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American Red Cross Classes

Throughout the year we offer a variety of classes such as CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Water Safety Instructor, and Lifeguard Training. For more information and dates, call our aquatics manager at (865) 531-5140.

Water Safety Instructor
This course includes Water Safety Instructor Certification and Instructor Candidate Training. All required course material is provided.

CPR-PR / AED
Teaches professional rescuers the skills needed to respond appropriately to breathing and cardiac emergencies, including the use of automated external defibrillation for victims of sudden cardiac arrest.

    You will learn:
    • The role of the professional rescuer in the EMS system
    • Understand the Emergency Action Principles when providing emergency care for a victim
    • Learn how to recognize and care for breathing and cardiac emergencies
    • Learn how to us an automated external defibrillator (AED)
CPR Re-certification
Participant must come ready to take the written test and demonstrate all skills successfully. To set up an appointment for the re-cert call our aquatics manager at (865) 531-5735.

Lifeguard Instructor (LGI)
All required course material will be provided.

    Course Prerequisites:
    • Must be 17 years old.
    • Pass the pre-test (written & practical)
    • Demonstrate all skills (CPRPR, First Aid, & LGT)

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