Lifeguard Instructor Class
2025-08-25 10:00 - 2025-08-28 16:00 (America/New_York) | Frederick County (Hood College), 561 Hodson Dr, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Course Purpose
The purpose of the American Red Cross r. 24 Lifeguarding Instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach the basic-level courses in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program.
The Course Prerequisites are:
▪ Be at least 17 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course.
▪ Possess a current basic-level certification in American Red Cross Lifeguarding (Including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid. (Note: r.17 Lifeguarding certification accepted)
▪ Obtain instructor and participant course materials before starting the course.
▪ Successfully complete the online session of the Lifeguarding Instructor course prior to the precourse session.
▪ Successfully complete the prerequisite skill assessment scenario to continue in the course. (Entry, Swimming approach, Surface dive in deep water (7 to 10 feet), Passive submerged rescue, Rapid extrication (with an assisting rescuer), Rapid assessment, & Single-rescuer CPR )
Course Length
The Lifeguarding Instructor course is delivered in a blended learning format, consisting of an online session (completed independently by the candidate) and in-person sessions (led by an American Red Cross–certified instructor trainer). The online session for the instructor course takes approximately 2 hours to complete. The instruction time for the in-person sessions, including the precourse session, is 16 hours. The instruction time does not include time for breaks or transitions.
Course Materials (Not Included In The Price)
Lifeguarding instructor candidates should obtain and review the following r. 24 American Red Cross course materials prior to attending the Lifeguarding Instructor course:
▪ Lifeguarding Instructor’s Manual (candidates are required to bring a print version of this manual to the in-person sessions of the instructor course).
▪ Lifeguarding Instructor’s Deck Book (optional)
▪ Lifeguarding Manual (digital or print version)
▪ Lifeguarding course videos (available to download from the Red Cross Learning Center, included in the Lifeguarding Course Presentation for Instructor-Led Training, or by purchasing the Lifeguarding DVD set)
▪ Lifeguarding Course Presentation for Instructor-Led Training (available to download from the Red Cross Learning Center).
Digital materials and video are available on the Lifeguarding Instructor Candidate’s Page of the Red Cross Learning Center (redcrosslearningcenter.org/s/instructor-candidate-resources)
Print materials, the DVD, and a Lifeguarding Instructor’s Kit that includes all required materials for teaching the Lifeguarding course are available for purchase on the Red Cross Store (redcross.org/store).
Successful Completion
To successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor course and receive a Lifeguarding Instructor certification, candidates must:

Successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor Course online session.
Successfully complete the prerequisite skill assessment scenario.
Successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor skill practice and polish session, demonstrating all skills
Practice Teaching Assignment I
Practice Teaching Assignment II
Demonstrate instructor-level skill competency in all skills. This means being able to demonstrate all of the skill steps as they are written, in the correct order, and in accordance with the proficiency criteria to meet the objectives of the skill.
Successfully pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent.

Certification
Candidates who successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor course will be issued the following American Red Cross certificate: Lifeguarding Instructor, valid for 2 years.
To maintain the Lifeguarding Instructor certification, the instructor must successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification blended learning course within the 2-year certification period.
If the instructor certification is expired, the instructor is eligible to participate in the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course for up to, but no longer than, 1 year past the Lifeguarding instructor certification expiration date. This 1-year grace period applies only to achieving recertification. It does not extend the instructor certification and the instructor may not teach courses during this time.
Instructor Trainer

USA Swimming Coaches CPR & STSC
2025-08-30 09:00 - 14:30 | Frederick County (Hood College), 561 Hodson Dr, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
This course included CPR and STSC.
Course Purpose
The primary purpose of the courses in the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers program trains participants with the knowledge and skills needed to Provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies for adults, children, and
infants until advanced emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over.
Course Length
This Instructor-led training (ILT) Lifeguarding course is conducted by a Red Cross-certified CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers instructor. There are no online sessions to complete. The total course instruction time, including the precourse session, is 6 hours, 40 minutes, not including breaks.
Participant Course Materials
American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers Participant’s Handbook (print or digital) Course participants must have access to their own manual throughout the course. When using a digital manual, a tablet or laptop should be used during class to ensure proper viewing.
Access to digital materials will be provided by the instructor of the course. Print materials are available on the Red Cross store (redcross.org/store).
Certification Requirements
To earn certification, participants must:
▪ Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.
▪ Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during skill practices, skill drills, activities and scenarios.
▪ Demonstrate proficiency in all skills.
▪ Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
▪ Pass the final skill assessment (team response scenario performing with multiple rescuer CPR and use of AED and BVM resuscitator).
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers course will be issued the following American Red Cross certificate: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers that is valid for 2 years.
To maintain the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification, a currently certified CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer must successfully complete the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers Recertification Assessment online course prior to certificate expiration. A 30-day grace period may apply, but it does not extend the certification beyond the 2 years. Once the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification is expired, a participant must successfully complete the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers course or challenge course.

