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International Lifeguard Training Program
Ages 16+
Get ready for summer by preparing for a job that is both challenging and rewarding! At the completion of this course, successful lifeguard candidates are eligible to be fully licensed through the popular Jeff Ellis and Associates, Inc. program.Course includes water safety and rescue techniques, CPR, first aid, AED certification, and oxygen support training. Internet access is required in order to complete the book and test portion of this course prior to the class dates.
Prerequisites:
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• 16 years of age or older before the course begins.
• Tread water for 1 minute using legs only
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• Swim 100 yards continuously, using front crawl or breast stroke.
• Retrieve a 10 pound brick from a depth of 12 feet and swim to the side.
Friday, April 20 5:30–8:30pm at Prairie Lakes Community Center
Saturday, April 21, 9:00am–5:00pm and Sunday, April 22, 9:00am–5:00pm at the Rosemont Pool