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Lifeguard Training - ages 15+

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American Red Cross Lifeguard Training (LGT)

Our Lifeguarding program trains lifeguards to act with speed and confidence in emergency situations both in and out of the water. Topics include water rescue skills, surveillance and recognition, first aid, breathing and cardiac emergencies, CPR, AED and more. The new program reflects the latest ECC science and findings from the 2011 United States Lifeguard Standards Coalition Report. The certification validity period is 2 years.  

This course will be a blended learning class.  Participants will register and do part of the work on line and then meet for class discussions and practical hands on work at the pool.
There will be a prerequisite swim on Monday, June 13th at 9am at St. Albans City Pool for all prospective participants.  Upon successful completion of prerequisite swim, American Red Cross log on information will be given to each participant so they can get set up for the online portion of the course.  There is a $35 non refundable fee to be paid to the Red Cross upon registration.

Each participant will be responsible for the $35 American Red Cross fee, however eligible candidates interested in becoming pool staff members may qualify to have the balance of the class fee waived.   Contact Kelly at the Recreation Office for details regarding eligibility at 524-1500 X266 or at k.viens@stalbansvt.com


Enrollment in course does not guarantee nor imply certification or employment. Participants must complete swim, practical and written tests to satisfaction to earn certification. There is no refund to participants who withdraw from or do not satisfactorily complete course.




Additional Notes:
  • Fee includes materials.
  • Participants should bring snacks, water, several towels and warm clothes as they will be in and out of the pool during pool sessions.
  • Participants can expect homework each evening during the course. Participants will need online computer access. If this is a problem let the instructor know and we will arrange for computer access for you.
  • Completion of course does not imply nor guarantee employment by the St. Albans Recreation Department.

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

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