Prerequisites are ability to: (1) swim continuously for 500 yards for a minimum of 100 yards each of crawl/freestyle, breaststroke, and sidestroke; (2) submerge to a minimum of 7 feet, retrieve a 10-pound object and return it to the surface; (3) tread water for 2 minutes using legs only; and (4) be 15 years old by the first class. Covers materials required to earn the American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification, including CPR for Professional Rescuer, Community First Aid, and swimming and rescue skills. Lecture 1 hour. Laboratory 2 hours. Total 3 hours per week.