Juneau Pools offers summer certification courses for lifeguards and swim instructors

~ Juneau Pools, a popular aquatic center in the city, is offering two certification courses this spring for individuals interested in working in aquatics. The courses, Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification and American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, will be hosted at the Dimond Park Aquatic Center and provide participants with nationally recognized credentials. What's more, these courses are free for those who apply for employment with Juneau Pools.

The Water Safety Instructor (WSI) Certification Course will take place from Monday to Friday, June 2-6, with daily sessions from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. This course is designed to prepare individuals to teach Red Cross swim lessons and educate others on water safety. To be eligible for this course, participants must be at least 15 years old by the last day of class and must pass a pre-course swim test. This test includes demonstrating various swim strokes, floating or sculling for one minute, and treading water. Those interested in taking the test can schedule an appointment with Ellen Johnston at (907) 586-0839 ext. 4148.

It is important to note that full attendance at all sessions is mandatory in order to receive certification. Registration for this course is currently open and will close on Tuesday, May 27. However, space is limited to only six participants.

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For those looking to become certified lifeguards, Juneau Pools is also offering a Lifeguard Certification Course from Tuesday to Friday, May 27-30. The classes will run from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day and upon successful completion of the training, participants will receive an American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification that is valid for two years. This course is open to individuals who are at least 15 years old by the last day of the course and includes a mandatory pre-course swim test consisting of a 200-yard swim, a 10-foot brick retrieval, and two minutes of treading water. Registration for this course is open now and will close on Tuesday, May 20. However, space is limited to only ten participants.

Juneau Pools is currently hiring part-time lifeguards for both the Dimond Park Aquatic Center and Augustus G. Brown Swimming Pool. With flexible shifts available throughout the day, this is a great opportunity for individuals looking to work in aquatics.

For those who are not applying for employment with Juneau Pools, the standard fee for Lifeguard Certification is $250 and $400 for Water Safety Instructor Certification. Registration for both courses can be done through the CBJ Parks & Recreation Registration Catalog at bit.ly/registerCBJparks under the "Juneau Pools" tab.

For more information or any questions regarding these courses, please contact Aquatics Programming Coordinator Ellen Johnston at (907) 586-0839 ext. 4148. Don't miss out on this opportunity to gain valuable skills and certifications with Juneau Pools!

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