PE 289 - Lifeguarding

Credit Hours: 1

Course designed to teach basic and advanced rescue and water safety. Emphasis will be placed on the lifeguarding, first aid, CPR/AED skills, and knowledge to save one’s life or that of others in an emergency. Successful completion of this course may lead to American Red Cross certification. Prerequisites: 15 years old and pass a 300-yard swim test at the first session

Course Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to:

understand the role and responsibilities of a professional rescuer;
be completely familiar with the American Red Cross Lifeguarding Program materials; and
successfully demonstrate all ARC Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED-FPR skills.

S, SS (C)