Certifications

Certifications

Whether you’re new to the community or simply want to pursue a new hobby, the YMCA brings together people who love to learn.

We offer certification courses in Lifeguard Training, CPR & First Aid, Babysitting, and more! You’ll learn right alongside others from your community who share your interests.

A $5.00 non-refundable fee will be applied to any program canceled by the participant.

Babysitter's Training Course - Onalaska 2024

Houser (Onalaska)
5/24/24 - 5/25/24
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AGE: 10+ YEARS OLD

This course will provide individuals with the information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children in the absence of parents or adult guardians. This training will help participants develop skills in leadership and professionalism, basic care, safety & safe play, and first aid.

Attending the full course is required.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At Family MemberYouth MemberNon Member
1/4/24 12/30/24 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 70.00$ 85.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/24/24 - 05/25/24
Fri 5-7pm, Sat 9am-1pm - Fr,Sa
7 / 10 Available Register  

Lifeguard Certification - La Crosse 2024

Dahl (La Crosse)
5/3/24 - 5/5/24
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AGE: MUST BE 15 BY THE END OF THE COURSE
Ever wanted to learn the skills to save a life? With our YMCA and American Red Cross lifeguard certification courses you can do just that. Participants will learn lifeguarding skills, how to perform CPR on an adult, child and infant, how to use an AED, and necessary first-aid skills.

Prerequisites: 300-yard swim, treading water and brick retrieval (timed). Candidates must be 15 years old to work as a lifeguard in the state of Wisconsin. Must attend every class, no exceptions!

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At Family MemberYouth MemberNon Member
12/21/23 12/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 250.00$ 250.00$ 285.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/03/24 - 05/05/24
Fri 5-9pm, Sat & Sun 9am-4pm - Su,Fr,Sa
- Waiting List  

Lifeguard Certification - Onalaska 2024

Houser (Onalaska)
4/19/24 - 5/19/24
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AGE: MUST BE 15 BY THE END OF THE COURSE
Ever wanted to learn the skills to save a life? With our YMCA and American Red Cross lifeguard certification courses you can do just that. Participants will learn lifeguarding skills, how to perform CPR on an adult, child and infant, how to use an AED, and necessary first-aid skills.

Prerequisites: 300-yard swim, treading water and brick retrieval (timed). Candidates must be 15 years old to work as a lifeguard in the state of Wisconsin. Must attend every class, no exceptions!


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At Family MemberYouth MemberNon Member
1/5/24 12/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 250.00$ 250.00$ 285.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/19/24 - 04/21/24
Fri 5-9pm, Sat & Sun 9am-4pm - Su,Fr,Sa
- Waiting List  
05/17/24 - 05/19/24
Fri 5-9pm, Sat&Sun 9am-4pm - Su,Fr,Sa
- Waiting List  

Lifeguard Certification - Viroqua

Bigley Pool Viroqua
6/5/24 - 6/7/24
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AGE: MUST BE 15 BY THE END OF THE COURSE
Ever wanted to learn the skills to save a life? With our YMCA and American Red Cross lifeguard certification courses you can do just that. Participants will learn lifeguarding skills, how to perform CPR on an adult, child and infant, how to use an AED, and necessary first-aid skills.

Prerequisites: 300-yard swim, treading water and brick retrieval (timed). Candidates must be 15 years old to work as a lifeguard in the state of Wisconsin. Must attend every class, no exceptions!

 

 


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At Family MemberYouth MemberNon Member
2/27/23 12/15/24 Online / Front Desk $ 250.00$ 250.00$ 285.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/05/24 - 06/07/24
Wed 1-7pm, Th & Fri 9am-4pm - We,Th,Fr - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
10 / 10 Available Register  

Lifeguard Instructor Re-certification- La Crosse 2024

Dahl (La Crosse)
9/27/24 - 9/27/24
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AGE: 18+ YEARS OLD

This is the in-person recertification for lifeguard instructors.

Course fee includes all necessary manuals.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At Family MemberYouth MemberNon Member
11/9/23 12/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 100.00$ 100.00$ 100.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
09/27/24
Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
8 / 8 Available Register  
09/27/24
With LG cert - Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
8 / 8 Available $145 Register  

Lifeguard Recertification - Onalaska - 2024

Houser (Onalaska)
4/27/24 - 5/4/24
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AGE: 16+ YEARS OLD

Recertification is needed every 2 years.  Current lifeguard certification may not be expired by more than 3 months.

Recertify necessary skills to qualify as a lifeguard. Must come prepared to take LG exam and review all Lifeguard skills including CPR and First Aid.

Attending full course is required.

 

Discount available for YMCA employees. Inquire at the Member Services Desk.


Registration Information  

Open Close Register At Family MemberYouth MemberNon Member
12/13/23 12/31/24 Online / Front Desk $ 100.00$ 100.00$ 125.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/27/24
Sa - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
6 / 10 Available Register  
05/04/24
Sa - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
7 / 10 Available Register