Certifications

Pick Your CERTIFICATION

Understanding the shortage of lifeguards and swim instructors in the aquatics industry, Black People Will Swim has created a solution.

BPWS has now become a one-stop-shop offering certifications allowing our community to explore different career opportunities. Whether you’re looking for a side hustle, first job for your pre-teen/teen or would like a group training for your staff, we now provide the following certifications all under the American Red Cross.

Location and class schedule will be shared soon!

Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED

The Adult and First Aid/CPR/AED course incorporates the latest science and teaches students to recognize and care for a variety of first aid emergencies such as burns cuts scrapes sudden illnesses head neck back injuries heat and cold emergencies and how to respond to breathing and cardiac emergencies for victims about 12 years and older. Successful students will receive a certificate for Adult and Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED valid for two years.

PRICE: $120
Schedule: This is a 5-hour class.

Lifeguard Training

Earn your lifeguarding certification from the American Red Cross through BPWS. Our courses reflect the latest techniques based on science and best practices to ensure that you are adequately trained and prepared for emergencies in and around the water.

PRICE: $425
Schedule: This is a 31-hour class over the course of 3 days.

Water Safety Instructor

Earn your certification to teach American Red Cross swimming and water safety, and gain the skills needed to teach courses and make presentations to swimmers of every age and ability. With the WSI certification, you can help recreational swimmers meet their goals, refine their skills and stay safe in, on, and around water. This certification is the gold standard and provides the most comprehensive training for swim instructors.

PRICE: $475
Schedule: This is a 31-hour class over the course of 3 days.