Training Information
So you want to be a lifeguard? How about re-certification? We can take care of all your certification needs.
All employees must hold two valid certifications from approved certifying agencies: Lifeguarding and CPRPro (CPR for the Professional Rescuer). If you are already certified, all you need to do is fill out an application on this website. If you are not yet certified, we offer a combined Lifeguarding/CPR courses as well as CPR-Only courses, however you do not have to be certified through us.
Accepted Agencies
We will accept American Red Cross Lifeguarding and CPRPro (this is probably not the CPR course taught in your health class), YMCA Lifeguarding and CPRPro, Starguard Lifeguarding Course (with CPR), and American Heart Association CPR for the Healthcare Provider (not Heartsaver).
We are unable to accept Ellis and Associates certificates unless you have your certificate validated for universal usage (for use outside of a waterpark). This must be done through Ellis and Associates.
Our Courses
If you have never been certified, schedule yourself for a full lifeguarding class using the calendar below. If you are still current in your Lifeguarding certification, you can sign up for a CPR-Only class.
Lifeguard Training (Includes CPR)
This class is designed for the first year lifeguard or a guard that has let his lifeguarding certification expire. After successful completion of this course, you will be certified in Lifeguarding and CPR for the Professional Rescuer.
CPRPro (CPR for The Professional Rescuer)
This class is designed for currently certified lifeguards that need to be recertified in adult, child and infant CPR. Please keep in mind that a CPRO certification is only good for 1 year. After successful completion of this course, you will be certified in CPR for the Professional Rescuer only, so make sure you are also currently certified in Lifeguarding.
Lifeguard Challenge Class
This class is only for current lifeguards that need to be recertified in lifeguard training. As per new American Red Cross standards, in order to take this challenge course, you must have been previously certified by the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding and either have a current certification or have an expired certification that is no more than 12 months expired. Proof of certification is required before enrollment. Upon successful completion of this course, you will be certified in Lifeguarding and CPR for the Professional Rescuer. This is not a regularly scheduled course. To schedule a challenge class, please contact the office.
WSI (Water Safety Instructor)
This class is for individuals looking to expand their knowledge of swimming instructions. This course is not regularly available.
CPO (Certified Pool Operator)
Increase your knowledge on pool chemistry, pool pumps and filters, pool calculations and much more. This class is designed to assist all pool managers to run their facility better. This course is not regularly available.