Safety Training for Swim Coaches – In-Water Skill Verification
Coaches who do not hold one of the named lifeguarding courses must complete the Safety Training for Swim Coaches In-Water Skills Session with an American Red Cross Lifeguarding or Water Safety Instructor OR review the skills with an instructor certified by one of the organizations on the USA Swimming checklist after successfully completing the online content. Before conducting the in-water skills session, participant has successfully must complete the online content of the Safety Training for Swim Coaches Online Red Cross Course. If completing the in-water skills session with an American Red Cross Lifeguarding or Water Safety Instructor, coaches will need to submit a skill checklist form to their LSC Registration Chair.

CPR for the Professional Rescuer
2025-08-30 09:00 - 15:30 | Frederick County (Hood College), 561 Hodson Dr, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
Course Purpose
The primary purpose of the courses in the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers program trains participants with the knowledge and skills needed to Provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies for adults, children, and infants until advanced emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over.
Course Length
This Instructor-led training (ILT) Lifeguarding course is conducted by a Red Cross-certified CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers instructor. There are no online sessions to complete. The total course instruction time, including the precourse session, is 6 hours, 40 minutes, not including breaks.
Participant Course Materials
American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers Participant’s Handbook (print or digital) Course participants must have access to their own manual throughout the course. When using a digital manual, a tablet or laptop should be used during class to ensure proper viewing.
Access to digital materials will be provided by the instructor of the course. Print materials are available on the Red Cross store (redcross.org/store).
Certification Requirements
To earn certification, participants must:
▪ Attend the entire course and participate in all class sessions.
▪ Actively participate in all course activities, including assuming various roles during skill practices, skill drills, activities and scenarios.
▪ Demonstrate proficiency in all skills.
▪ Pass the final written exam with a minimum grade of 80 percent.
▪ Pass the final skill assessment (team response scenario performing with multiple rescuer CPR and use of AED and BVM resuscitator).
Certification
Participants who successfully complete the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers course will be issued the following American Red Cross certificate: CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers that is valid for 2 years.
To maintain the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification, a currently certified CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer must successfully complete the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers Recertification Assessment online course prior to certificate expiration. A 30-day grace period may apply, but it does not extend the certification beyond the 2 years. Once the CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers certification is expired, a participant must successfully complete the American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers course or challenge course.

Lifeguard Review Class at Hood College
2025-08-30 09:00 - 19:00 | Frederick County (Hood College), 561 Hodson Dr, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
American Red Cross Lifeguard Review Classes are for individuals who are currently certified or recently expired lifeguards. This class requires the completion of all lifeguard skills and written tests. Students will need to bring their own CPR mask or will need to buy one at the class for $10. Students will be in the water for this class.
All Frederick classes with be located at Hood College. At Hood College, you can park in the student lot behind Gambrill Gymnasium or on Magnolia Avenue. The pool is in the blue and white fabric building next to the tennis courts. We will meet at the pool.
See you in class!
If you would like to access the lifeguard manual, here are the directions:
Lifeguarding Manual eBook

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Online Pool Operator Review Class
2025-09-03 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-17 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-09-20 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-10-01 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-15 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-10-25 09:00 - 13:00, 2025-11-05 08:00 - 12:00, 2025-11-19 08:00 - 12:00 and 3 more dates | GoTo Webinar
Janitor using Water Quality PH/CL2 Chlorine Tester Level Meter in Swimming Pool.
Aquatic Training & Consulting Service is excited to offer a 4-hour pool operator review course based on the National Model Aquatic Health Codes. This class will be offered as an instructor-led, virtual course through the GoToWebinar platform. This class is for currently certified operators that are about to expire or for previously certified operator that have expired inside the last 180 days.
We have had success with the online version of the course, but please be patient. Technology and internet connections can be frustrating to navigate at times. Please make sure that you have a strong internet connection and that nothing is streaming on your connection while you are participating in the training.
Students will be sent their webinar link two days prior to the course. Upon receiving the link, students should click on the link and fill out the registration page with the address where they would like to receive their certificate. GoToWebinar will send you a Join Webinar link via email the day of the training.
Here are the instructions that ATCS suggests students follow to access the training:

