Club Times: March/April

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CERT I F I CAT I ONS & SAFeTY TRA INING WATERPARK LIFEGUARD COURSE (FIRST AID/CPR , AED, WATER PARK INCLUDED)

FIND COURSE DATES IN THE SPRING & SUMMER ISSUE OF THE YOUTH GUIDE!

BECOME A L I F EGUARD A G E S 1 5 + ( 1 : 1 0 R AT I O ) The Red Cross Lifeguarding program provides participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses. All courses include the following certifications: American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, Waterpark Skills certification (all certs are valid for 2 years). A rescue mask will be provided as part of the course fee. Participants may purchase a current copy of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Manual online (OPTIONAL). All Lifeguarding classes are taught using the BLENDED LEARNING format which combines online learning with in-person training and skills sessions. The online portion of the course MUST be completed prior to the first in-person skills sessions in order to continue with the program. The online portion of the course will be sent to each participant via email following registration. All in person classes MUST be attended. Failure to complete the online course, attend all in person classes, and complete the course prerequisites will result in the candidate not being permitted to continue with the course and a non-refundable, non-transferrable $100 processing fee will be charged. Due to the nature of the course it cannot be taught using current social distancing guidelines.

Lifeguard Course Prerequisites: The following prerequisites must be met at the first in-water skills session in order to continue with the program. If this pre-test is failed, there will be a non-refundable, non- transferrable charge of $100.00. 1. Must be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of this course. 2. Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used. 3. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits 4. Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds: swim 20 yards (no goggles allowed), surface dive 7-10 feet, retrieve 10 lb. object, re-surface, place object on deck, exit the water What should I bring to the lifeguard training course? • Identification (proof of age) • Change of clothes. • Towel • Swimming suit (preferably one that can be worn under clothing at the start of the day) • Light snacks and something to drink • A pen • Proof that you completed the required eLearning Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but

Ch i ld & Babys i t t i ng Saf ety ( CABS ) C O U R S E ( 1 : 1 0 R AT I O ) A G E S 1 1 + The Child and Babysitting Safety (CABS) program provides pre- teens, teenagers and young adults with everything they need to know for safe and successful babysitting. From getting started with a business, to working with parents and children, to key safety, caregiving, and first aid tips, the CABS vlogger- style video makes learning fun. This course must have a minimum of 4 students to make. Don’t see a class that fits your schedule give us a call to create a class. Cost: $45 Course Length: 2-2.5 hours Certification is valid for 2 Years Location: AAC Summer House Course Topics Include • Babysitting as a business • Safety and injury prevention guidelines and best practices • Leadership strategies to build confidence when responding to conflict • Tips on age-appropriate play • How to build rapport and stay engaged with children • Basic caregiving skills such as feeding, burping, diapering, and safe sleep practices • Basic first aid for common incidents