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1 {aquatics education } certification} Red Cross Training Courses Get trained! Charger Aquatics at Albuquerque Academy is partnering with the American Red Cross to present aquaticssafety certification courses to the greater-albuquerque community. Whether your goal is a first job as a lifeguard or you want to advance to a supervisory or management position in an aquatics facility, choose a course that s right for you! Many courses offer the convenience and flexibility of online distance learning. All courses offer ARC certification upon successful completion. About Charger Aquatics Charger Aquatics at Albuquerque Academy (CAQ) provides comprehensive, year-round aquatics programs to swimmers of all ages in the greater-albuquerque area. Located in the nationally acclaimed Barney Natatorium (the Academy s state-of-the-art indoor aquatics facility), Charger Aquatics offers membership in USA Swimming and US Masters Swimming clubs. Throughout the year, Charger Aquatics personnel offer a variety of courses to non-club members, including a variety of Red Cross certification courses and, each Summer Session, an Intro to Competitive Swimming course for children ages 9 and up. 1, Ph.D., has managed aquatic facilities and trained aquatic staff throughout her career. An American Red Cross instructor-trainer for over 10 years as well as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT-Intermediate), Dr. White teaches at California State University, East Bay; she earned her Ph.D. in Health, Physical Education, and Recreation at University of New Mexico.

2 { a q u a t i c s e d u c a t i o n } certification} Lifeguarding ages 15+ Tuition: $200 Winter 2010 December hrs online self-directed study December hrs in person* noon 6:00 p.m. Late Winter 2011 February 15 March hrs online self-directed study March 11 4 hrs in person* 4:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. March Spring hrs in person* 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. March 14 April 9 16 hrs online self-directed study April 10 and hrs in person* 8:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. Summer 2011 June hrs online self-directed study Become a certified lifeguard! Learn current safety practices; build skills in CPR, AED, and first aid; and learn how to administer emergency oxygen, prevent accidents, perform a water rescue, and respond to an emergency. The online portion of the course includes videos, presentations, quizzes, and assignments based on the course manual; in-person water and class sessions focus on hands-on practice and skills development. Tuition includes all required training materials. Training attire: Swimsuit suitable for active learning, towel, and goggles. (Goggles cannot be used during water rescues or water-skills tests.) Students with long hair: Tie hair back or wear a cap during water sessions. June 24 4 hrs in person* 4:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m. June hrs in person* 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. *in-person attendance is mandatory Lifeguarding Certification Par ticipants who successfully... complete all online activities perform skill practice sessions pass final water scenarios pass the final written exam...will receive American Red Cross cer tification in: Lifeguarding/First Aid (valid for three years) CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer (valid for one year) Oxygen Administration (valid for one year) Please see page 3 for Lifeguarding Prerequisites & Requirements

3 To enroll, complete attached registration form and return to the Charger Aquatics Office? Questions? Contact Wendy Baker at or Lifeguarding Prerequisites & Requirements 15+ years of age (show proof with registration) Complete all online course work prior to first in-person session Attend each (and the entire) in-person class session Pass swimming pretest during first in-person session: 300-yard swim (100 freestyle, 100 breast stroke, 100 free or breast) using rhythmic breathing and a stabilizing, propellant kick. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive 7 10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface, swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object and exit the water without using a ladder or steps, within one minute, 40 seconds. Want to work as Albuquerque Academy lifeguard? ARC certification from an Albuquerque Academy instructor is preferred for employment as an AA lifeguard.. Please see page 2 for Lifeguarding Certification and course information 3

4 { a q u a t i c s e d u c a t i o n } certification} Lifeguard Instructor ages 17+ Tuition: $250 February 15 March hrs online self-directed study March March hrs in person* 10:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 3 hrs in person* 10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m. *in-person attendance is mandatory Are you an experienced lifeguard who would like to become a certified Lifeguard Instructor? We ll train you to teach Lifeguarding/First Aid, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, Administering Emergency Oxygen, Bloodborne Pathogen Training, and Basic Water Rescue. The online portion of the course includes videos, presentations, quizzes, and assignments based on the course manuals; in-person water and class sessions feature a series of teaching assignments that will build your confidence, skills, and teaching abilities in the classroom and the pool. Tuition includes all required training materials. Training attire: Swimsuit suitable for active learning, towel, and goggles. Students with long hair: Tie hair back or wear a cap for water sessions. Prerequisites & Requirements 17+ years of age (show proof with registration) Strong lifeguarding and teaching skills Complete all online course work prior to first in-person session Attend entire in-person class sessions Pass comprehensive practical-skills tests (written and demonstrations) containing all lifeguard, CPR/AED, and first-aid skills during the first in-person class session. Certification Participants who successfully... complete all online activities; practice teaching assignments during in-person meetings; pass the final written exam...will receive an American Red Cross Instructor Authorization valid for up to two years (expires December 31 of the year after training is completed).

