Overland High School – Lifeguard Training

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Prerequisite: 15 years or old/pass swim proficiency test Course Length: 1 Semester Credit: 1½ Unit The lifeguard training course provides students with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide care for breathing and cardiac emergencies injuries and sudden illnesses until EMS personnel take over. The lifeguard class includes comprehensive training in-water rescues, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and first-aid skills. Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate skills throughout the course in order to obtain an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification. Students will need advanced swim fitness and comfortability with deep submersion for the lifeguard skill requirements. The fee for this class covers the textbook, lifeguard pack, pocket mask and upon completing all Red Cross skills assessments, a certification good for two years. Students must be 15 years of age or older and pass a swim test. Additional fees will be required.