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Lifeguard Training & Certification
Lifeguarding
At the Y, we see lifeguarding as a valuable life-saving skill and the beginnings of a potential career. We offer beginning lifeguarding courses and make sure we offer certified instructors the most up-to-date information and certifications.
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Lifeguard Training (Ages 15+)
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 provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses, until Emergency Medical Services (EMS) personnel take over.
We offer students the opportunity to participate in a blended learning experience that uses both online training as well as hands on training and testing.
Online Portion:
Online coursework will be sent to you when you register and must be completed before the date of the classroom portion (listed below).
Classroom Portion (come prepared to be in the water):
September 7
September 7
9am - 12pm at the LHS Pool
September 8
9am - 12pm at the Cass County Family YMCA
Prerequisites:
Candidate must be able to pass a swim test consisting of:
The swim test will take place on the first day of the classroom portion.
Fee:
$150
$150
Incentive: Work for the Cass County Family YMCA for one (1) year at least 8 hours each month and receive a 50% reimbursement of your Lifeguard Certification Fee.
