This course trains instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Shallow Water Lifeguard, Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, Waterfront Skills, Waterpark Skills, First Aid, CPR/AED, and more.
Course Schedule
Friday December 6th: 5:00pm-9:00pm
Saturday December 7th: 9:00am-6:00pm
Sunday December 8th: 9:00am-6:00pm
Attendance required for all days of class
Prerequisites
- Minimum age 17 years
- Current Red Cross lifeguard certification
- Proficiency in all Red Cross skills (water rescues, CPR, first aid, etc.)
- Participation in a precourse skills evaluation
- Online learning provided 2 weeks before first day of class (about 2-3hrs in length)
Course Assignments
- 2 practice teaching assignments for each candidate
- Participation in all course activities and assignments
- Fulfillment of role as lifeguard class "participant" during practice teach assignment conducted by other candidates
- Final written exam
For additional questions, reach out to Allison Dupree | adupree@ymcachattanooga.org | 423-877-3517