See lifeguard qualifications before registering (in this email)... ![]() For Free Certifications Must Meet Requirements.JUNE LIFEGUARD CLASSJune 27-29 (2024) See exact times below! Are you looking for a fun job with flexible hours in a great atmosphere? The Mount Rainier Pool is offering a lifeguard certification course on June 27-29, 2024(see class times below). The course is free to those that are willing to commit to work at the Mount Rainier Pool, and will receive priority for spots in the class. Please see email below for class times, fees and other pre-requisites or email us for any questions. All class members who complete the course will receive an American Red Cross Professional Lifeguard Certification. This certification is the most accepted lifeguarding certification around the country. ELIGIBILITY FOR FREE TRAINING Applicants that wish to attend the course for free ($249 resident/$299 non-resident value), must meet the following requirements.
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course teaches candidates the knowledge and skills needed to prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies. The course content and activities prepare candidates to recognize and respond quickly and effectively to emergencies and prevent drownings and injuries. Certification includes Lifeguarding, CPR, First Aid and AED for the professional rescuer. COURSE DATES & TIMES Must be registered to attend class. Class limited to first ten (10) participants.
**All classes at Mount Rainier Pool (22722 19 Ave S) Note-if you cannot complete these tasks, please speak with Emmitt Sevores, Aquatics Coordinator, about potential training time in the pool to work on these skills to take future trainings. NEED ANOTHER DATE/CLASS? If the August class does not work for your schedule, or becomes full, don't fret. We have other classes coming including lifeguard certification, lifeguard recertification and swim lesson instructor training. Click here to sign up for an interest list for any of these certifications. ![]() COURSE PREREQUISITES To enroll in the Lifeguarding course, you must be at least 15 years of age before the last scheduled class session. Please bring proof of age on the first day (driver's license, state identification, birth certificate, or passport). To participate in the Lifeguarding course, you must be able to demonstrate the following skills*:
Please bring a swimsuit and towel for the skills evaluation on the first day and for every class. ![]() REQUIRED MATERIALS All course materials are included. COURSE COMPLETION REQUIREMENTS 100% attendance (no exceptions), 80% on the written exam, and successfully complete required skills and final skills scenarios. Why is it important to meet these requirements? Lifeguards are first-responders that need to be educated and well-trained as they may be required to provide split-second extraction from the pool, lifesaving first aid, and CPR. This requires alertness, teamwork and continual training. These skills are needed to not only protect our patrons, but also their co-workers and themselves. COURSE CERTIFICATION Upon successful completion of the Lifeguarding course, each participant will receive the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Lifeguard certification. MORE THAN A JOB These skills can help your child in a career as a first-responder, or to gain work-life skills to better assist them in their future careers. Your child is also giving back to the community by helping children learn-to-swim and providing a safe place for people to exercise. A great addition to any college or job application. OTHER FUTURE TRAININGS & JOB OPPORTUNITIES Sign up to be notified about future lifeguard and swim instructor certification classes or complete a job interest card. Click here to view our employment page. ![]() MORE INFORMATION For more information on positions available visit, call us at 206.824.4277 or email Emmitt Sevores, Lead Head Lifeguard at emmitt.sevores@desmoinespool.org.
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Scott Deschenes, District General Manager Des Moines Pool M.P.D. |