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.
CPR/AED & First Aid Full Course- La Crosse 2023
Certification includes: Lay Responder CPR/AED Adult, CPR/AED Child, CPR Infant, and Standard First Aid.
Attending full course is required. Digital copy of course book and materials are included in course fee.
Discount available for YMCA employees. Inquire at the Member Services Desk.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/16/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 75.00 | $ 75.00 | $ 95.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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06/21/23
9am-3pm - We - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
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9 / 10 Available | Register |
CPR/AED & First Aid Full Course - Onalaska 2023
Certification includes: Lay Responder CPR/AED Adult, CPR/AED Child, CPR Infant, and Standard First Aid.
Attending full course is required. Digital copy of course book and materials are included in course fee.
Discount available for YMCA employees. Inquire at the Member Services Desk.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/18/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 75.00 | $ 75.00 | $ 95.00 |
CPR/AED & First Aid Re-Certification - La Crosse 2023
CPR renewal course for individuals who have already taken a CPR for the Lay Responder course. Eligible participants include current certification holders and those whose certification has expired for less than one month. Re-certification includes: Lay Responder CPR/AED for an Adult, Child, Infant and Standard First Aid. Digital copy of course book and materials are included in course fee.
Attending full course is required.
Discount available for YMCA employees. Inquire at the Member Services Desk.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/16/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 55.00 | $ 55.00 | $ 70.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | ||
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06/20/23
11am - 1pm - Tu - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Register |
CPR/AED & First Aid Re-Certification - Onalaska 2023
CPR renewal course for individuals who have already taken a CPR for the Lay Responder course. Eligible participants include current certification holders and those whose certification has expired for less than one month. Re-certification includes: Lay Responder CPR/AED for an Adult, Child, Infant and Standard First Aid. Digital copy of course book and materials are included in course fee.
Attending full course is required.
Discount available for YMCA employees. Inquire at the Member Services Desk.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/18/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 55.00 | $ 55.00 | $ 70.00 |
Lifeguard Certification - La Crosse 2023
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 Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/18/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 220.00 | $ 220.00 | $ 255.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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05/05/23 - 05/07/23
Fri 5-9pm,Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
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2 / 16 Available | Register | |
06/06/23 - 06/08/23
9am - 4pm in WESTBY - Tu,We,Th - 9:00 am
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10 / 10 Available | Register | |
09/08/23 - 09/10/23
Fri 5-9pm, Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
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10 / 10 Available | Register | |
11/10/23 - 11/12/23
Fri 5-9pm, Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
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10 / 10 Available | Register |
Lifeguard Certification - Onalaska 2023
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 Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/18/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 220.00 | $ 220.00 | $ 255.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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05/19/23 - 05/21/23
Fri 5-9pm,Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
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4 / 16 Available | Register |
Lifeguard Certification - Viroqua
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 Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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2/27/23 | 3/26/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 220.00 | $ 220.00 | $ 255.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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03/24/23 - 03/26/23
CANCEL - Su,Fr,Sa
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2 Registered. More Available |
Registration Closed on 03/22/2023 |
Lifeguard Instructor Re-certification- La Crosse 2023
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 Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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12/15/21 | 12/29/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 80.00 | $ 80.00 | $ 80.00 |
Lifeguard Re-certification - La Crosse 2023
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 Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/18/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 85.00 | $ 85.00 | $ 115.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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05/14/23
9am-5pm - Su - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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- | Waiting List | |
05/27/23
Class is in LaCrescent - Sa - 8:00 am
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10 / 10 Available | Register |
Lifeguard Re-certification - Onalaska 2023
AGE: 16+ YEARS OLD
Recertification is needed every 2 years. Current lifeguard certification may not be expired by more than 3 months.
Recertify the necessary skills to qualify as a lifeguard. Must come prepared to take the LG exam and review all Lifeguard skills including CPR and First Aid.
Attending the full course is required.
Discount available for YMCA employees. Inquire at the Member Services Desk.
Registration Information
Open | Close | Register At | Family Member | Youth Member | Non Member | |
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11/18/22 | 12/31/23 | Online / Front Desk | $ 85.00 | $ 85.00 | $ 115.00 |
Available Sessions
Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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04/22/23
9am-5pm - Sa - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
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2 / 16 Available | Register |