The American Red Cross Lifeguard Review is the recertification option is for currently certified lifeguards to practice and review their skills including water rescues, CPR/AED and first aid.
For certified lifeguards with valid certification in Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED or those who have not expired by more than 30 days.
Provide proof of valid Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification
Pass the following swim test on the day of class:
3. Retrieve a 10-lb dive weight from 7 ft deep, surface and swim 20 yds with the weight, using legs only and exit the pool without using a ladder within 100 seconds
The following items are REQUIRED for the class – Links to all course materials will be emailed to participants upon registering for a class. If you do not receive the email please contact our office at 949-420-0804:
Who is eligible to participate in a Lifeguarding Review course?
The Lifeguarding Review course is for individuals with a current American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate to recertify every 2 years.
Can I recertify if my certification has expired?
Yes, as long as it has not expired more than 30 days. If your certification has expired by more than 30 days you must take the full Lifeguard course.
Red Cross Policy: Only currently certified Lifeguards and those who have expired by no more than 30 days may take the Review course.
Can I challenge the course?
The Red Cross is no longer allowing Lifeguards to challenge the course.
Is there a crossover course for basic-level lifeguards certified/licensed in lifeguard training by another training agency, such as the YMCA, Ellis and Associates or StarGuard?
No, individuals must successfully complete the full Lifeguarding course to receive certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED.
Cancelled Classes – Safe Swim reserves the right to cancel classes as needed. In the event a class is canceled registered participants will be offered a transfer to a different class free of charge or a full refund of the training deposit.