| Lifeguard Training Class
Become a certified American Red Cross Lifeguard and be trained in CPR, First Aid, and AED. All participants must be 15 years of age or older and must pass a pretest, which includes a 300-yard swim and 10 lb. weight test. The cost of this class is $130, which includes your book, pocket mask, and 2 certification cards. Space is limited to 10 people per class. All registration must be done in person at the Office of Campus Recreation. Cancellations made prior to 14 days before the start of the class will be given a full refund. Cancellations less than 14 days prior to the start of the class will recieve a half refund. For more information call the Office of Campus Recreation at (731) 881-7718.
Lifeguard Re-Certification
The Office of Campus Recreation offers re-certification in lifeguarding for $50 and First Aid, CPR and AED at a cost of $25. Contact Shelley Stout at sstout@utm.edu or call (731) 881-7718 and set up your appointment.
Lifeguard Jobs
The Office of Campus Recreation hires lifeguards year-round. The application process requires two steps. The first step for interested lifeguards is to fill out an employment application form, which can be found at the Office of Campus Recreation (1020 Elam Center). The second step is to contact Shelley Stout (Aquatics Coordinator) at sstout@utm.edu or call (731) 881-7718 and set up a skills test/interview for the position. During the skills test you are asked to swim 300-yards and perform a few basic rescues such as active and passive victim rescue, removal from water, and back board skills. |
