Washington State University

University Recreation

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training

Lifeguard Training

Learn to prevent, prepare for, and respond to aquatic emergencies with University Recreation's American Red Cross Lifeguard Training. Through classroom lecture and hands-on practice, you'll learn:

  • Surveillance skills to help you recognize and prevent injuries
  • Rescue skills - in the water and on land
  • First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer training 
  • Professional lifeguard responsibilities such as customer service, problem solving, and general safety

For more general information and prerequisite requirements please visit the American Red Cross national website. 

For information on becoming a University Recreation Lifeguard, please contact (509)335-UREC (8732) or aquatics@wsu.edu. 

Register early for classes in Spring 2009!

Current Offerings

There are no items available for registration at this time.

University Recreation, PO Box 641830, Washington State University, Pullman WA 99164-1830 | (509) 335-8732 | urecweb@wsu.edu