Altoona Campus Certification Programs
Includes First Aid and CPR/AED for Lifeguards. This will enable you to work at most pools. (15hrs)
Pre-course Requirements:
- Must be 15 years of age by the last day of the course.
- Must swim 300 yds (12 lengths) continuously. (Swimming on the back or side is not allowed)
- Must tread water for 2 mins using legs only, with hands tucked under the arms.
- Must complete this timed event:
In-water start: Swim 20 yds Breaststroke or Crawl Stroke – Surface dive in 7-10 ft of water to retrieve a 10 lb object – Return to starting point swimming on back, with both hands holding object – Exit water without using steps. Must be completed within 1m 40s. (Goggles are not allowed)
- Must attend every class and successfully pass all necessary written and practical tests.
Complete the add-on “Waterfront” module (3 hrs) at no extra cost. Includes additional skills and equipment training necessary for open water situations. This will enable you to work at Summer Camps, Rivers, lakes, multi-sport events, etc. Pre-course Requirements:
- Must be 15 years of age by the last day of the course.
- Must swim 550 yds (22 lengths) continuously. (Swimming on the back or side is not allowed)
- Must tread water for 2 mins using legs only, with hands tucked under the arms.
- Must complete this timed event:
In-water start: Swim 20 yds Breaststroke or Crawl Stroke – Surface dive in 7 – 10 ft of water to retrieve a 10 lb object – Return to starting point swimming on back, with both hands holding object – Exit water without using steps. Must be completed within 1m 40s. (Goggles are not allowed)
- Must swim 5 yds then submerge and retrieve 3 dive rings placed 5 yds apart, in 4-7 ft of water. Resurface, and swim 5 yds to the end of the pool. Total distance of 20 yds underwater. (Goggles are not allowed)
- Must attend every class, and successfully pass all necessary written and practical tests.
Snorkeling
Cost: $30 per person
Registration: February 24th. Can register at the Diver Center or call 515-777-2751
Start date: April 4th 9:30-1:30pm
Email: stcdivecenter@yahoo.com
Scuba
Cost: $400 per person (Ages 10 and up)
Registration: February 24th. Can register at the Diver Center or call 515-777-2751
Start date: April 4th 9:30-1:30pm (six week course)
Email: stcdivecenter@yahoo.com
*Mask, Fin and Snorkel are required for first class available at the STC Dive Center
**Text book is included