PHED 394 - Lifeguard Training

Institution:

Eastern Washington University

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Description:

Prerequisites: (1) Swim 500 yds. continuously, using each of the following strokes for 100 yds. each: front crawl, breaststroke and sidestroke; remaining 200 yds. student's choice. No time requirement for this skill; (2) Submerge to a minimum of 7 ft. and retrieve a 10 pound object and return with it to the surface. No time requirement for this skill; (3) Tread water for two minutes using legs only. These skills will be tested the first class session. A nationally certified course for Eastern Washington University students designed to teach lifeguard candidates the skills and knowledge needed to prevent emergencies and respond to aquatic emergencies (Professionalism, Prevention, Aquatic Rescues, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, First-aid and Spinal Injury Management). This course certification (National American Red Cross Lifeguarding) will prepare and qualify students for aquatic employment throughout the United States.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ewu.edu

Phone Number:

(509) 359-6200

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Quarter

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