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HOW TO REGISTER?

Registration can be done at the front desk or online.

  1. To register online, go here.
  2. You will need to log in or create an as a non-member.
  3. The classes will come up, pick the ones that you can attend and then finish out the registration process.

 

Refund Policy/Transfer Policy 

-All Red Cross courses (Lifeguarding, First Aid/CPR, Babysitting, etc.) will be issued a NSYMCA voucher only if a withdrawal request is received 15 days before the course begins. There are no vouchers given on Red Cross fees. 
-If the first day of class has begun there will be NO REFUNDS for any reason.
-Blended Learning fees for the online modules are paid directly to the Red Cross by the NSYMCA and cannot be refunded or transferred. If a participant has begun the online course modules and transfers courses, the Blended Learning fees must be paid again by the participant for the new course. 
-Participants may transfer once to a future course for a $50 fee, if a space available and request is received 15 days before current registered class begins.
-NSYMCA Vouchers may be used towards future courses or programs and expire within 1 year.
-Participants who do not pass the prerequisites will be issued a NSYMCA voucher minus a fee based on when the course begins.
 

Training Refund/Transfer Policy differs from the NSYMCA's Refund and Credit Policy for Programs
 

The r. 24 Lifeguarding Manual, available in print or digitally. Options listed below.

  1. Lifeguard Manual eBook-directions on our website  

https://www.nsymca.org/programs-classes/aquatics/lifeguard-training

  1. Purchase Lifeguard Manual-online or from YMCA
    • Online-$34.95 + shipping

https://www.redcross.org/store/american-red-cross-lifeguarding-manual/755740.html

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    • $36 purchased from YMCA-purchased online or at front desk.
  1. Lifeguard manuals available for borrowing during class; limited quantity.

Blended learning courses combine online sessions with in-person sessions led by Red Cross certified Lifeguarding instructors. Although participants in blended learning courses acquire the same knowledge and skills as those in instructor-led courses, the in-person course time is reduced.

The self-paced online sessions cover essential lifeguarding concepts and skills. Participants acquire and apply knowledge through a variety of interactive elements, including video demonstrations, infographics, quizzes, exploratory learning activities and scenarios. The online sessions introduce participants to the skills they will practice and master during the in-person sessions.

 

The online course content (16 modules) is designed to be completed in approximately 6 hours, with each module taking between 15 and 30 minutes to complete. You may require more or less time to complete each module. The online work takes 6-7 hours so do not wait until the last minute to complete.

Completion of all online course modules must be completed prior to the first in-person class. 

To successfully complete a course in the Lifeguarding program, the participant must:

  • Complete all online course content in advance of the corresponding in-person skill sessions
  • Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.
  • Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during skill practices, skill drills, activities and scenarios.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in all skills.
  • Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
  • Pass the final skill assessments.

Copies of all Red Cross certifications can be found on the Red Cross website on the Find my Certification page.

https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/digital-certificate

Certifications will be processed within 10 days and be emailed to participants from the Red Cross as they do not come from the YMCA. Certifications will be sent to the email address associate with the online blended learning account that was given during class. Please check your spam if you do not receive your certification. 

Refund Policy/Transfer Policy

All Red Cross courses (Lifeguarding, First Aid/CPR, Babysitting, etc.) will be issued a NSYMCA voucher only if a withdrawal request is received 14 days before the course begins. There are no vouchers given on Red Cross fees. If the first day of class has begun there will be NO REFUNDS for any reason.

-Blended Learning fees for the online modules are paid directly to the Red Cross by the NSYMCA and cannot be refunded or transferred. If a participant has begun the online course modules and transfers courses, the Blended Learning fees must be paid again by the participant for the new course.

-Participants may transfer to a future course for a $50 fee, if a space available and request is received 7 days before current registered class begins.

-NSYMCA Vouchers may be used towards future courses or programs and expire within 1 year.

-Participants who do not pass the prerequisites will be issued a NSYMCA voucher minus a fee based on when the course begins.

  • 15+ days of class a NSYMCA voucher minus a $50 fee. 
  • 14-1 days of class a NSYMCA voucher minus a $75 fee.
  • No refunds for students who fails the prerequisites the day of class.

-Training Refund/Transfer Policy differs from the NSYMCA's Refund and Credit Policy for Programs

Attendance is required for all days and times. There are no make-ups classes available, if you miss any part of the class you must re-register for another lifeguard class.  

 

Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED & Babysitting may be available. Contact Missy Contri at [email protected] for more information.