Please ensure you print your handbook before the class starts by accessing a pdf of your manual. Pre-register for the webinar through the web address provided to you via email.
During pre-registration, you will be asked for your physical mailing address. Kindly provide the address where you would like your certificate to be sent. After preregistering, you will receive an email with a link to access the training. You may also need to download the GoToWebinar software or app on your device; please do this prior to class.
It is important to be punctual for the class and allow a few minutes to log in. The class for new pool operators will take place from 8 am to 12 pm on weekdays and from 9 am to 1 pm on weekends. Class times are in Eastern Time Zone.
The review course will conclude with a 25-question quiz. Directions to access the test will be provided during the class.
If you need to contact the instructor, you can text him at 240-529-5774. In addition to the handbook, the online resource page contains valuable information.
Upon successful completion, ATCS will email a scanned copy of the original certificate the day after the class and send the original in the mail. Please note that some health departments require an original certificate. It is up to the student to find out if there health department requires further registration at local health department.

Thanks for trusting Aquatic Training & Consulting Service with your training.

Online Pool Operator Class
2025-09-03 08:00 - 2025-09-04 15:00, 2025-09-17 08:00 - 2025-09-18 15:00, 2025-09-20 09:00 - 2025-09-21 16:00, 2025-10-01 08:00 - 2025-10-02 15:00, 2025-10-15 08:00 - 2025-10-16 15:00, 2025-10-25 09:00 - 2025-10-26 16:00, 2025-11-05 08:00 - 2025-11-06 15:00, 2025-11-19 08:00 - 2025-11-20 15:00 and 3 more dates | GoTo Webinar
Aquatic Training & Consulting Service is excited to offer a two-day pool operator course based on the National Model Aquatic Health Codes. This class will be offered as an instructor-led, virtual course through the GoToWebinar platform.
We have had success with the online version of the course, but please be patient. Technology and internet connections can be frustrating to navigate at times. Please make sure that you have a strong internet connection and that nothing is streaming on your connection while you are participating in the training.
Students will be sent their webinar link two days prior to the course. Upon receiving the link, students should click on the link and fill out the registration page with the address where they would like to receive their certificate. GoToWebinar will send you a Join Webinar link via email the day of the training.
Here are the instructions that ATCS suggests students follow to access the training:

Please ensure you print your handbook before the class starts by accessing a pdf of your manual. Pre-register for the webinar through the web address provided to you via email.
During pre-registration, you will be asked for your physical mailing address. Kindly provide the address where you would like your certificate to be sent. After preregistering, you will receive an email with a link to access the training. You may also need to download the GoToWebinar software or app on your device; please do this prior to class.
It is important to be punctual for the class and allow a few minutes to log in. The class for new pool operators will take place from 8 am to 3 pm on weekdays and from 9 am to 4 pm on weekends. Class times are in Eastern Time Zone.
The test will be conducted online (100 questions for new operators) with a 2-hour time limit. Directions to access the test will be provided during the class.
If you need to contact the instructor, you can text him at 240-529-5774. In addition to the handbook, the online resource page contains valuable information.
Upon successful completion, ATCS will email a scanned copy of the original certificate the day after the class and send the original in the mail. Please note that some health departments require an original certificate. It is up to the student to find out if there health department requires further registration at local health department.

Thanks for trusting Aquatic Training & Consulting Service with your training.

