Come get certified to be a lifeguard at a public pool in Hawai‘i County

A lifeguard certification course is scheduled at Kohala Swimming Pool at Kamehameha Park in Kapa‘au.

The American Red Cross Lifeguarding certification course, which includes deep water training, will be held 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. daily from April 29 through May 2.

The certification course is open to participants who will be 15 years old on or before the final scheduled session of the lifeguarding course, according to a Hawai‘i County press release.

To be considered candidates for certification, participants must pass two prerequisite swimming skills evaluations, which will be conducted on the first day of classes.

The course costs $122; payment must be made in cash in the exact amount. Payment can be made on the first day of classes. Contact the Kohala Swimming Pool at 808-889-6933 to learn more and to register.

Participants should bring to class: CPR masks for adults and infants, a bathing suit, towel, sunscreen, water and snacks, and the Lifeguarding Participant’s manual.

A free e-book version of the Lifeguarding Participant’s manual, along with information about course pre-requisites, can be accessed on the Department of Parks & Recreation Aquatics Section webpage.