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American Red Cross Lifeguard Course- Blended Learning 


Blended learning courses combine e-learning with in person skills sessions where you will practice skills and demonstrate competency. Please plan to complete all 7 hours of the e-learning modules, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid final e-learning exam at least one day prior to your first in-person session. 
 
Points to know:
-Please plan on getting in the water both days!
-You must complete the online portion prior to the in person sessions.
-Please arrive with the following:
     -your proof of e-learning completion
     -swim suit
     -towels
     -lunch/snacks
     -a refillable water bottle
-COVID protocols and safety measures have been put in place and will be strictly followed during this two day course.

You can access the lifeguard training manual using the following link:
Lifeguard Manual

Access the eLearning content using the following link:
Blended Learning Modules 


American Red Cross Lifeguard Re-certification
This lifeguard re-certification option is for currently certified (or expired within the last 30 days) lifeguards to practice and review their skills including water rescues, CPR/AED and first aid. This one day session will be a refresher and include a blended learning (online) segment prior to the in person training. Please plan to have completed the online skills at least one day prior to the schedule skills session. 
Points to know:
-Please plan on getting in the water!
-You must complete the online portion prior to the in person session
-Please arrive with the following:
     -your proof of e-learning completion
     -swim suit
     -towels
     -lunch/snacks
     -a refillable water bottle
-COVID protocols and safety measures have been put in place and will be strictly followed

 
You can access the lifeguard training manual using the following link: Lifeguard Manual
Access the eLearning content using the following link: Blended Learning Modules

If you have questions, please contact the instructor, Casey Murphy at

cmparent187@gmail.com
 


These jobs are in high demand! Plus, American Red Cross certification is recognized nationwide so you can work anywhere in the U.S.

Blended Learning Format
PLEASE read the class descriptions before registering for either of these courses. There is an AT-HOME component to these courses that is REQUIRED to be COMPLETED BEFORE the in-person course begins. You will bring proof of the E-learning component to the first class. Once you register, the instructor, Casey Murphy, will reach out to you, via email, with more details.

* Adjustments and discounts will be applied during checkout if applicable. *

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