The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies, and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies to help victims of any age adults (about 12 years and older) and pediatric (infants and children up to 12 years of age). Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate of Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for two years.

This certification course covers the following modules:

• Adult CPR and AED
• Pediatric (Children and Infant) CPR and AED
• Choking
• Sudden illness
• Life-threatening bleeding
• Injuries and environmental emergencies

Course Information:

Certifying Agency: American Red Cross

Approximate Course Length: 4 hours (including 15-minute break)

Course Format: This course is offered in a blended format, which means you must complete the online portion before attending the in-person skills session. After you register for the course, you’ll receive a confirmation email that includes a link to the online training.

Note: This course does not fulfill the Aquatics Staff certification standards set by the YMCA of the USA or the American Red Cross.

The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns, cuts, scrapes, sudden illnesses, head, neck, back injuries, heat and cold emergencies and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies to help victims of any age – adults (about 12 years and older) and pediatric (infants and children up to 12 years of age). Students who successfully complete this course will receive a certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED, valid for two years.

This certification course covers the following modules:

• Adult CPR and AED
• Pediatric (Child and Infant) CPR and AED
• Choking
• Sudden Illness
• Life-Threatening Bleeding
• Injuries and Environmental Emergencies

Course Information:

Certifying Agency: American Red Cross

Approximate In-Person Course Length: 4 hours

Course Format: Blended Learning (3-hour self-paced online learning followed by a 4-hour in-person skills session).

*This course does not meet training standards for aquatics staff under YMCA of the USA or American Red Cross Standards.*

The American Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED program provides participants with the knowledge and skills they need to recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing and first aid emergencies. The blended learning course is divided into two sessions: an online session and a subsequent in-person session.

Participants are required to complete the online session prior to attending the in-person session. During the
in-person session, participants are required to demonstrate skill competency during skill practices and testing
scenarios.

This certification course covers the following modules:

• Course Introduction and Foundations
• Adult Cardiac Emergencies and CPR/AED
• Pediatric (Child and Infant) Cardiac Emergencies and CPR/AED
• Choking
• Life-Threatening Bleeding
• Injuries and Environmental Emergencies

Course Information:

Certifying Agency: American Red Cross

Approximate In-Person Course Length: 4 hours (Including a 15-minute break)

Course Format: Blended Training (online & in-person)

*This course does not meet training standards for aquatics staff under YMCA of the USA or American Red Cross Standards. *

The American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers (CPRO) program trains individuals with a duty to act including lifeguards, EMS personnel, police, security personnel, firefighters and athletic trainers—to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. This course is also intended for individuals serving in roles that would be called upon to provide support in emergency situations, such as aquatic facility, gym/fitness club or community/recreation center staff. Members of the community are also welcome to take this course to obtain a CPR certification.

The certification obtained from successful completion of this course is valid for 2 years from the date of the training upon successful completion of all Red Cross course requirements. Registration alone does not guarantee certification.

This course is taught in a blended format, which requires all participants to complete a 2-hour online learning prior to the in-person skills session. An email with more information will be sent within 72 hours of registration to the email address on the account used to register.

This course is not designed to meet the regulatory requirements for California Child Care staff. This course meets requirements outlined by YMCA of the USA and American Red Cross for Aquatics certifications.

Course Fact Sheet – CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers

The American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers (CPRO) program trains individuals with a duty to act including lifeguards, EMS personnel, police, security personnel, firefighters and athletic trainers—to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies in adults, children and infants until more advanced medical personnel take over. This course is also intended for individuals serving in roles that would be called upon to provide support in emergency situations, such as aquatic facility, gym/fitness club or community/recreation center staff. Members of the community are also welcome to take this course to obtain a CPR certification.

The certification obtained from successful completion of this course is valid for 2 years from the date of the training upon successful completion of all Red Cross course requirements. Registration alone does not guarantee certification.

This course is not designed to meet the regulatory requirements for California Child Care staff. This course meets requirements outlined by YMCA of the USA and American Red Cross for Aquatics certifications.

The primary purpose of the courses in the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program is to provide participants with the knowledge and skills needed to:

• Prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies.
• Provide professional-level care for breathing and cardiac emergencies, injuries, and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) professionals take over.

To participate in the Lifeguarding course, participants must:

• Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the Lifeguarding course.
• Successfully complete the two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations:
  • Prerequisite 1: Complete a swim-tread-swim sequence without stopping to rest:
    • Jump into the water and totally submerge, resurface then swim 150 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.
    • Swim 50 yards using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both.
  • Prerequisite 2: 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).
    • Submerge to a depth of 7 – 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, 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.

Course Schedule

Sunday, August 2, 2026 – 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Saturday, August 8, 2026 – 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Sunday, August 9, 2026 – 9:00 am – 6:00 pm

Registration for this class does not guarantee certification. For certification participants must attend all sessions and complete the online learning, as well as pass the final assessments and demonstrate proficiency in all required skills.

The purpose of the Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer Recertification course is to give instructors and instructor trainers the opportunity to review the course knowledge and skills within a formal course setting in order to maintain their American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor or Instructor Trainer certification. Successfully completing this course is the only method for maintaining certification as an American Red Cross Lifeguarding instructor or instructor trainer.

Prerequisites

To participate in the Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer Recertification course, candidates must provide proof of a current (or expired by no more than 1 year) American Red Cross Lifeguarding Instructor or Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer certification. Instructors and instructor trainers whose certification was revoked or withdrawn for any reason are not eligible to participate.

Course Delivery Method

The Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer Recertification course is available only as a blended learning course. Recertification candidates are required to complete the basic-level Lifeguarding online course content in addition to the Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification course online session (for instructor recertification candidates) or the Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer Recertification course online session (for instructor trainer recertification candidates). Instructor and instructor trainer recertification candidates then participate together in the same in-person session of the Lifeguarding Instructor/Instructor Trainer Recertification course.

Course Location

This class is held at the Santa Paula Union High School (404 North 6th Street, Santa Paula, CA 93060).

Course Fee

Lifeguarding Instructor Recertification – $175 (member) / $200 (non-member)

Lifeguarding Instructor Trainer Recertification – $225 (member) / $250 (non-member)

Basic-Level Lifeguarding Certification (Add-On) – $50

This course awards the YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor Certification. After successful completion of this course, instructors will be able to identify components of the YMCA Swim Lessons continuum, demonstrate the behaviors of an effective YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor, maintain an inclusive environment of learning while keeping order in a positive and safe environment, employ swim teaching techniques that break down the critical features of a swimmer’s skill progression at any age and stage and demonstrate the swim instructor’s role in the safety process and during an emergency.

Candidates must be able to tread water for two minutes and demonstrate Stage 5 proficiency in at least four of the following six strokes by swimming 25 yards of each: Front Crawl, Breaststroke, Sidestroke, Butterfly, Elementary Backstroke, and Backstroke.

Prerequisites for Enrollment (click on class names for upcoming offerings):

• CPR for Professional Rescuers Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Emergency Oxygen Certification
• YMCA Swim Lessons Instructor v6 Prerequisite Certification
  • Principles of Youth Development (e-learning)
  • Orientation (e-learning)
  • Observe & Communicate (e-learning)

Upon completion of payment, you will be emailed the link to register for the YMCA Swim Lesson Instructor v6 course in the YMCA of the USA’s Learning and Career Development Center (LCDC).