American Red Cross Training & Certification Courses

Train to become an American Red Cross certified Lifeguard or Instructor, or learn how to respond to emergencies by becoming CPR/AED and First Aid certified. The skills learned in American Red Cross certification training courses could save a life.

Courses include engaging in-person sessions complete with videos, scenarios, group activities, and discussions.

• Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid*
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid*
• Babysitter’s Training with First Aid/CPR/AED
• Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED*
• Basic Life Support*
• Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI)*, Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification*
• Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer Recertification*
• Water Safety Instructor® (WSI™)*
• First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor*
• Basic Life Support Instructor*
• CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers Instructor*

*Indicates courses requiring completion of Red Cross eLearning assignments prior to in-person sessions. Certification is granted upon successful completion of all course components.

CONTACT: To learn more about Red Cross program offerings, contact Marybeth Hynes at mhynes@ssymca.org.

The following prices/programs are subject to change

LIFEGUARDING & AQUATICS TRAINING

LIFEGUARDING (INCLUDING DEEP WATER) WITH CPR/AED FOR PROFESSIONAL RESCUERS AND FIRST AID
2-year certification

This course trains individuals to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies in both shallow water (under 7 feet) and deep water (7 feet or more), and to provide professional-level care for breathing, cardiac, injury and sudden illness emergencies until EMS personnel take over.

Pre-requisites:

• Minimum age 15 by final class session (proof of age and identity required)
• Complete all assigned eLearning before class
• Pass a prerequisite swim evaluation:
  • Swim 150 yards, tread for 2 minutes (legs only), then swim 50 more yards using front crawl and/or breaststroke
  • Timed event (1:40): Swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10lb object from 7-10 feet, swim 20 yards back holding object with both hands

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LIFEGUARDING (INCLUDING DEEP WATER) RECERTIFICATION WITH CPR/AED FOR PROFESSIONAL RESCUERS AND FIRST AID
2-year certification

This course renews a current or recently expired (within 30 days) Red Cross Lifeguarding certification. Participants must verify their certification before registration.

Pre-requisites:

• Valid Lifeguarding certification (including Deep Water)
• Minimum age 15; photo ID
• Complete all assigned eLearning
• Pass the same swim evaluation as the full course (see above)

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WATERFRONT SKILLS MODULE
2-year certification

This course adds open water rescue skills to current Red Cross certified Lifeguards working in environments such as lakes, rivers, and camp waterfronts.

Pre-requisites:

• Current Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) certification
• Pass the following prerequisite swim evaluation:
  • Swim 350 yards, tread for 2 minutes (legs only), then swim 200 more yards
  • Timed event (1:40): Swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10lb object from 7-10 feet, swim 20 yards back holding object with both hands
  • Underwater object retrieval: Swim 5 yards, submerge to retrieve 3 objects placed 5 yards apart in 4-7 feet of water, continue 5 yards after surfacing

This course trains participants to become certified American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructors.

Pre-requisites:

• Minimum age 16; valid photo ID
• Current Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) certification
• Bring the required instructor manuals and participant materials
• Complete skill practice and polish session, including:
  • Rescue scenario with surface dives and CPR
  • Instructor-level demonstration of rescues, CPR/AED, rapid extrication, and spinal rescue procedures

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LIFEGUARDING INSTRUCTOR/INSTRUCTOR TRAINER RECERTIFICATION
2-year certification

This course recertifies current Lifeguarding Instructors and Instructor Trainers. Includes peer practice, updated skill work, and Red Cross policy reviews.

Pre-requisites:

• Minimum age 17; valid photo ID
• Current or recently expired (within 1 year) Lifeguarding Instructor certification
• Required instructor materials
• Pass final skill scenario/evaluation

This course trains candidates to teach Red Cross Swim lessons and water safety programs.

Pre-requisites:

• Minimum age 15; valid photo ID
• Complete the assigned eLearning
• Demonstrate Level 4 swim stroke and skill proficiency
• Required course materials

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CPR, FIRST AID & BABYSITTING TRAINING

CPR/AED FOR THE PROFESSIONAL RESCUER AND FIRST AID
2-year certification

Designed for those with a duty to act, this course trains participants to respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies with CPR and AED skills. Includes first aid response training.

Note: This course may not meet healthcare licensure requirements; verify with licensing bodies before registering.

BABYSITTER’S TRAINING WITH FIRST AID/CPR/AED
10-year certification (Babysitting) / 2-year certification (CPR/First Aid)

Teaches youth (ages 10-15) how to safely care for infants through school-age children. Participants learn diapering, dressing, preparing meals, building leadership skills, starting a babysitting business, and responding to emergencies. Includes a Red Cross Babysitter’s Handbook.

ADULT AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED
2-year certification

Covers immediate care for injuries and illnesses in adults, children, and infants, and teaches when to activate EMS. Includes CPR and AED skills for all age groups.

ADULT AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID/CPR/AED INSTRUCTOR
2-year certification

Prepares candidates to teach basic-level Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED, Skill Boosts and Bloodborne Pathogens Training.

Pre-requisites:

• Minimum age 16; valid photo ID
• Valid Adult CPR/AED certification or higher
• Complete practice and polish skills session to standard

HEALTHCARE TRAINING

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT (BLS)
2-year certification

For healthcare providers (nurses, physicians, EMS, public safety professionals), this course teaches CPR and emergency response for patients of all ages, including AED use and team dynamics.

BASIC LIFE SUPPORT INSTRUCTOR
2-year certification

Trains candidates to teach the Red Cross BLS course.

Pre-requisites:

• Valid BLS certification
• Complete skill evaluation demonstrating instructor-level performance

*Indicates courses requiring completion of Red Cross eLearning assignments prior to in-person sessions. Certification is granted upon successful completion of all course components.