Aquatics Certifications & Courses

The primary purpose of the Red Cross Lifeguarding program is to provide entry-level lifeguard participants with the knowledge and skills to prevent, recognize and respond to emergencies and to provide care for injuries and sudden illnesses until emergency medical services (EMS) personnel arrive and take over.

Member price: $150
Non-member price: $300
This course is typically offered on a monthly basis. 

The Water Safety Instructor course, also known as WSI™, trains instructor candidates to teach all of the courses presented in the Swimming and Water Safety program to all age groups; plus Learn-to-Swim Levels 4-6 and Adult Swim. This certification is the gold standard and provides the most comprehensive training for swim instructors.

Member price: $200
Non-member price: $300
Campus Rec staff: Free 
This course is offered on an as needed basis, please view our member portal or contact aquatics@pdx.edu for the next course offering.
 

The purpose of the American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED program is to help participants recognize and respond appropriately to cardiac, breathing, and first aid emergencies.  The courses in this program teach skills that participants need to know to give immediate care to a suddenly ill or injured Adult/Child/Infant until more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over.

Member price: $65
Non-member price: $100
Campus Rec staff: Free
This course is typically offered every term.