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Certification Details

Certification Details

Certification Details

The purpose of the YMCA Lifeguard Training class is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills necessary to be a professional lifeguard. The class covers topics such as water rescue techniques, first aid, and CPR. Upon passing the class, participants will receive a certification that is recognized by YMCA’s across the country.

Your Lifeguard Certification will be valid for 2 years. You will need to take a Lifeguard Recertification class before your certification expires in order to stay current.

Course Details

This is a blended learning class with an additional requirement of having completed all eLearning prior to the first day of the class.

  • HSI eLearning 5 hours
  • YMCA Lifeguard eLearning 8.5 hours
  • In-Session time 36 hours

Upon successful completion of the YMCA Lifeguard Class you will have the following certifications:

  • YMCA Lifeguard V. 6 valid for 2 years
  • HSI Basic Life Support valid for 1 year
  • HSI Basic First Aid valid for 2 years
  • HSI Emergency Use of Medical Oxygen valid for 2 years