​Project Based Learning Electives provided by the Berrien Springs Virtual Academy​​​​​​​

Lifeguarding Certification 

Students and teachers must be able to readily switch to online instruction at any point in the semester in order to register for classes. All students must complete a project for these classes.

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Andrews University                                            Spring 2021

Program Coordinator: Alyssa Walter 
Formt: In-person 
CONTACT INFORMATION:
Phone:269.471.6093
Email: au.poolprograms@gmail.com
Website: www.andrews.edu/pool/ 
Location: Andrews University Beaty Gym & Pool, 8522 East Campus Circle Drive, Berrien Springs
​Additional registration at location is required.  Click here to register. The code is 0651BP

Junior Lifeguarding 
Please click HERE to check with Andrews for updated dates and times.
Classes must begin in January. 
Ages: 11-15 
The Junior Lifeguarding program will teach water safety and introduce participants to the duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard. However, this class will not certify anyone to be a lifeguard. It will build a foundation of knowledge, attitudes, and skills to prepare participants for the American Red Cross certification course. See syllabus for course prerequisites.
Syllabus
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Lifeguarding  CLASS CANCELED
Start date: August 31
Monday, 3:30- 6:30 pm.
Ages: Must be 15 by the last day of class
The primary purpose of the American Red Cross Blended Lifeguarding course is to provide
entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and
respond to aquatic emergencies and to provide professional-level care for breathing and
cardiac emergencies, injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS)
personnel take over.
Syllabus
Because these courses are on campus, the university requires a parking sticker on your vehicle. Stop by the Campus Safety office or register your vehicle online at https://www.andrews.edu/services/safety/parking/


South Shore Health & Racquet Club                Spring 2021

​American Red Cross, Lifeguard Training
The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification includes First Aid, CPR and AED training. After successful completion of all written examinations and physical skills testing the candidate will be awarded a 2 year certification. This is a nationally recognized certification.
Must be 15 years old by the end of the class and able to pass a swimming skills test.  Mandatory attendance for all classes.
Syllabus
Format: blended learning (some in-person and some online requirements)
Begins with a planning/ overview class on Saturday, January 9, at 1pm.
Interested students should contact Liz: liz@southshorehrc.com  

Lifeguarding - YMCA  BH/SJ                                           ​ Spring 2020

Additional registration at the location is required.  Contact the YMCA for dates, times, and registration information. Classes must begin in September.
 **Days and times for classes may change, please contact the YMCA for days and times.**
YMCA Lifeguard certification class.  Must be at least 16 years old to participate.  Lifeguard candidates will be trained in professional CPR, basic first aid and oxygen administration as well as pool and waterfront lifesaving skills.  
​Syllabus

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Lifesaving Class - YMCA  Niles/Buchanan               Spring 2020

Additional registration at location is required.  Contact the YMCA for dates, times, and registration information. Classes must begin in September. 
**Days and times for classes may change, please contact the YMCA for days and times.
LIFESAVING CLASS- The YMCA and American Red Cross have partnered up to offer a quality lifesaving class for those interested in becoming a lifeguard.  Lifeguarding can be a rewarding job.  Being a lifeguard is:  Dynamic- Each day on the job presents you with new situations.  Challenging- You need to make quick judgements to do the job well.  Important- You may need to respond to an emergency at any moment.  Inspiring- With the knowledge, skills and attitude you acquire through your lifeguard training, you can save a life. Must be 15 years of age on or before the start of the precourse session. Physical test will be completed during the precourse session. Class fees include Lifeguard Manual, CPR mask and certifications (Lifeguarding, CPR/AED and First Aid). All certifications are valid for 2 years from the date of completion.
Syllabus

​*Please note: it is important to make as informed a decision as possible when choosing your student's Community Resource classes. Most locations will allow a student to drop a class after one meeting, at no charge if it wasn't a good fit for the student, but not all. Some classes plan ahead based on the number that have signed up and have purchased materials, hired teachers, etc. and there might be a fee for class time or materials given to the student if the student drops after one or two meetings. The school cannot pay for classes that students do not complete, so choose wisely; if you do not take the class off of your student's schedule by the deadline, you may be asked to pay for the class time incurred prior to dropping the class.
 Teacher of Record: Sara Smothers