5 To enroll, complete attached registration form and return to the Charger Aquatics Office? Questions? Contact Wendy Baker at or Lifeguard Management Learn how ages 17+ March 20 8 hrs in person* Tuition: $100 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. to manage lifeguards effectively and ensure the *in-person attendance is mandatory safety of patrons and lifeguards. We ll cover inservice training methods, documentation, emergency procedures, and lifeguard scheduling and rotation. Participants who successfully complete all skill testing and written exams will receive an ARC certification (no expiration date). Tuition includes all required training materials. Prerequisites: Proof of current Lifeguarding certification (American Red Cross, Ellis and Associates, YMCA, etc.) Aquatic Examiner Hurry space is limited! Aquatic examiners make periodic, unannounced visits to aquatic facilities (on behalf of subscribing agencies) One-time Special Rate! to observe and evaluate lifeguards and review facility ages 17+ Tuition: $50 operations and equipment. March hrs online self-directed study Learn March 19 8 hrs in person* 9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. evaluation and *in-person attendance is mandatory observation techniques along with coaching and skill-development methods that will increase lifeguard effectiveness. Tuition includes all required training materials. Prerequisites & Requirements 17+ years of age (show proof with registration) Current ARC Lifeguard Instructor certification (show proof with registration) Have taught at least one full ARC Lifeguarding class Pass the Lifeguarding Challenge a comprehensive practical skills test of lifeguard, swimming, CPR/AED, and first-aid skills during the in-person class session. Certification Participants who successfully complete... the Lifeguarding Challenge a four-hour June apprenticeship (eligible upon passing the Lifeguarding Challenge)...will receive an American Red Cross Aquatic Examiner certification (valid for one year). 5

6 2010CAQ_RegistrationForm R e g i s t r a t i o n F o r m P A R T I C I P A N T I N F O R M A T I O N name: first middle last gender M F date of birth mailing address city state zip day phone cell phone home phone emergency contact name contact s phone C O U R S E Lifeguarding Lifeguard Instructor Lifeguard Management Aquatic Examiner P A Y M E N T M E T H O D card account number cardholder s name (print) MasterCard/VISA T O T A L American Express T U I T I O N A place in class is held only upon completion of the payment process cardholder s signature office use only expiration date Check Cash Date Processed by The Fine Print Please read and understand before signing this contract Course Withdrawals, Fees, and Refund Policy Albuquerque Academy charges a fee equal to 30% of the individual course/program tuition whenever a student drops a class. Tuition paid, minus the 30% fee, will be refunded if the Summer Session Office receives a request five business days prior to the first class/program meeting date. Full tuition will be refunded if a course is canceled. Financial Responsibility The undersigned Financially Responsible Party shall be responsible for reasonable expenses incurred by Albuquerque Academy in enforcing the terms of this Enrollment Contract including, but not limited to, attorney s fees and other expenses of collection. This Enrollment Contract shall be interpreted and enforced in accordance with the laws of New Mexico. In the event of default of any installment or other payment due under this Enrollment Contract, such payment or installment shall bear interest from the date of its maturity, until paid at a rate of 18 percent per annum. Acknowledgment of Risk of Injury & Liability; Authorization for Emergency Medical Treatment I understand that there is an inherent element of risk of injury that exists in the activities and programs in which I will engage during this course. In signing this registration form, I do hereby expressly acknowledge the potential for risk of injury associated with my participation in the program. I hereby indemnify and hold harmless Albuquerque Academy, its employees, agents, and Trustees from and against any and all claims related to injury or accident. In the event of illness or injury requiring medical services, I hereby designate Summer Session faculty and administration or designee to act in my behalf to authorize such hospitalization, medical attention, or surgery as may be required in an emergency because of illness or injuries sustained while participating in this course. I hereby assume financial responsibility for any hospitalization, medical attention, emergency transportation and surgery provided. Albuquerque Academy has my permission to use my photographs in its promotional advertising Wyoming Blvd NE Albuquerque NM phone fax H E A L T H C O N C E R N S M E D I C A L I N F O R M A T I ON physician preferred hospital insurance company A L L E R G I E S? no Mild / Moderate / Severe Foods Medications Environmental M E D I C A T I O N ( S )? no Please list prescription, over-the-counter, and/or herbal medications taken on a regular basis: H E A L T H C O N D I T I O N ( S )? no phone Please describe any health condition(s) that may affect physical activity or that require the care and supervision of a health professional: S P E C I A L / O T H E R N E E D S? no Please describe any special needs we should be aware of: I have read, understand, acknowledge and agree with the Albuquerque Academy Summer Session policies detailed above. signature