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Life Guard Training |
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"I have, kept a watchful eye on swimmers, offered parents' peace of mind and trained hard
to respond in a heartbeat." |
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| The purpose of the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is to teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. |
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| Course Length: 25 hours, 20 minutes |
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| Prerequisites |
300 yard swim (front crawl & breaststroke)
20 yard swim & brick retrieval from 7-10 ft water (timed)
Age 15 |
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| Certification Validity |
Lifeguarding/First Aid 3 years
CPR & AED 2 years |
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| Water Skills |
Slide in Entry
Simple Assist
Reaching Assist and Throwing Assist with Equipment
Passive Submerged Victim Shallow Water |
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| First Aid Skills |
Secondary Assessment
Applying an Anatomic Splint
Applying a Soft Splint
Using a Backboard for a Standing Victim on Land |
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| Additional Training |
Administering Emergency Oxygen
Airway Management
Bloodborne Pathogens
Epinephrine auto injector
Assisting with inhaler |
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| Course Fee |
$225.00 (Includes Manuals & Certifications) |
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