American red cross lifeguard instructor update

Each Instructor course requires the completion of a series of pre-requisites which begin with a Red Cross Training Provider affiliation.. Review the links below to learn more about Instructor Course pre-requisites. An Authorized Provider AP is a company, organization or individual that signs an agreement allowing the AP to teach Red Cross courses to individuals within the APs company or organization only. Licensed Training Providers are independent training businesses offering Red Cross training to workplaces, individuals, or recreational and pool facilities.

Access instructor resources and program updates here. Those who prefer blended learning courses, which combine both in-person and online learning options, may register for a Red Cross Blended Learning Lifeguarding Review course.

For information on the American Red Cross lifeguarding recertification courses in your area, please uses the Lifeguarding Find a Class Tool. The American Red Cross makes accessing your lifeguarding certification a simple and easy process. We offer digital certificates that can be easily viewed from anywhere via your Red Cross account with simple access to print or share online. Allowing employers access to your certificate information has never been easier.

Learning Center. Your browser's Javascript functionality is turned off. Please turn it on so that you can experience the full capabilities of this site. American Red Cross lifeguarding and water safety students must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class, and pass a pre-course swimming skills test prior to taking our courses. Once students are enrolled, they'll receive the latest science-based training from experienced instructors, and develop skills they'll use for a lifetime.

Courses are available in person, or via our blended Simulation Learning experience, which combines online coursework with in-person skills sessions.