Salem High School – Lifeguarding

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Recommended for Grades 10-12. Must be at least 15 years of age and pass an entry level swim test. This course follows the American Red Cross Lifeguarding requirements. This includes the passing of a proficiency test, set up by the American Red Cross, to be eligible for continued enrollment. Although the development of Lifeguarding skills is important, of equal importance is the part of the course devoted to classroom information related to Lifeguarding, CPR, AED, First-aid, and Blood Born Pathogens certification. The course is a combination of skill development and discussion. It will help the student become a highly skilled individual with a positive attitude toward safety while in, on or about the water. The objective of the course is to provide the individual with the knowledge and skills designed to save his or her life or the life of another in the event of an emergency. This is a physical contact class.