Be Ready to Respond.
Every skill you learn can change a life— and when emergencies strike, being ready matters.
Our Red Cross Training Services give you the tools, knowledge, and confidence to act with courage and care.
From Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instruction to First Aid/CPR/AED, Babysitting, and Instructor-level courses, you’ll be prepared to protect, lead, and make a lasting impact.-
Lifeguarding
Gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to prevent, recognize and respond to aquatic emergencies.
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Water Safety Instructor
Be the Change! Equip yourself with the skills necessary to educate your community to be safe in, on and around the water.
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First Aid, CPR, AED Courses
Join or request a class. Training meets most employers requirements for CPR certification.
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Instructor Level Courses
Become a American Red Cross Instructor. Courses include Lifeguard Instructor and First Aid/CPR Instructor.
Lifeguard Training
Upcoming Courses:
Lifeguarding (including deep water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers
Dates: December 29 & Jan 2-4
Fee: $125 for NFC Members/$150 for non-Members
Recertification course (must hold a current certification or have a certification that expired within 30 days)
Dates: February 2026 TBD
Fee:$75 for NFC Members/$100 for non-Members
Crossover Course (for Lifeguards currently certified through an approved equivalent training organization, such as Ellis & Associates, Starguard, or YMCA.)
Dates: TBD or by request
Fee:$75 for NFC Members/$100 for non-Members
Water Safety Instructor Training
Upcoming Courses:
Water Safety Instructor or Basic Water Safety Instructor Course
Dates: December 26, 2025 - Jan 4, 2026
Fee: $275 for NFC Members/$300 for non-Members
The purpose of the American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor course is to train instructor candidates to teach the basic-level American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED courses, select Skill Boosts and Bloodborne Pathogens Training.
Prerequisite: Participants must hold a current base-level certification in First aid/CPR.
Dates: TBD or upon request
Fees: $275 for members/$300 for non-members
