Get Certified on Long Island

AHA Heartsaver CPR/AED for adults, children, and infants. A two-year certification — the baseline credential for aquatics and camp staff.

One session covering both CPR/AED and Standard First Aid — the fastest path to the two credentials most summer aquatics jobs require.

Recognize and respond to common injuries and sudden illness until EMS arrives. Pairs with CPR/AED for a complete responder credential.

YMCA lifeguard training covering surveillance, rescue, and emergency response. Includes CPR/AED and First Aid. Hosted at YMCA branch pools across Nassau and Suffolk.

Renew an expiring lifeguard certification with a condensed skills-review and testing session. Bring your current (or recently expired) certification.

The full Red Cross lifeguard certification — water rescue skills, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Two-year certification accepted across Long Island pools and beaches.

Hands-on instructor development for teaching beginner through intermediate swimmers, with a focus on water safety in underserved Long Island communities.

Become a certified swim instructor. Learn to plan and teach Red Cross Learn-to-Swim courses for all ages — the credential most lesson programs require.