Lifeguard training
15 years or older to take training. 16 years or older to be hired by VPS
Are you interested in becoming a lifeguard or developing new job skills? The Jim Parsley Community Center offers International Lifeguard Training to persons 15 years of age and older. If you want to be a lifeguard, enroll in this class today.
Please note: Upon successful completion of this course, if you are interested in employment with Vancouver Public Schools, a back ground investigation and fingerprinting is required (fee is $82.00, at the applicant’s expense).
Course fee:$200 (fully reimbursed after working 40 hours if hired by VPS). During the hiring process, a background investigation and fingerprinting are required. Fee is $82.00 at the applicant’s expense. Trainees must be a minimum of 15 years old to participate in the course. Trainees must be 16 years and older are eligible for hire by Vancouver Public Schools.
Contact
Aquatics Coordinator
Troy.Spencer@vansd.org
(360)-313-4953
Assistant Aquatics Coordinator
Abigail.Gaynor@vansd.org
(360)-313-4995
Aquatics jobs
Vancouver Public Schools is now hiring lifeguards and other aquatics positions. Certification is required and applicants must be 16 years or older to hired at Vancouver Public Schools. To apply, or for more information about these jobs, call 360-313-4953.
Shallow water certification class
Must attend both days.
Saturday, April 27th, 2024
2 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Jim Parsley Community Center
Sunday, April 28th, 2024
11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Propstra Aquatic Center
This course is a blend of online learning and hands on in-person training. Once registered, participants will be added to the online learning portion of the class within 24-48 hours. Participants must complete online learning modules and final exam prior to attending the in-person portion of the class. Please allow six to eight hours for the online portion of the class.
This course will cover:
- Basic lifeguard duties
- Water rescue skills
- Vigilance awareness training
- Basic first aid
- CPR/AED/02 support
- Customer service and leadership skills
Successful completion of this course includes certification in:
- Shallow water lifeguarding
- CPR/AED certification
- Basic first aid
The first day of training will be at Jim Parsley Community Center and the second day will be at Propstra Aquatic Center. Must attend both days.