American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification

We don't have any Lifeguarding courses scheduled at this time. Click here to view course offerings in the area. You can also email Sarah at selgin@umich.edu if you have any questions.

The American Red Cross lifeguard training and certification are imperative to the process of getting hired on as an official Red Cross lifeguard. Our detailed blended learning training includes both testing of hands-on skills as well as comprehension on written tests. The certification, which includes First Aid, CPR and AED training, is valid for two years upon completion and is accepted nationwide. Allow approximately 6 hours to complete the online portion which must be completed prior to attending the first day of the course.

**There is no fee for current Department of Recreational Sports employees. The fee for non-employees is $290. Please use this link to complete payment.**



W 22 - 1 - Lifeguard Certification (February 11- 13)

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North Campus Recreation Building (Conference Room and Pool)

The American Red Cross lifeguard training and certification are imperative to the process of getting hired on as an official Red Cross lifeguard. Our detailed blended learning training includes both testing of hands-on skills as well as comprehension on written tests. The certification, which includes First Aid, CPR and AED training, is valid for two years upon completion and is accepted nationwide. Please note that the following swim test must be passed on the first day in order to continue in the course: (1) 300-yard swim using front crawl or breaststroke (2) 2-minute tread using legs only (3) Retrieve a 10-lb dive weight from 7 ft deep, surface and swim 20 yds with the weight, using legs only and exit the pool without using a ladder within 100 seconds.


The dates/times for this course are as follows (they are subject to change):

Friday, February 11th: 5 pm - 10 pm

Saturday, February 12th : 9 am - 7 pm

Sunday, February 13th : 9 am - 6 pm


**There is no fee for current Department of Recreational Sports employees. The fee for non-employees is $290. A separate email will be sent with payment instructions once you have completed the registration process.

This will be a Red Cross Blended Learning course. Blended learning combines online learning with in-person skills sessions where you will practice skills and demonstrate competency. Please plan to complete all eLearning modules, including the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid final eLearning exam, at least two days prior to your first in-person skills session. Most participants complete the eLearning portion of the course in approximately 7 hours. Your experience may vary widely based on several factors including your PC, internet speed and previous training. It is recommended that you begin the online session as soon as possible to ensure that you are able to complete all eLearning modules prior to the first in-person skill session.

Access the eLearning content using the following link: http://redcrosslearning.com/course/73031950- 15c1-11e7-b4e0-51657ecd06af 

Please be prepared to provide proof that you completed the eLearning modules at the first class meeting(email).

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