American Red Cross Lifeguarding
Blended Learning Certification Course
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Our course fee ($200) is significantly lower than competitors to help us recruit great local talent!
The Deal: If you are hired at Hillcrest Swim Club (age 16+) after successfully completing this course, we will reimburse your full course fee in your paychecks over the summer!
Can You Pass the Test?
To qualify for this course, you must be 15 years old and pass the following swim tests on Day 1:
- Swim-Tread-Swim: Swim 150 yards (freestyle/breaststroke), tread water for 2 minutes (legs only), then swim another 50 yards.
- Timed Event (1min 40sec): Swim 20 yards, dive 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10lb brick, and swim back on your back holding the brick with both hands.
- Exit Water: Climb out of the pool without using a ladder or steps.
IMPORTANT: If you fail these prerequisites on the first day, your course fee WILL NOT be refunded. Please practice beforehand!
Course Format
This is a Blended Learning course. You will complete online modules at home before attending the in-person water skills sessions.
Sample Schedule (Example)
Fri Night: Online Course Modules
Saturday: 7:00am – 5:00pm (Pool Skills)
Sunday: 7:00am – 5:00pm (Pool Skills)
Certification Included:
Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR & AED.
Valid for 2 Years.
Lifeguarding, First Aid, CPR & AED.
Valid for 2 Years.