ARC Lifeguard Crossover Course – Shallow
R. 24 Lifeguarding Crossover Course
The purpose of the Lifeguarding crossover courses for Lifeguarding (including deep water 7’ or deeper) or Shallow Water Lifeguarding is to provide participants with a current lifeguarding certification from an approved equivalent training organization the opportunity to participate in an abbreviated course to obtain an American Red Cross Lifeguarding or Shallow water Lifeguarding certification.
Shallow Water Lifeguarding Prerequisites:
▪ Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
• Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 50 yards
using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both. (Swimming on
the back or side is not permitted. Swim goggles are allowed)
• Maintain position at the surface of the water for 2 minutes by treading
water using only the legs, floating or both
• Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both
▪ Prerequisite 2: Complete a timed event within 50 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 4 – 7 feet to retrieve a
10-pound object.
• Return to the surface and walk or 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.
Approximately 6 hours of online learning and 8 hours in person.
Certification:
Shallow Water Lifeguarding (Up to , 6 or 7 feet) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid that is valid for 2 years.
Please note:
There are no refunds once you register and payment has been received. This policy includes students who do not pass their prerequisites or do not attend all classes for the entire duration of class, do not pass Red Cross required skills with proficiency or do not pass the written final with a minimum score of 80 percent.
Transfer Fee:
If you do not pass the prerequisites, you are entitled to transfer the course to a later date. You must complete a transfer request form and pay the $45 fee to schedule a future class within 6 months of the original registration.
