Be A HERO, Save A LIFE!
Good news! The Red Cross program at UVAC is proud to announce that it is rolling out the newest Lifeguard and CPR updates!
The Red Cross has incorporated the latest in information, techniques, and science into their newest update, r.24. We are excited to teach you these updates in terminology, rescues, scanning procedures, and in-depth recognition skills. All our instructors are up to date with their certifications and ready to go. Thus, the course schedule has been updated to reflect the Red Cross standards.
The two most important and exciting changes are the Waterfront module and the Recertification course. The waterfront module is now a one day stand alone 6 hour course with a focus on skills practice. It is a completely instructor only course with no online portion. If you have a lifeguard certification already and want to get certified to guard ponds, lakes, and rivers, this course is for you. The Lifeguard Recertification is now 15 hours spanning the weekend. The prices have been updated as well to reflect the changes and instructor costs.
Red Cross Courses & Financial Aid
Adult and Pediatric CPR/AED/First Aid Certification/Recertification
This CPR/AED First Aid Certification course is designed for regular people who want to learn how to save lives in an emergency. This course is also made for those looking to be re-certified to have the latest protocols on how to save a life.
Prerequisite: Complete the 2.5 hour online course that is sent out one week prior to the start of the course (online materials can be sent out earlier than one week upon request).
**This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll**
Dates & Pricing
Dates
January 12, 2025
Sunday 12:00pm - 2:00 pm
February 23, 2025
Sunday 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
March 30, 2025
Sunday 12:00pm - 2:30 pm
April 27, 2025
Sunday 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
June 1, 2025
Sunday 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
June 22, 2025
Sunday 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
August 17, 2025
Sunday 12:00pm - 2:30 pm
September 28, 2025
Sunday 10:00 am - 12:30 pm
Prices
Members & Non-Members
Fee is $130
Basic Life Support
This Basic Life Support course is designed to train professionals to respond to cardiac and breathing emergencies for adult, child, and infant victims.
Prerequisites: Complete the 3-hour online course that is sent out one week prior to the start of the course (online materials can be sent out earlier than one week upon request).
**This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll**
Dates, Times & Pricing
Dates/Times
September 14, 2025
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
Price
Members & Non-Members
Fee is $120
Lifeguard Certification
(Optional Waterfront or Shallow Water)
Earn your Lifeguard Certification from Red Cross Certified Trainers at Upper Valley Aquatic Center. Our courses reflect the latest techniques based on science and best practices to ensure that you are properly trained and prepared for emergencies in and around the water. Learn essential lifeguard skills including CPR/AED/First Aid, with the most up-to-date protocols and be ready for a job as a Lifeguard.
Prerequisites: Complete the 9-hour online course that is sent out one week prior to the start of the course (online materials can be sent out earlier than one week upon request), ability to swim continuously 150 yards straight into a 2 minute tread with no hands back into a last 50 yard swim, and complete a timed drill diving for a weighted brick. Must be 15 years or older.
Classroom portion of training will be held over a three day period.
**This is a blended learning class and requires access to a computer to enroll**
Dates, Times & Pricing
Dates/Times
December 13 – December 15, 2024:
Friday 4:00 pm - 7:30pm, Saturday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, and Sunday 7:30 am - 4:30pm
March 21 – March 23, 2025:
Friday 4:00 pm - 7:30pm, Saturday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, and Sunday 7:30 am - 4:30pm
May 9 – May 11, 2025:
Friday 4:00 pm - 7:30pm, Saturday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, and Sunday 7:30 am - 4:30pm
June 6 – June 8, 2025:
Friday 4:00 pm - 7:30pm, Saturday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, and Sunday 7:30 am - 4:30pm
July 11 – July 13, 2025:
Friday 4:00 pm - 7:30pm, Saturday 7:30 am - 5:30 pm, and Sunday 7:30 am - 4:30pm
ADDITIONAL
Waterfront Certification/Re-Certification $160.00
May 24, 2025:
Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Waterfront Certification $160
June 9, 2025:
Monday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Waterfront Certification $160.00
July 14, 2025:
Monday 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Price
Members & Non-Members
- Lifeguard Fee is $370 - Pick one three-day session.
- Sign up for Lifeguarding and Waterfront at the same time to get the waterfront discounted rate of $140
- Waterfront stand alone Fee $160
Lifeguard Recertifications
Refresh your lifeguard skills with the most up-to-date protocols. (Optional Waterfront)
Prerequisites: Ability to swim 150 yards straight into a 2 minute tread back into a 50 yard swim and complete a timed drill diving for a weighted brick.
