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Refund Policy

An 80% refund will be given for cancellations received in writing (postal mail or email) granted the request is received 10 days prior to the start of the course. A 50% refund or a complimentary transfer to another Aquatics Training School course will be permitted if a refund is requested with less than 10 days left to the start of the course or if a candidate fails to successfully complete the prerequisites of the course they have registered for. We strongly suggest students practice swimming for these courses well in advance of the course start date.

Course Materials

All class fees include the costs of course materials such as books, hip packs, certification cards, and blended learning fees. All materials are distributed on the first day of the class to candidates that have successfully completed the course prerequisite requirements.

Pretests

Some American Red Cross courses such as the Lifeguard Training and WSI courses, require a pretest as part of the course. These pretests take place the first scheduled day of the course. We strongly suggest students practice swimming for these courses well in advance of the course start date.

Proof of Age

The American Red Cross mandates that candidates show valid proof of age by the second class meeting for those courses that have minimum age requirements. We are not permitted to waive the minimum age requirements for any of our training courses.

Certification/Completion of Course

Although our goal as instructors is to help students successfully complete their certification goals, students are sometimes not able to adequately complete the stated requirements for the course. Payment of the course fee and participation in class does not guarantee certification; students must successfully complete all course objectives in order to be certified. If you and/or your child have questions or concerns regarding your/their ability to pass this course, please contact the Aquatics Department PRIOR to registering.

Lifeguard Training Full Course(r.17) Blended Learning Course (HSSAQU402)

The purpose of this course is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants 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 emergency medical services (EMS) personnel take over. Please note, this is a blended learning course. This course consists of classroom and online assignments.

The JCC will provide you with a prepaid blended learning link 3-5 days prior to the start of the course for you to register for the blended learning component through the American Red Cross. After successful completion of the course an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED will be issued. These certifications are valid for 2 years.

**COURSE WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE BRIDGEWATER JCC AS WELL AS AN OFF SITE LOCATION. BLENDED LEARNING AND INFORMATION REGARDING OFF SITE LOCATION WILL BE GIVEN PRIOR TO START OF CLASS.**

Prerequisites for this course include:

  • Must be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course
  • Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. Candidates may swim using the front crawl breaststroke or a combination of both but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.
  • Tread water for 3 minutes using only the legs. Candidates should place their hands under the armpits.
  • Complete a timed event within 1 minute, 40 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 headfirst to a depth of 6-10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to the surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath. Candidates should not swim the distance under water. Exit the water without using a ladder or stairs.

Member $325  |  Non-member $400

American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor Blended Learning Course (r.14) (HSSAQU808)

This course will train instructor candidates to teach water safety, including the Basic Water Rescue and Personal Water Safety courses, six levels of Learn-To-Swim, three levels of Preschool Aquatics and two levels of Parent and Child Aquatics. Please note, this is a blended learning course. This course consists of classroom and online assignments.

The JCC will provide you with a prepaid blended learning link 3-5 days prior to the start of the course for you to register for the blended learning component through the American Red Cross. After successful completion of the course an American Red Cross certificate for Water Safety Instructor will be issued. These certifications are valid for 2 calendar years. All authorizations expire on December 31 of each year. Initial authorization may be for less or more time depending on when training is completed. 

Prerequisites for this course include:

  • Be at least 16 years of age on or before the last day of the instructor course
  • Successfully complete the Precourse section

Member $340  |  Non-member $415

Lifeguard Training Instructor Blended Learning Course (r.17) (HSSAQU803)

Trains lifeguarding instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross Lifeguarding, Lifeguarding Blended Learning, Shallow Water Lifeguarding, Aquatic Attraction Lifeguarding, Waterpark Skills, CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Bloodborne Pathogens Training. Note: To teach Waterfront Skills, Lifeguarding instructors must possess a basic-level Waterfront Skills certificate Prerequisites: Minimum age: 17 years, Possess a current Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED, An equivalent certificate from another organization, Complete the Online Session for the Lifeguarding Instructor course and complete the precourse session.

This course consists of classroom and online assignments. The JCC will provide you with a prepaid blended learning link the week 3-5 days prior to the start of the course for you to register for the blended learning component through the American Red Cross. After successful completion of the course an American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED instructor will be issued. These certifications are valid for 2 years.

 **COURSE WILL TAKE PLACE AT THE BRIDGEWATER JCC AS WELL AS AN OFF SITE LOCATION. BLENDED LEARNING AND INFORMATION REGARDING OFF SITE LOCATION WILL BE GIVEN PRIOR TO START OF CLASS.**

Prerequisites for this course include:

  • Be at least 17 years old on or before the last day of the course.
  • Possess one of the following:
    1. A current American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid/CPR/AED
    2. A Current American Red Cross certificate for Lifeguarding/First Aid and either an American Red Cross certificate for CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer or an American Red Cross certificate for CPR/AED for Lifeguards.
    3. An equivalent certificate from another organization.
  • Successfully complete the Precourse section (online Orientation to the Red Cross, online Orientation to the Lifeguarding course, and the online Lifeguarding Instructor Precourse exam with an 80 percent score or better.

Member $340  |  Non-member $415