CPR/AED/First Aid
Gain certification to respond to emergencies involving victims of any age (pediatric: ages birth - 12 years, and adults: ages 12+). The American Red Cross curriculum is research-based, preparing you for first aid emergencies (burns, scrapes, sudden illness, cuts, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies) and breathing and cardiac emergencies. The price of this course includes Red Cross registration fees.
Certification valid: 2 years
Lifeguard Training
Become employable as a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard. Learn through classroom instruction and hands-on experience in the water and on land how to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies including breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses. This course includes a CPR/AED/First Aid component which does not need to be taken separately. The price of this course includes Red Cross registration fees.
Prerequisites:
Minimum age: 15 years
Swim 300 yards continuously
Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs
Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds by starting in the water; swimming 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object; return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point; exit the water without using steps or a ladder
Certification valid: 2 years
Lifeguard Training Review
Every 2 years, lifeguards must renew their certification. This course serves as an abbreviated refresher on information and hands-on skill in the water and on land. Participants must have current certification to participate in the review course. The price of this course includes Red Cross registration fees.
Certification valid: 2 years
CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
Certified Lifeguards in New York are required to complete this course one year after their initial certification. Professional-level rescuers will gain updated training to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies until more advanced medical personnel take over. The price of this course includes Red Cross registration fees.
CPR/ AED For Professional Rescuers Review
Certified Lifeguards in New York are required to complete this course one year after their renewed certification. Professional-level rescuers will gain updated training to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies until more advanced medical personnel take over. The price of this course includes Red Cross registration fees.
Safety Training for Swim Coaches
This course helps to fulfill the Coaches Safety Education requirement for USA Swimming and Y USA with a 2 year certification. This course includes both an online portion and an in-water skills session.
Prerequisites:
Must be at least 15 years of age by the end of the course
Must be comfortable in chest-deep water
The Safety Training for Swim Coaches course offers up-to-date content on safe sport policies, emergency planning and first aid, including:
Maintaining a comfortable and safe environment for swimmers
Preventing accidents and emergencies
Responding to ill or injured swimmers in water or on land
