Lifeguard Re-Certification
THE EXPERIENCE
Keep your lifeguarding knowledge and skills current with our Lifeguard Recertification Course. Designed for currently certified Red Cross lifeguards who meet the applicable recertification requirements, this course reinforces essential lifeguarding rescue techniques, emergency response procedures, CPR/AED, and First Aid.
STEP BY STEP
Complete the required online learning before attending your scheduled in-person session. This portion introduces the knowledge and concepts you’ll need to understand before practicing your skills. Online learning is a 16 module course designed to teach all components of the lifeguard course.
Step 2: In-Person Training
Work directly with an instructor to practice water rescues, surveillance techniques, CPR/AED, First Aid, and other required lifesaving skills. You’ll apply what you learned online through hands-on exercises and practical scenarios.
Final Assessment
To complete the course, participants must successfully meet the required skills assessments and pass the written examination with 80%. All applicable course prerequisites and certification requirements must be met.
TRAINING DETAILS
Course Length is about 9 ½ hours in duration. Beginning the first Sunday of every month with credential verification, a competency test of a 200 Yard swim and a 2-minute tread with no hands, and a timed brick retrieval. The remaining time will follow a series of in-person water skills and on land practical skills needed to complete the lifeguarding recertification course. Plan for a ~9 hour day with appropriate breaks and lunch in between.
- Duration – Your training consists of a 1-Day Program.
- Day 1 Sunday @ Guaynabo 8am-6:30pm – Credentials check, and Swim Competency of a 200 Yard swim and a 2-minute tread with no hands, and a timed brick retrieval. Water and land based skills touch up, final skills rescue assessments, written test.
WHAT’S INCLUDED
This experience service includes:
- Excellent Facilities – Gift shop, lockers, restroom, showers, storage, swings, and seating area
- Theory Review – Thorough group discussions on scenario reviews, safety guidelines, and EFR procedures
- Training Equipment – Hand-on gear like manikins (adult, infant), AED trainers, face shields / masks, disposable gloves, and others
- Certified Professionals – PADI Instructors; fully trained and certified
- EFR Certification – Processing fee to generate the required digital certificate
WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Consider the following options for your adventure:
- Rescue Gear – As an emergency responder, we strongly recommend that you have your own gear. This will make you a better rescuer, ready to respond when the time comes. For this reason, Scuba Dogs offers a 20% discount on all items purchased before beginning your training. The required gear is a Pocket Mask, whistle, cutting device, and basic first aid kit.
- Transportation – Rental car, taxi or Uber are recommended
CRITERIA TO JOIN
All participants must meet the following requirements for this service:
- Skills – This course is for Red Cross Lifeguards with valid license and ability to complete prerequisite skills of 200-yard swim on front, timed brick retrieval, and 2 minutes of treading without use of arms
- Age – 15 years Old
- Guardian Approval – Minors under 18 years old must obtain an adult guardian approval to participate
- Safety First – All participants must be in good health. Kindly fill out and submit this medical waiver to confirm you are safe. If you have a health issue, you are required to see your physician for a medical approval.
- Liability Release – All trainings always have a certain level of risk, thus a liability release must be filled and signed by all participants
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Following are answers to some of the most common questions and concerns:
- Can I take the recertification course if my certification has expired?
Yes, provided your American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification expired no more than 30 days ago. If it expired more than 30 days ago, you must take the full Lifeguarding certification course instead. Verify your expiration date before registering. - Do I need to repeat the swimming test and final assessments?
Yes. Recertification requires you to demonstrate that you still meet the swimming prerequisites and can perform the required lifesaving skills. You must participate in the course activities, pass the practical assessments, and score at least 80% on the required written examinations. - How long will my renewed lifeguarding certification remain valid?
After successfully completing the recertification course, your American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification is renewed for two years. The course reviews and assesses water rescues, CPR/AED, first aid, and other required emergency-response skills.