Lifeguard Instructor Recertification Class
2025-09-07 09:00 - 16:30
The purpose of the American Red Cross r. 24 Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course is to give instructors the opportunity to review the course knowledge and skills within a formal course setting to maintain their American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification. Successfully completing this course is the only method for maintaining certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguarding instructor. Once expired by no longer than 2 years, candidates may take the Lifeguarding Instructor Crossover/Reentry course. Expired candidates may participate in Lifeguarding Instructor course.
Course Prerequisites
◼ Possess a current, or expired by no more than 1-year, American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor certification.
◼ Successfully complete the online session of the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course prior to the in-person session. Course Length The Lifeguarding Instructor recertification course is delivered in a blended learning format, consisting of an online session (completed independently by the candidate) and in-person sessions (led by an American Red Cross–certified instructor trainer).
◼ The online sessions for the instructor recertification course takes approximately 6-8 hours to complete. Note: the online sessions include two courses: o Basic-level Lifeguarding blended learning online content o Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification blended learning online content.
◼ The instruction time for the in-person session is 6 hours, 30 minutes.
Course Materials Lifeguarding instructor recertification candidates should review the following r. 24 American Red Cross course materials prior to attending the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course:
◼ Lifeguarding Instructor’s Manual (candidates should bring this manual, digital or print version, to the in-person session of the course).
◼ Lifeguarding Instructor’s Deck Book (optional)
◼ Lifeguarding Manual (digital or print version) November 2023 Successful Completion To successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course, the candidate must successfully:
◼ Complete the basic-level Lifeguarding Blended Learning course online session.
Complete the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course online session.
◼ Attend the entire course and participate in the in-person session.
◼ Complete the skill practice and polish session, demonstrating skills to the standard. o Entries and approaches o Active rescues at the surface o Passive rescues at the surface o Passive submerged rescues in shallow, moderate-depth and deep water o Feet-first and head-first surface dives in deep water o Rapid extrication using a backboard o Putting on gloves with wet hands o Two-rescuer CPR with AED for an adult o Surveillance and rotation procedures o Spinal motion restriction and extrication in shallow water o Multiple-Rescuer Team Response Scenarios
◼ Conduct one teaching assignment as part of the skill practice and polish session.
◼ Pass the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification Course written exam with a minimum score of 80 percent. Certification Candidates who successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course will be issued the following American Red Cross certificate: Lifeguarding Instructor, valid for 2 years.
To maintain the Lifeguarding Instructor certification, the instructor must successfully complete the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification blended learning course within the 2-year certification period. If the instructor certification is expired, the instructor is eligible to participate in the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course for up to, but no longer than, 1 year past the Lifeguarding instructor certification expiration date. This 1-year grace period applies only to achieving recertification. It does not extend the instructor certification and the instructor may not teach courses during this time.

Lifeguard Review Class at Health Unlimited
2025-10-26 10:00 - 20:00 | Health Unlimited, 103 Century Drive, Mt. Airy, MD, 21771
American Red Cross Lifeguard Review Classes are for individuals who are currently certified or recently expired lifeguards. This class requires the completion of all lifeguard skills and written tests. Students will need to bring their own CPR mask or will need to buy one at the class for $10. Students will be in the water for this class.
This Class will be held at Health Unlimited. We will meet at the pool.
There is no online component to this class.
See you in class!

If you would like to access the lifeguard manual, here are the directions:
Lifeguarding Manual eBook

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eReader Link: https://ebooks.redcrosslearningcenter.org/
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You will then be successfully routed to your eBook library, and you will find your Lifeguarding Manual eBook, with 11 separate chapters.

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If you have questions, please contact me directly at 240-529-5774.

Lifeguard Review Class at Hood College
2025-12-18 09:00 - 19:00, 2025-12-21 09:00 - 19:00 | Frederick County (Hood College), 561 Hodson Dr, Frederick, MD, 21701, United States
American Red Cross Lifeguard Review Classes are for individuals who are currently certified or recently expired lifeguards. This class requires the completion of all lifeguard skills and written tests. Students will need to bring their own CPR mask or will need to buy one at the class for $10. Students will be in the water for this class.
All Frederick classes with be located at Hood College. At Hood College, you can park in the student lot behind Gambrill Gymnasium or on Magnolia Avenue. The pool is in the blue and white fabric building next to the tennis courts. We will meet at the pool.
There is no online component to this class.
See you in class!

If you would like to access the lifeguard manual, here are the directions:
Lifeguarding Manual eBook

Access Code: [REDACTED]

eReader Link: https://ebooks.redcrosslearningcenter.org/
To view your eBook:

Copy your access code provided
Click the eReader link: https://ebooks.redcrosslearningcenter.org/
On the eReader page, to the right of “Sign In”, click “Access Code”.
Paste your access code in the access code
After submitting your access code, enter your full name, email, and set your password for the
You will then be successfully routed to your eBook library, and you will find your Lifeguarding Manual eBook, with 11 separate chapters.

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Click the eReader link provided
Login to your eReader
After logging in, on the top right side of your profile, click the plus
Paste your access code from this email into the access code field, and your new eBook will display in your library.

Once redeemed, your eBook will be visible on your bookshelf for two years. You can choose to read via mobile using our apps. Just download our eBook Apps offered for IOS and Android devices, and login to your account. For more information on our eBooks, visit our eBooks page or contact us for more information
If you have questions, please contact me directly at 240-529-5774.
