PE 291 - Red Cross Lifeguard Training

2 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

Minimum 16 years of age and ability to pass swimming tests (freestyle, side stroke, and breast stroke).

Course Description: Provides training for potential lifeguards in lifesaving skills in the event of an emergency. Includes a three-year Red Cross lifeguard training certification and a two-year CPR/AED professional rescuer certification with successful completion of the course. Through videos, group discussion, and both hands on and pool practice, students will learn surveillance skills, patron rescue, first aid and CPR/AED.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Complete Red Cross swim tests with sufficient times and indicators to allow life guard certification.
CLO#2: Recognize problem situations and apply professional and appropriate lifesaving techniques to ensure personal safety and safety of any other persons involved.
CLO#3: Demonstrate ability to triage and complete risk evaluation while working effectively with others recognizing personal responsibility in the overall successful efforts of the team.
CLO#4: Successfully complete Red Cross Professional Rescuer CPR course skills and exam. (ILO: Critical Thinking)

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: All materials recommended by the American Red Cross for the lifeguard program.

ACTI Code and Course Type
100 Lower Division Collegiate

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (40) and a standard RCC delivery of (44) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (48) hours per term.