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Training & Certifications
The YMCA of Superior California partners with the American Red Cross to offer certification courses in CPR, First Aid, AED, Lifeguarding, and Babysitting. With expert instruction and hands-on training, participants gain the skills and confidence to respond to emergencies and make a difference in their community.
Lifeguard Certification Courses
Sacramento- Lifeguard Courses
Course Times:
- Fridays: 4:00pm - 9:00pm
- Saturdays/Sundays: 9:00am - 5:30pm
Rollingwood - Lifeguard Courses
New Certification Classes Coming Soon
Gold Country - Lifeguard Courses
New Certification Classes Coming Soon
Lifeguard Training Prerequisites
Must be 15 years old by the last day of the course. Complete 8 hours of e-learning before the first class (completion certificate required).
Swim test requirements:
- Swim 300 yards continuously (front crawl or breaststroke only; goggles allowed)
- Tread water 2 minutes using legs only
- Timed event (1:40):Swim 20 yards (no goggles)
- Surface dive 7–10 ft to retrieve a 10-lb object
- Swim 20 yards back on your back, holding the object with both hands, face at/near surface
- Exit water without ladder or steps
Failure to pass the swim test means you cannot continue, but you may transfer to a later course.
Refund Policy
- 7+ days before class: Full refund minus $25 fee
- 2–7 days before class: 50% refund
- 0–48 hours before class: No refund
Exceptions may be made for illness, injury, or family emergencies. Refunds are also issued if the YMCA cancels due to low enrollment.
No refunds for failure to pass, incomplete e-learning, lateness, dismissal, or not meeting swim requirements. If you fail the final scenarios or second written test, you may re-enroll at half price (email your instructor to arrange).
CPR & First Aid Certification Courses
CPR & First Aid - Sacramento Central
CPR & First Aid - Rollingwood
CPR Class Information
Our CPR & First Aid courses prepare you to respond with confidence.
CPR Training covers adult, child, and infant CPR, AED use, and choking response. Meets child care licensing and California Teaching Credential requirements.
First Aid Training includes injury assessment, bleeding control, fractures, sprains, burns, shock, and common medical emergencies.
- American Health & Safety Institute approved
- Meets OSHA standards
- Includes 2-year certification & electronic manual
- Not a healthcare provider course
- 3 hours of online work required before class
Refund Policy
All CPR/First Aid and Lifeguarding participants will be eligible for a partial refund (all but the $25 processing fee) if you cancel your enrollment a week before the start of class (Start date indicated on receipt). There are NO REFUNDS if canceled within one week of class. The only exception is a refund for special situations, including an injury or illness with a doctor's note. A full refund for the class will be issued if the YMCA has to cancel due to low enrollment.
Babysitting Certification
Babysitting Course - Capital YMCA
Babysitting Course - Rollingwood YMCA
Babysitting Course - Sacramento Central
Babysitting Certification
Perfect for ages 11–16, this course teaches safe and responsible childcare, leadership skills, and pediatric CPR/First Aid. Taught by certified Red Cross instructors, participants earn an American Red Cross Babysitting Certification upon completion.
- Supervise children and infants
- Perform basic child-care skills
- Choose safe, age-appropriate games and toys
- Handle bedtimes effectively
- Identify safety hazards and prevent injuries
- Care for common injuries
- Communicate effectively with parents
- Respond to emergencies
- Perform pediatric CPR and first aid
Course Details
Cost:
- $145 for YMCA Members
- $190 for non-members
Register at the front desk or online
Questions? Contact: CommunitySafetyInst@ymcasuperiorcal.org