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.

CPR/AED & First Aid Full Course- La Crosse 2023

Dahl (La Crosse)
6/21/23 - 6/21/23
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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 MemberYouth MemberNon Member
11/16/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 75.00$ 75.00$ 95.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
06/21/23
9am-3pm - We - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
9 / 10 Available Register  

CPR/AED & First Aid Full Course - Onalaska 2023

Houser (Onalaska)
5/19/23 - 10/13/23
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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 MemberYouth MemberNon Member
11/18/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 75.00$ 75.00$ 95.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/19/23
9am-3pm - Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
7 / 10 Available Register  
10/13/23
9am-3pm - Fr - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
10 / 10 Available Register  

CPR/AED & First Aid Re-Certification - La Crosse 2023

Dahl (La Crosse)
6/20/23 - 6/20/23
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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 MemberYouth MemberNon Member
11/16/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 55.00$ 55.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
06/20/23
11am - 1pm - Tu - 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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CPR/AED & First Aid Re-Certification - Onalaska 2023

Houser (Onalaska)
4/17/23 - 10/16/23
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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 MemberYouth MemberNon Member
11/18/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 55.00$ 55.00$ 70.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/17/23
10:30am-12:30pm - Mo - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
7 / 10 Available Register  
10/16/23
10:30am - 12:30pm - Mo - 10:30 am - 12:30 pm
Yes Register  

Lifeguard Certification - La Crosse 2023

Dahl (La Crosse)
5/5/23 - 11/12/23
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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
11/18/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 220.00$ 220.00$ 255.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/05/23 - 05/07/23
Fri 5-9pm,Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
2 / 16 Available Register  
06/06/23 - 06/08/23
9am - 4pm in WESTBY - Tu,We,Th - 9:00 am
10 / 10 Available Register  
09/08/23 - 09/10/23
Fri 5-9pm, Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
10 / 10 Available Register  
11/10/23 - 11/12/23
Fri 5-9pm, Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
10 / 10 Available Register  

Lifeguard Certification - Onalaska 2023

Houser (Onalaska)
5/19/23 - 5/21/23
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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
11/18/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 220.00$ 220.00$ 255.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/19/23 - 05/21/23
Fri 5-9pm,Sat 9am-3pm, Sun 9am-3pm - Su,Fr,Sa
4 / 16 Available Register  

Lifeguard Certification - Viroqua

Bigley Pool Viroqua
3/24/23 - 3/26/23
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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.
Course Schedule:
March 24-26

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 3/26/23 Online / Front Desk $ 220.00$ 220.00$ 255.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
03/24/23 - 03/26/23
CANCEL - Su,Fr,Sa
2 Registered.
More Available
Registration
Closed on
03/22/2023

Lifeguard Instructor Re-certification- La Crosse 2023

Dahl (La Crosse)
4/23/23 - 4/23/23
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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
12/15/21 12/29/23 Online / Front Desk $ 80.00$ 80.00$ 80.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
Special Rate
04/23/23
WITH LG recert - Su - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
2 / 6 Available $122 Register  
04/23/23
WITHOUT LG recert - Su - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
4 / 6 Available Register  

Lifeguard Re-certification - La Crosse 2023

Dahl (La Crosse)
5/14/23 - 5/27/23
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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
11/18/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 85.00$ 85.00$ 115.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
05/14/23
9am-5pm - Su - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Waiting List  
05/27/23
Class is in LaCrescent - Sa - 8:00 am
10 / 10 Available Register  

Lifeguard Re-certification - Onalaska 2023

Houser (Onalaska)
4/22/23 - 4/22/23
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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 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 MemberYouth MemberNon Member
11/18/22 12/31/23 Online / Front Desk $ 85.00$ 85.00$ 115.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
04/22/23
9am-5pm - Sa - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
2 / 16 Available Register