PE 1110

PE 1110

Course information provided by the 2025-2026 Catalog.

This is the current A.R.C. Lifeguarding Course. It is designed for pool guarding. Emphasis is on preventative lifeguarding, surveillance methods and equipment rescues. This course also includes instruction and certification in A.R.C. First Aid, C.P.R. for the Professional Rescuer, and Automated External Defibrillator use. An option will be available for those interested in the Waterfront Lifeguarding certification. Note: this course is not for the casual participant as it will require 36 hours of scheduled class time.


Prerequisites a 300 yd swim using both crawlstroke and breaststroke, a 20 yd swim and return after retrieving a brick from deep water and a 15 yd. underwater swim picking up three weights.

Fees Course fee, TBA. TBA.

Last 4 Terms Offered 2024SP, 2019SP, 2012FA, 2011FA

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Syllabi: none
  •   Regular Academic Session. 

  • 1 Credit S/U NoAud

  • 18173 PE 1110   LEC 001

    • F
    • Jan 26 - May 5, 2026
    • Wierson, Z

  • Instruction Mode: In Person

    Course Fee ($200) will be refunded after successful completion of the course, due to a NY Swims grant.
    Drop Deadline: Thursday, February 5, 2026. Students will be responsible for the course fee and assessed a $50 late drop fee if they do not drop by the deadline. For policies pertaining to Physical Education courses, please visit https://scl.cornell.edu/pe/policies.