Become certified to teach the American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers, Administering Emergency Oxygen and Blood-borne Pathogens classes. This course prepares instructor candidates to use course and presentation materials, conduct training sessions, and evaluates the progress of candidates in a professional-level course. Candidates must be currently certified as a lifeguard. The American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor certification is valid for 2 years.

Prerequisites:
Minimum age of 17.
Current Certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, CPR/AED & First Aid or Equivalent

               Pass the pre-course swim test for the Lifeguarding course
               Swim 300 yards continuously using Front Crawl or Breast Stroke
               Retrieve a 10 bound brick from 20 yards away at a 7ft depth in under 1:40
               Tread water without use of hands for 2 minutes
           * Demonstrate instructor level mastery of all lifeguarding skills during first session of class

Passing Criteria: Students must meet the following criteria to pass the class
              Meet all prerequisites
              Attend all classes and participate in all class activities
              Pass all written tests with a minimum score of 80%
              Show proficiency in all assigned teaching assignments
              Demonstrate the professionalism and maturity required of an American Red Cross Instructor

What do I need to bring to class?
           You will need a swim suit (one piece for women, trunks for men)
           2 towels

Copy of Lifeguard Instructors Manual (Free PDF supplied, Loaners available during class)

           Copy of Lifeguard participants Manual (Free PDF supplied, Loaners available during class)

Cost:
      New Certification - $335

Upcoming Classes:
         Nov 17 - Nov 19: Carroll ISD Swim Center - Southlake, TX     $335
                                                 Fri   Nov 17 :   8am - 5pm
                                                 Sat  Nov 18 :   8am - 7pm
                                                 Sun Nov 19 :   8am - 7pm
        Apr 27 - Apr 29: Lewisville ISD Westside - Lewisville, TX         $335
                                                 Fri   Apr 27 :   8am - 7pm
                                                 Sat  Apr 28 :   8am - 7pm
                                                 Sun Apr 29 :   8am - 7pm

American Red Cross Lifeguard Instructor Training