Lifeguard Certification - Ellis & Associates

Liberty Parks & Rec uses Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program to certify our lifeguards and other participants interested in obtaining their lifeguard training certification. The course fee includes adult, child, and infant CPR plus all test costs. Participants are taught how to anticipate, recognize, and respond to an aquatic emergency. Skills obtained during this program include rescue techniques for a guest in distress on the surface of the water, below the surface, and fully submerged (conscious and unconscious). Other program skills taught include the application of supplemental oxygen, the use of a bag-valve-mask, first aid, and AED application.

Certification Course

• March 11-13, 2022  |  Apr. 22-24  | May 13-15
• Friday, 6-10 p.m.
• Saturday and Sunday, 9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
• ages 15 and older

Recertification Course

Participants applying for re-certification should plan to attend the re-certification session listed below. However, if you are unable to attend on the re-certification date, you may attend a new certification session on Sunday at the re-certification price. Please note, recertification is only for individuals who currently have a valid Ellis & Associates certification and is not expired by 45 days.

• March 13, 2022  |  Apr. 24  |  May 8  |  May 15
• Sunday
• ages 15 and older
• 9 a.m.-5 p.m.

Before registering, please check the facility in which you wish to work regarding their client status. This program is not recommended for facilities not approved by Ellis & Associates Inc.