Southeastern Oklahoma State University

Continuing Education

American Red Cross Certification

Lifeguard Certification

* Lifeguard Recertification/Challenge
* Water Safety Instructor Certification

 

* These courses are available for college credit.  Participants must register through Continuing Education. Additionally, they must go through the regular SOSU enrollment process.

HOW TO BECOME A LIFEGUARD*

This advanced lifesaving course is required for anyone who plans to apply for a position as a lifeguard at a public pool, private club, or camp. All students must be 15 years of age or older, in good physical health, able to swim 500 yards, tread water for two minutes. CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Automated External Defibrillator and Oxygen Administration are included in the Lifeguard Program. You can become a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard. Pretest required first night; be prepared to swim. Texts and materials are included with course fee.

Course Name: Become A Lifeguard Location: SOSU Pool                           Course No.: 0202- 8391                                    Fee: $175                                                    Class Meets: May 24, 25, 30, 31 & June 1 Time: Fridays 5:30 - 10 p.m.             Saturdays 9 a.m. - 8 p.m.                       Sundays 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

WATER SAFETY INSTRUCTOR CERTIFICATION*

Upon successful completion of this class you will have the certification necessary to teach ARC Learn to Swim programs. Individuals must be 17 years or older. Pre-test required first night, be prepared to swim. Textbook and materials included in course fee. I

Course Name: WSI                         Location: SOSU Pool                           Course No.: 0202-3263                            Fee: $175                                                   Class Meets: April 25 - April 27               

Time: Fridays 5:30 - 10 p.m.                Saturdays 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.                      Sundays 1 p.m. - 6 p.m.

 

 

      

                                                    

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