2)  Applicants under the age of 18, MUST be accompanied by a parent or guardian who must sign the application/waiver form for the minor applying to take the state lifeguard certification test.

3) All candidates must have successfully completed courses and hold valid cards in  Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR which includes infant, child and adult. All of which should be valid through September 30, 2009.

The following CPR cards will be accepted:

"CPR for the professional Rescuer" from the Red Cross and "BLS for the healthcare Provider" from the Heart Association are the recommended level of CPR training. The "Heartsaver CPR for all Ages" from the Heart Association and "Community CPR" from the Red Cross will also be accepted.

An appropriate Adult, Infant, and Child CPR card from the National
Safety Council, American Safety & Health Institute or other
accredited organizations.

Card Notes

A) Only original, valid up to date cards from nationally accredited organizations, such as the Red Cross, YMCA, National Safety Council, American Heart Association, Ellis & Associates will be accepted. No Photostats, altered, defaced or damaged cards will be honored. Also no letters from Instructors, class rosters, or other documents will be accepted in lieu of original training cards from accredited organizations. Candidates should contact the Division of Parks and Recreation with any questions pertaining to their training cards prior to scheduled test dates.

B) No candidate will be certified if any of their cards are due to expire within 30 days. They will not be certified until they have renewed and replaced the expiring card.

C) An EMT license will be honored for the First Aid requirement, but an EMT  must still present separate cards in Lifeguard Training and appropriate CPR.

D) For individuals taking Red Cross Lifeguard training,  a Waterfront Module Card is  recommended but not required.

E) Lifeguard Training, First Aid, and CPR courses are offered throughout the year by accredited agencies. Candidates should check with accredited agencies for dates and times for these courses and all courses must be completed prior to the start of the State Certification Tests in May.

F) There is a $10.00 fee for the State Certification Card which must be paid prior to the card being issued.

Pool Certification

Candidates seeking a 2009 pool lifeguard certification can simply apply at the Division's Main Office at 2321 Hartford Avenue in Johnston . The office is open Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and the phone number is (401) 222-2632. Pool certification candidates must show a photo I.D., verification of their date of birth, and valid safety cards. The cost is $10.00. If their credentials are in order, they will be issued a Pool Lifeguard Certification Card.

Surf and Non-Surf Certification

No appointment is necessary, but the required active training cards, (CPR, First Aid, Lifeguard Training) or equivalent must be presented at the examination along with a photo I.D. and verification of date of birth. Candidates under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian to sign the waiver/application form.

Lifeguard Testing

Conditional Surf Test

(valid until August 7, 2009 ).

May 21st and June 18th, 2009.
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Scarborough State Beach

CONDITIONAL SURF TEST CONSISTS OF:

Rescue: Torp and reel save, three person team
*Boat: One dory into surf, demonstrate proficiency, land the craft.
*Board: Board rescue 100 yards out, flip board, secure victim on board, paddle board and victim to shore.
*CANDIDATES CHOICE

Conditional Non-Surf Test

(valid until August 14, 2009).

May 20th, June 17th, June 30th, 2009.
9:00 a.m.-2:00p.m.
Burlingame State Park - Prosser Grove Picnic Area

CONDITIONAL Non-SURF TEST CONSISTS OF:

Rescue: One torpedo rescue, 25 yards out tow, victim to shore. One rescue tube rescue, 25 yards out, front approach, securely wrap the tube around the victim, and tow to shore. Board rescue 100 yards out, flip board, secure victim on board, paddle board and victim to shore.

NOTE: All conditionally certified lifeguards must return to take and pass a full test in August. Failure to take and pass a full test precludes candidates from any future conditional tests.

2010 Lifeguard Certification Examinations: (Cards valid until September 30, 2010 ).

Surf Test:

August 3th through August 7th, 2009.
9:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m.
Scarborough State Beach

SURF TEST CONSISTS OF:

Endurance: Swim 440 yards in ten minutes or less using only front swimming
strokes.

Rescue: Torp and reel save, three person team
*Boat: One dory into surf, demonstrate proficiency, land the craft.
*Board: Board rescue 100 yards out, flip board, secure victim on board, paddle board and victim to shore.
*CANDIDATES CHOICE

Non-Surf Test:

August 11th through August 14th, 2009
9:00 a.m.-2:00p.m.
Burlingame State Park - Prosser Grove Picnic Area

Non-SURF TEST CONSISTS OF:

2) All applicants must be properly State Certified as either a Surf or a Non-Surf lifeguard, depending on the location at which they are applying to work.