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FITN 148 - Lifeguarding

(2,2) 3 Credits

Prerequisite(s): Entry into the American Red Cross Lifeguarding course is strictly limited to those who meet the minimum age requirement of 15 years, and have successfully completed the prerequisite skills evaluation.  Failure to have attained the appropriate skill level could pose a safety threat to themselves and others in the class.  Prerequisite skills evaluation includes:  Treading Water for 2 minutes; 300-yard swim (12 laps in Olympic size pool); 10 Block 25 yard swim; 20 yard underwater swim. 
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding This American Red Cross Lifeguarding course will provide entry-level participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. This course provides students with national and international American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification which is required for employment as a lifeguard. A lab fee is charged to cover the costs of the American Red Cross certification cards.


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