BARTOLONE'S LIFEGUARD
& CPR TRAINING LLC
Serving Central New Jersey & Eastern Pennsylvania
Safety Training for Swim Coaches
About the Class
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The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Safety Training for Swim Coaches course is to teach those involved in competitive swimming, including coaches, officials, athletic trainers and
aquatic exercise trainers, how to help maintain a safe and comfortable environment for swimmers, prevent accidents and emergencies, and respond to swimmers with illnesses or injuries in water or on land. This program is offered in a blended learning format.
Certification You'll Receive
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Safety Training for Swim Coaches
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Valid for: 2 Years
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Course Prerequisites
​Prerequisite 1: Swim Test
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Be at least 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the course.
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Be comfortable in chest-deep water
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Completed required 2 hours 30 minutes of online learning prior to class.
Skills Covered in Water Portion
Reaching Assist with Equipment on land
Reaching Assist without Equipment on land
Reaching Assist without Equipment in water
Throwing Assist – Ring Buoy
Extrication Using a Backboard at The Pool Edge
Head Splint – Face Up & Face Down
Course Length & Required Online Training
All coaches must complete 2 hours 30 minutes of online learning prior to the in-person skill session. Please visit here to complete your online training.
Safety Training for Swim Coaches Online Content
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New / First Time Safety Training for Swim Coaches In-Water Skill Session = 3 Hours in Person Water Training
Recertifying Safety Training for Swim Coaches In-Water Skill Session = 1 Hour in Person Water Training
2026 Tenative Schedule
In-Person Skill Session / Safety Training for Swim Coaches
Open to the Public
Location:
TBA
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Price: $120
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Certification: Safety Training for Swim Coaches
Schedule: (1 day class)
TBA
New Certification: 7:45am - 10:45am (3 hours)
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Recertification from 7:45am - 8:45am (1 hour)​
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Bartolone’s Lifeguard & CPR Training LLC © 2024
In-Person Skill Session / Safety Training for Swim Coaches
Open to the Public
Location:
TBA
​
Price: $120
​​
Certification: Safety Training for Swim Coaches
Schedule: (1 day class)
TBA
New Certification: 7:45am - 10:45am (3 hours)
-or-
Recertification from 7:45am - 8:45am (1 hour)​
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