Lifeguard training course begins Nov. 7
Lifeguard training by the American Red Cross will be held Monday evenings from Nov. 7 through Dec. 19.
The Mahoning County Chapter of the American Red Cross meets the lifeguard training needs of Mahoning County as well as Hubbard, Liberty and Girard in Trumbull County.
The American Red Cross Lifeguarding course includes modules in professional rescuer CPR, first aid, bloodborne pathogens/preventing disease transmission as well as safety and water rescue.
To be eligible for the lifeguard training course, candidates must:
UBe 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course.
USuccessfully perform all the skills in the lifeguard pre-course session. The session includes a 600-yard continuous swim using various stroke techniques.
This course has been pushed back one week from what was previously announced.
Class size is limited. Call the Mahoning Chapter of the American Red Cross to register at (330) 726-6063.