Lifeguard Training Courses

If you’re 15 or older and looking for a great summer job or a challenging career, American Red Cross Lifeguarding is the best place to start. Choose from 4 stand-alone courses that will prepare you to work in specific aquatic environments:
· Lifeguarding (for traditional pools)
· Waterfront Lifeguarding
· Waterpark Lifeguarding
· Shallow Water Attendant

These courses help you develop skills and experience valued by colleges and future employers. You’ll develop new skills and learn how to deal effectively with people, fostering a “take charge” attitude. You’ll also get a participant’s manual and tips for securing a lifeguarding job.

Classroom learning and hands-on practice build key skills:
· Surveillance skills to help you recognize and prevent injuries
· Rescue skills in the water and on land
· First aid training and professional rescuer CPR to help you prepare for any emergency
· Professional lifeguard responsibilities, like interacting with the public and addressing uncooperative patrons  
Length: 31-1/2 - 38 hours.


Sandwich Community School
375 Quakermeetinghouse Rd.
East Sandwich, MA 02537
(508) 888-5300
contact: Donna

Waterfront Lifeguarding, CPR for Lifeguards & Review classes. Contact the Community school for registration & schedules.



YMCA Cape Cod
2245 Route 132
P.O. Box 188
West Barnstable, MA 02668
Phone: (508) 362-6500
contact: info@ymcacapecod.org
Contact the YMCA for registration and course schedules.



Cape Cod Sea Camps
P.O. Box 1880
Brewster, Ma 02631
(508) 896-3451
Contact: info@capecodseacamps.com
Courses offered starting in mid-June: Waterfront Lifeguarding, Waterfront LG Challenge, CPR for Lifeguards Challenge. Click the links above for registration & pricing information.


Martha's Vineyard YMCA
111R Edgartown/Vineyard Haven Rd.
Vineyard Haven, MA 02568
Phone: (508) 696-7171 Ext. 120
Contact: jvillegas@ymcamv.org
Class dates: December 3-5 & 10-12, 2010. Contact the YMCA for registration information.



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