American Red Cross Certifications

American Red Cross Lifeguard Course | Ages 15+ | $200 Member/$250 Non-Member
This lifeguard certification includes CPR/AED and First Aid. Class teaches the basics for lifeguarding only and is a highly accepted lifeguard certification nationwide.

American Red Cross Lifeguard Recertification | Ages 15+ | $100 Member/$150 Non-Member
This course re-certifies Red Cross lifeguards. Participants must hold a current Red Cross Lifeguard certification.

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Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:

• Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed.)

• Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.

• Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.

Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:

• Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
• Surface dive (feet-first or head-first) to a depth of 7 – 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object.
• Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
• Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.

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2025 Lifeguard Class Dates Available: (SUBJECT TO CHANGE)

CPR for the Lay Person | $65 Member / $85 Non-Member
The Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies to help victims of any age – adults (12 years and older) and pediatric (infants and children up to 12 years of age). Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED valid for two years. 

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CPR for Professional Rescuers & Health Care Providers | $80 Member / $100 Non-Member
Designed for individuals with a duty to respond to emergencies. This program combines discussions with video and hands-on training. Course covers how to respond to emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. Participants will be trained on CPR (one- and two-rescuer), AED, Ventilations (including BVM) and Choking (conscious and unconscious). Available in person and via our blended training method, which combines online work with hands-on skills sessions, our training delivers the latest information in the format that suits you best. The online portion must be completed prior to attending the in-class portion.

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Those requiring the First Aid Training course may register with an additional fee of $30/Members or $35/Non-Member. Must register in person to receive discount. Call 219.462.4185 for more information.  

American Red Cross first aid training classes give you the information and the skills you need to help adults and children during many emergency situations. Available in person and via our blended training method, which combines online work with hands-on skills sessions, our first aid training delivers the latest information in the format that suits you best. $40 Member / $50 Non-Member

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