Waterpark Lifeguarding |
The purpose of the American Red Cross Waterpark Lifeguarding course is to teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies both in a pool and at a waterpark environment. The course content and activities prepare participants to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drowning and injuries. |
Course Length: 33 hours, 15 minutes
Prerequisites | 300 yard swim (front crawl & breaststroke) | |
20 yard swim & brick retrieval from 7-10 ft water (timed) | ||
Age 15 | ||
Certification | Waterpark Lifeguarding/First Aid 3 years | |
Validity | CPR & AED 2 years | |
Water Skills | Slide in Entry | |
Reaching Assist and Throwing Assist with Equipment | ||
Passive Submerged Victim Shallow Water | ||
First Aid Skills | Secondary Assessment | |
Applying an Anatomic Splint | ||
Applying a Soft Splint | ||
Using a Backboard for a Standing Victim on Land | ||
Additional Training | Administering Emergency Oxygen | |
Airway Management | ||
Bloodborne Pathogens | ||
Epinephrine auto injector | ||
Assisting with inhaler | ||
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