Red Cross Lifeguard Training

Become a lifeguard! The North Clackamas Aquatic Park is hosting a FREE American Red Cross Lifeguard Training in February and March 2022. Learn how to effectively prevent and respond to water emergencies in a variety of scenarios. Participants are trained in safety and water rescue skills for a controlled environment, First Aid, CPR and AED. This blended learning opportunity utilizes Zoom, American Red Cross online learning coursework and on-site water sessions.

To register call (503) 794-8000 and speak to Jason, Aquatic Supervisor.

TRAINING SCHEDULE

• Sunday, 06/26, 10am-12pm (Prerequisites)
  • (No Class between 6/26-7/11. Students will complete the online course work during this time)
• Monday, 7/11, 7pm-9pm
• Wednesday, 7/13, 7pm-9pm
• Sunday, 7/17, 10am-12pm
• Monday, 7/18, 7pm-9pm
• Wednesday, 7/20, 7pm-9pm
• Sunday, 7/24, 10am-12pm
• Monday, 7/25, 7pm-9pm
• Wednesday, 7/27, 7pm-9pm
• Sunday, 7/31, 10am-12pm
• Monday, 8/1, 7pm-9pm
• Wednesday, 8/3,  7pm-9pm (Final Written Tests)
  • No Class Monday 8/8/22
• Wednesday, 8/10, 7pm-9pm (Final Water Skills Tests)

ADDITIONAL DETAILS & REQUIREMENTS

• 100% attendance is required. (No make up days will be offered)
• Must be at least 15 years of age to participate in this class.
• Students will receive the link to complete the online coursework on Sunday 6/26
  • On Sunday 6/26 students will be asked to complete the 3 pre-requisite skills to remain in the class.
    • Skill #1: 2 min tread in deep water, without using your hands
    • Skill #2: 300 yard swim, not timed, students cannot stop until 300 yards has been swam.
    • Skill #3: 10lb diving brick retrieval course
  • Employment interviews for those students interested in working at North Clackamas Aquatic Park as a Lifeguard will be appx. 1 week after the end of the course.

Interested in working at the North Clackamas Aquatic Park as a lifeguard? Join our team! Potential employment opportunities may be available following training.