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

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Andrews University                                           Spring 2020

Instructor: Jessica Larson, larsonj7713@gmail.com    #269-471-3257
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 begin the week of Jan. 9
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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WSI
classes begin Jan. 6
Ages: 16+
WSI class start on Jan 6, Mondays 3:30-6:30pm and will run for the semester. The course syllabus will be available on the first day of the course. This is a university course that is being opened up to the community. If we have less than 6 participants total then we will cancel the course. Participants must be able to demonstrate a level 5 swimming ability to qualify for the course. 

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 2020

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.

​Begins Saturday, January 18, 2020 
Interested students should contact Liz to schedule an appointment: liz@southshorehrc.com

Lifeguarding - YMCA  BH/SJ                                           ​Spring 2020

Additional registration at the location is required.  Contact Apaine@ymcaswm.com
 **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

Lifesaving Class - YMCA  Niles/Buchanan               Spring 2020

Additional registration at location is required.  Contact Apaine@ymcaswm.com
**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