Lifeguard & Pool Operator Certification
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD AND CPR/AED FOR THE PROFESSIONAL RESCUER
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course provides entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. SPCC adopted the Red Cross blended learning format which combines online learning with in-person skills training. Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED certifications that are valid for 2 years. All participants must be at least 15 years old by the last date of the course, attend all training sessions, perform all skills with 100% accuracy, and pass a written test with a score of at least 80%. By registering for an aquatics class, you certify that you have read, understood, and agreed to our registration policies and waivers.
Refunds are not given unless a session is cancelled. Credits for medical conditions are considered and are only valid 6 months from the issue date. Individual classes cancelled due to inclement weather or pool maintenance/repair will be rescheduled. Please note:
Students must successfully complete a pre-course screening which includes:
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course provides entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies. SPCC adopted the Red Cross blended learning format which combines online learning with in-person skills training. Upon successful completion of the course, participants receive American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED certifications that are valid for 2 years. All participants must be at least 15 years old by the last date of the course, attend all training sessions, perform all skills with 100% accuracy, and pass a written test with a score of at least 80%. By registering for an aquatics class, you certify that you have read, understood, and agreed to our registration policies and waivers.
Refunds are not given unless a session is cancelled. Credits for medical conditions are considered and are only valid 6 months from the issue date. Individual classes cancelled due to inclement weather or pool maintenance/repair will be rescheduled. Please note:
Students must successfully complete a pre-course screening which includes:
- Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. Swim goggles may be used.
- Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs.
- Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
- Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (Swim goggles are not allowed)
- Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, and retrieve a 10-pound object.
- Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on back with both hands, holding the object at or near the surface.
- Exit the water without using ladder or steps
A nonrefundable deposit of $165.00 is due upon registration. Students should bring the balance due with them to the first day of class along with proof of age.
Please reach out to Carolyn at channa@spcommunitycenter.org if you have any questions about the class and registration.
Cost: $330 (includes access to an American Red Cross textbook, and CPR Adult/Infant Pocket Mask)
Sessions:
Please reach out to Carolyn at channa@spcommunitycenter.org if you have any questions about the class and registration.
Cost: $330 (includes access to an American Red Cross textbook, and CPR Adult/Infant Pocket Mask)
Sessions:
Summer:
Dates:
Saturday, August 19 (9:00-5:00) & Sunday, August 20 (1:00-5:00)
Dates:
Saturday, August 19 (9:00-5:00) & Sunday, August 20 (1:00-5:00)
Fall:
Dates:
Saturday, November 11 (9:00-5:00) & Sunday, November 12 (1:00-5:00)
Saturday, December 16 (9:00-5:00) & Sunday, December 17 (1:00-5:00)
Saturday, November 11 (9:00-5:00) & Sunday, November 12 (1:00-5:00)
Saturday, December 16 (9:00-5:00) & Sunday, December 17 (1:00-5:00)
AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD AND CPR/AED REVIEW AND RECERTIFICATION
The purpose of this review course is to give currently certified American Red Cross Lifeguards the opportunity to review course content within a formal course setting. The review course optimizes the participant's ability to successfully complete the knowledge and skill evaluations. SPCC adopted the Red Cross blended learning format which incorporates online classwork with in-person skills training. Upon successful completion, candidates renew their American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification for 2 years.
Please reach out to Carolyn at channa@spcommunitycenter.org if you have any questions about the class and registration.
Lifeguard recertification can be achieved with Lifeguarding Review classes that refresh your knowledge and skills and update your certification for another two years. To participate in the Lifeguard Review class you must have a current lifeguard certification, or certification expired by no more than 30 days.
Cost: $195 (includes access to an American Red Cross textbook.)
Sessions:
The purpose of this review course is to give currently certified American Red Cross Lifeguards the opportunity to review course content within a formal course setting. The review course optimizes the participant's ability to successfully complete the knowledge and skill evaluations. SPCC adopted the Red Cross blended learning format which incorporates online classwork with in-person skills training. Upon successful completion, candidates renew their American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification for 2 years.
Please reach out to Carolyn at channa@spcommunitycenter.org if you have any questions about the class and registration.
Lifeguard recertification can be achieved with Lifeguarding Review classes that refresh your knowledge and skills and update your certification for another two years. To participate in the Lifeguard Review class you must have a current lifeguard certification, or certification expired by no more than 30 days.
Cost: $195 (includes access to an American Red Cross textbook.)
Sessions:
Fall:
Dates:
Dates:
- Saturday, November 25 (9:00-5:00pm)
- Saturday, December 16 (9:00-5:00pm) & Sunday, December 17 (1:00-5:00)
- Saturday, December 30 (9:00-5:00pm)
POOL OPERATOR CERTIFICATION (14 hours)
This is a 14-hour course that teaches the basics of swimming pool management, water chemistry, disinfection, filtration, and circulation. Certification is good for 3 years.
Cost: $170
This is a 14-hour course that teaches the basics of swimming pool management, water chemistry, disinfection, filtration, and circulation. Certification is good for 3 years.
Cost: $170
Summer:
Session 2:
August 1: 4:00-9:00pm
August 2: 4:00-9:00pm
August 3: 4:00-8:00pm
Session 2:
August 1: 4:00-9:00pm
August 2: 4:00-9:00pm
August 3: 4:00-8:00pm
Fall:
Dates:
- Saturday, November 4 (9:00-5:00pm) & Sunday, November 5 (12:00-6:00pm)
- Wednesday, December 27 (9:00-1:00pm) & Thursday, December 28 (9:00-1:00pm)
POOL OPERATOR REVIEW COURSE (4 hours)
This is a four-hour review course of the original course, along with the presentation of new or updated policies and procedures.
Cost: $112
Sessions:
This is a four-hour review course of the original course, along with the presentation of new or updated policies and procedures.
Cost: $112
Sessions:
Summer:
Session 3:
August 9: 8:00-12:00pm
Session 3:
August 9: 8:00-12:00pm
Fall:
Dates:
- Saturday, October 28 (9:00-1:00pm)
- Friday, December 29 (9:00-1:00pm)
LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION
All new Lifeguard Instructor course trains instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, Waterfront Skills, Waterpark Skills, First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, Administering Emergency Oxygen and Bloodborne Pathogens.
This course prepares instructor candidates to use course and presentation materials, conduct training sessions and evaluate the progress of candidates in a professional-level course. If you are interested in taking the lifeguard instructor certification course, please contact Carolyn Hanna at channa@spcommunitycenter.org.
Fee: $350
Dates and Times: TBD
Note: All Participants must
• Be at least 17 years old
• Possess a current Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
• Pass two rescue skill scenarios that test lifeguarding and CPR (on the first day of class)
All new Lifeguard Instructor course trains instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, Waterfront Skills, Waterpark Skills, First Aid, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers, Administering Emergency Oxygen and Bloodborne Pathogens.
This course prepares instructor candidates to use course and presentation materials, conduct training sessions and evaluate the progress of candidates in a professional-level course. If you are interested in taking the lifeguard instructor certification course, please contact Carolyn Hanna at channa@spcommunitycenter.org.
Fee: $350
Dates and Times: TBD
Note: All Participants must
• Be at least 17 years old
• Possess a current Red Cross certification in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
• Pass two rescue skill scenarios that test lifeguarding and CPR (on the first day of class)