SAFETY TRAINING

Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED with First Aid

The courses in the First Aid/CPR/AED program teach participants the knowledge and skills needed to give immediate care to an injured or ill person and to decide whether advanced medical care is needed. This program offers a choice of first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) courses to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience. The blended learning option combines online learning with in-person skill sessions conducted by a Red Cross-certified instructor. Participants in blended learning courses acquire the same knowledge and skills as those in traditional classroom training courses.

To view a list of current offerings, please visit our registration website. 

For these classes, you will need to complete all online materials prior to attending the in-class session. All participants must bring their certificate of completion to the in-person class. This class will meet in room 119 of the Ramsey Student Center.  Must be a Ramsey member to receive the discounted prices.

**Please note that transferring classes will require a $15 charge if the transfer is initiated by the participant. Any classes cancelled or rescheduled by UGA Rec Sports will have the option to transfer classes or receive a refund

American Red Cross Lifeguarding (BL)

Interested in learning lifesaving skills to respond to emergencies in, on, and around the water? Looking to obtain a Lifeguarding certification to meet workplace/job requirements as a Lifeguard, camp counselor, coach, or other aquatics professional? Our American Red Cross Lifeguarding course will train Lifeguarding candidates in water rescues in water up to 9ft in depth, in addition to first aid, CPR, and AED skills. This course will give you a Lifeguarding certification from a nationally accredited organization, and give you the knowledge and skills to perform life-saving skills in an aquatics environment.

The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Blended Lifeguarding course is to provide entry level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. This program offers a choice of Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED courses to meet the various training needs of a diverse audience.

Participants must successfully pass a pre-course swim exam, skills check and written exams to obtain certification. This certification is good for two years from the date of the class. Participants must attend the entirety of the class in order to be eligible for certification.

To view a list of current offerings, please visit our registration website.

Prerequisites:

• Minimum of 15 years old
• Skills Test 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
  • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface and then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted)
  • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
  • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both
• Skills Test 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
  • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
  • Surface Dive (feet first or head-first to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10 pound object.
  • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface.
  • Exit the water without using a ladder or step

For the class you will need the following items: swim suit, towel, goggles (if preferred) and notepad. Participants must complete all portions of the online material prior to meeting for the in-person skills sessions. Participants must bring their certificates of completion to the first day of class. Class will always meet in classroom 119, right off the pool deck. Class will be Friday 5pm-9pm and Saturday/Sunday 9am-5pm.

Interested in obtaining your Lifeguarding certification to work as an Aquatics Lifeguard with UGA Rec Sports? Please reach out to Sarah Hall.

REGISTER HERE

Notes:

*Must be a Ramsey Member to receive the discounted prices

**Please note that transferring classes will require a $15 charge if the transfer is initiated by the participant. Any classes cancelled or rescheduled by UGA Rec Sports will have the option to transfer classes or receive a refund.

***A refund, less a $50 administrative fee, would be issued to participants who fail the prerequisite assessment. This fee is intended to cover associated costs, including credit card processing fees, instructor compensation, and administrative expenses.

American Red Cross Lifeguarding Recertification (BL)

Already have a Lifeguarding certification that is nearing its expiration date? Have a Lifeguarding certification through a nationally accredited institution and looking to become certified through the American Red Cross? Our Lifeguarding Review course will re-certify Lifeguarding candidates for another 2 years in Lifeguarding with First Aid/CPR/AED, and also serves as a bridge into the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program if you are currently certified in one of the following: Ellis & Associates, StarGuard, or YMCA. 

The review course includes an online learning module in addition to an in-person skills review and polish session. At the end of the course, students will complete examinations in Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR/AED.

The purpose of a review course is to give individuals the opportunity to review the course content within a formal course setting. The review course format optimizes a participant’s ability to successfully complete the knowledge and skills evaluations. The responsibility for preparing for the final written exam is shared by the instructor and the participant. Individuals with a current Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED or Shallow Water Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED certificate must successfully complete the review course to earn recertification in Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED or Shallow Water Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED. Current certifications may be no more than 30 days past the expiration date for an individual to qualify for a review course.

To view a list of current offerings, please visit our registration website. 

Prerequisites:

• Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
  • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface and then swim 150 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on the back or side is not permitted)
  • Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading water using only the legs.
  • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both
• Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 seconds:
  • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. (The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed.)
  • Surface Dive (feet first or head-first to a depth of 7-10 feet to retrieve a 10 pound object. 
  • Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point, holding the object at the surface with both hands and keeping the face out at or near the surface. 
  • Exit the water without using a ladder or steps

For the class you will need: a swim suit, towel, googles (if desired) and notepad. All participants must complete the online learning portion prior to the in-person skills review. All participants must bring their certificate of completion with to the course meeting date/time. Class will meet in classroom 119, right off the pool deck.

REGISTER HERE

*Must be a Ramsey Member to receive the discounted prices

Questions about receiving your certification?

Certifications will be auto generated from the Red Cross Learning Center, and will send directly to your associated email address. This email often sends to the spam/junk folder, and typically comes up under “phsssalesforce@usa.redcross.org”. If you cannot find this email, you may search for your certification in the American Red Cross database using the following link: https://www.redcross.org/take-a-class/digital-certificate 

Please note that certifications can take up to 10 business days to generate after successful completion of the in-person skills training.