KINE 2255 - Water Safety Instructor

Institution:

South Texas College

Subject:

Kinesiology (KINE)

Description:

CRT HRS:02 LEC HRS:01 LAB HRS:02 This advanced aquatic activity course focuses on advanced knowledge, skills, and strategies leading toward American Red Cross Lifeguard certification. Students are introduced to water safety instructor (WSI) training, including developing and mastering aquatic-related teaching skills designed to prevent aquatic accidents and save lives; learn organizational and presentation skills. Emphasis is placed on safety, teaching swim/rescue skills, reinforcing and integrating the components of fitness/wellness, and exploring associated educational resources. Promoting certification as an enjoyable, viable life-long fitness or recreational occupation is stressed. Prerequisite: Current Lifeguard certification or KINE 1253 or permission from the department.

Credits:

2.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

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Institution Website:

www.southtexascollege.edu

Phone Number:

(956) 872-8311

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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