American Red Cross lifeguard training offered in South Lake Tahoe
Submitted by paula on Fri, 02/19/2016 - 9:33am
All community members are invited to become an American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard through their training at the South Lake Tahoe Recreation and Swim Complex in March.
The South Lake Tahoe Recreation Department the class with instructor Liz Terzian who will provide participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies. Participants will be trained and certified to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illness until EMS (emergency services) take over.
Participants must be at least 15 years of age, be able to swim 300 yards continuously while demonstrating breathing control and rhythmic breathing, tread water for two minutes using the legs only, and complete a timed event. The class includes 7 hours and 25 minutes of online learning and 20 hours of hands-on instruction.
Upon successful completion, participants will receive the American Red Cross Certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, which is valid for two years. Attendance at all facility sessions and completion of all online lessons are two of a number of requirements necessary to successfully pass for certification.
For a pre-course swim test, call 530-542-6059.
The session consists of five classes, March 14th - 22nd on Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (must register by March 14th). The cost is $225.
Register online at www.cslt.sportssignup.com
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