons, Water Safety Courses (such as Basic Water Rescue, Safety Training for Swim Coaches, Personal Safety).
*Lifeguard Certification Prerequisites:
CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS