Recreational Services

LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR

The Lifeguarding Instructor (LGI) course trains instructor candidates to teach American Red Cross student-level courses including Lifeguarding, Waterpark Skills, and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers. 

Prerequisites:

  • Instructor candidates must be at least 17 years of age by the course end date
  • Candidates must show American Red Cross lifeguarding certification and professional-rescuer CPR/AED certification, both of which must be current (not expired) as of the first day of the instructor course
  • Candidates must complete online pre-course homework (see below) prior to the first day of the course
  • Candidates must pass pre-course testing on skills and knowledge at the beginning of the instructor course
Pre-course Homework (Online)
The Lifeguarding Instructor course includes required online pre-course homework.
 

All class materials and supplies will be provided. Participants should bring: pencils, highlighters, one piece swimsuit, googles, and towel to each session.

Cost:

Students/Members: $210
Non-Members: $220

Lifeguard Instructor Review courses available by request. To learn more email jacob.rasmussen@utoledo.edu.

Last Updated: 7/15/24