Dates, Times & Pricing
Lifeguard Recertification
May 17 – May 18, 2025:
Saturday 9:00am – 3:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm
March 1 - March 2, 2025:
Saturday 8:00am - 3:00pm, Sunday 8:00am - 3:00pm
June 14 – June 15, 2025:
Saturday 9:00am – 3:00pm, Sunday 9:00am – 1:00pm
Price
Members & Non-Members
- Fee is $255
- Pick one weekend.
- If you want to re-certify Waterfront as well, let us know, we can do it at the same time.
Deep Water & Waterfront Recertifications
Deep Water Recertification $255.00
January 4, 2025:
Saturday 7:30am – 5:30pm
Deep Water Recertification $255.00
May 17 & 18, 2025:
Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm & Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm
Waterfront Recertification Add On $160.00
May 24, 2025 Saturday 9:00am – 3:00pm
Deep Water Recertification $255.00
June 14 & 15, 2025:
Saturday 9:00am – 1:00pm & Sunday 9:00am - 3:00pm
Waterfront Recertification Add On $160.00
June 15, 2025: Saturday 1:00pm – 3:00pm
Babysitting Certification
Babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly provide care for children and infants. For adolescents who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly provide care for children and infants.
Prerequisites: None, but it should be noted that the course is designed for 11-16 year olds.
Dates, Times & Pricing
Dates/Times
February 8 – February 9, 2025:
Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
May 3 – May 4, 2025:
Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am - 12:00 pmm
August 2 – August 3, 2025:
Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am - 12:00 pm
Price
Members & Non-Members
- Fee: $120
- Pick one two-day session
Remote Wilderness First Aid
This Remote Wilderness First Aid course teaches advanced skills to be used in emergencies when help from professional first responders may be far away. Course length is 16 hours, taught over two days.
Prerequisites: Must be at least 14 years old and hold current adult CPR/AED certification.
Offered to Large Groups by Request
Topics include:
- Primary and Secondary Assessments
- Head/Brain, Neck and Spinal Injuries
- Heat-Related Emergencies
- Hypothermia
- Altitude-Related Illnesses
- Allergies and Anaphylaxis
- Burns
- Bone and Joint Injuries
- Wounds and Wound Infection
Please contact Erin Renninger for more information: 802-296-2850 ext 109 or erenninger@uvacswim.org
Train With UVAC And Get A Great Job At The Same Time
The Upper Valley Aquatic Center offers Red Cross Financial aid in the form of free tuition to participants interested in working as lifeguards for Upper Valley Aquatic Center. In order to be considered please follow these steps:
- Send in your job application to Lifeguard
- Satisfy all requirements for certification.
- If you are not certified, ask the Aquatics Director how you can get certified with the help of UVAC.
- Get a great job at Upper Valley Aquatic Center!
Please contact Danielle Babineau for more information: 802-296-2850 ext 109 or dbabineau@uvacswim.org
Refund Policy
A non-refundable payment reserves your spot in the course with the following exceptions:
- If UVAC or the Red Cross cancels the program (including for weather) we will issue a FULL refund
- If the enrolled student does not pass the swim test, they will be given a three-month grace period to take another course, but no money will be refunded
- If the student cancels with LESS THAN A TWO WEEK notice, only a 50% refund will be issued or the student may choose a full credit for the next class
- If the enrolled student does not pass the course upon completion of all sessions they will be given a 10% discount to take another course, but no money will be refunded
- A class can only be deferred one time. After one deferral the course must be completed or the student voids the registration.
FAQs
- American Red Cross courses will meet in the lobby of UVAC, at their designated time, unless otherwise directed.
- E-learning materials will be disseminated 7 days prior to the course. E-learning materials come from phsSALESFORCE and often end up in your spam folder. If you do not receive your e- learning materials, please contact Erin Renninger 802-296-2850 ext 109 or erenninger@uvacswim.org for assistance.
- Please utilize Google Chrome for your e-learning materials as other platforms do not interface well.
- E-learning materials take between 2-7 hours to complete depending on the course.
- You must show proof of e-learning completion in order to gain admittance into the class. The Red Cross system is designed to show instructors you progress, however, it is not always accurate. Please screenshot your completion certificate at the end of the course.
- As part of your class, you will receive a digital copy of the course handbook.
- You MUST attend the scheduled class in its entirety.
- Be prepared-bring a drink and a snack (or lunch if you are taking a lifeguard course). Glass containers are prohibited on UVAC premises.
- For the lifeguard course, specifically, a swimsuit is required. Please make sure that it is secure.
- Also for the lifeguard class, bring a few changes of clothes and a few towels. This will make you more comfortable.
UVAC Red Cross Instructors
For more information, contact Erin Renninger
802-296-2850 ext 109
