Safety Classes & Certifications
The Y offers a variety of safety programs for youth and adults alike. Participants can earn or renew American Red Cross certifications in First Aid, CPR, AED, and Lifeguarding or develop essential skills through Babysitting Training, or build independence and safety awareness in our Home Alone Workshop. These programs teach practical skills, responsibility, and confidence, empowering participants to care for themselves and others in everyday life and emergency situations.
American Red Cross Lifeguarding- April Blended
Includes all certifications listed below:
American Red Cross Lifeguard
First Aid
CPR
AED
Prerequisite: 150-yard swim leading into a 2 minute tread followed by an additional 50 yard swim, and a timed swim that includes retrieval of a 10-pound brick.
Course Schedule: Friday April 10th, 4-8pm, Saturday April 11th, 8am-5pm, Sunday April 12th, 9am-4pm.
*Participants must attend all class times to receive full lifeguard certification.
*Online portion to be completed before start of class.
*Participation fee may be waived after 3 months of employment.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 1/20/26 | 4/6/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 200.00 | $ 250.00 |
Available Sessions
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04/10/26 - 04/12/26
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Babysitting Training (Ages 11-17)- YMCA at Pabst Farms
Learn how to safely care for infants and children in this hands-on training designed for youth ages 11–17. Participants will gain skills in child care, first aid, emergency response, and behavior management. The course also covers babysitting safety, responsibility, and how to start babysitting as a job. Certification is awarded upon completion.
Please note- Participants will not be certified in First Aid and CPR as an additional certification must be obtained. Red Cross Adult & Pediatric First Aid, CPR, and AED classes are available HERE (must be 14 years of age or older).
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| Member & Community Participant Registration | 11/14/22 | 4/18/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Available Sessions
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02/13/26
Location: Conference Room - Fr - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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02/28/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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4 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 02/27/2026 |
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03/14/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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8 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 03/13/2026 |
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03/21/26
Location: Conference Room - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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4 / 8 Available |
Register Closes 03/20/2026 |
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04/11/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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7 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 04/10/2026 |
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04/18/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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10 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 04/17/2026 |
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05/30/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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10 / 10 Available |
Registration will open on 03/09/2026 |
Babysitting Training - Schultz Family YMCA (Ages 11-17)
After taking this class, you will have the knowledge and skills needed to be a safe, responsible, and successful babysitter.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 11/10/25 | 2/23/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 70.00 | $ 90.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | ||
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02/28/26
Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
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9 / 10 Available |
Register Closes 02/23/2026 |
CPR /First Aid/ AED - Schultz Family YMCA
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 12/2/24 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 75.00 | $ 95.00 |
Home Alone Workshop (Ages 8-10)- YMCA at Pabst Farms
Designed for kids ages 8–10, this workshop helps build independence and confidence by teaching how to stay safe when home alone. Participants will learn safety basics, how to handle emergencies, set boundaries, and respond to strangers or unexpected situations.
**Bring food/snack/drink needed to get through this class time.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| Member & Community Participant Registration | 11/14/22 | 4/6/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 45.00 | $ 65.00 |
Available Sessions
| Date(s) | Spots Available | Special Rate | ||
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02/21/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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- | $45 - $65 | Waiting List | |
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03/20/26
Location: Conference Room - Fr - 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
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7 / 8 Available | $45 - $65 |
Register Closes 03/19/2026 |
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04/06/26
Location: Conference Room - Mo - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
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7 / 8 Available | $45 - $65 |
Register Closes 04/05/2026 |
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05/03/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Su - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available | $45 - $65 |
Registration will open on 03/09/2026 |
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06/07/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Su - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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8 / 8 Available | $45 - $65 |
Registration will open on 03/09/2026 |
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED
This is a Red Cross lay responder class in which you will learn cpr, aed, and first aid skills for adults, infants, and children. Upon successful completion of course, you will receive a certification valid for 2 years.
Registration Information
| Open | Close | Register At | Member | Community Participant | |
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| 12/2/22 | 12/31/26 | Online / Front Desk | $ 75.00 | $ 95.00 |
Available Sessions
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02/21/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 02/19/2026 |
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02/27/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Register Closes 02/25/2026 |
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03/07/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 03/05/2026 |
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03/12/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Register Closes 03/10/2026 |
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03/17/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Register Closes 03/15/2026 |
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03/25/26
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 03/23/2026 |
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04/04/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 04/02/2026 |
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04/16/26
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 04/14/2026 |
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04/18/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 04/16/2026 |
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04/28/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Register Closes 04/26/2026 |
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05/05/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Register Closes 05/03/2026 |
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05/16/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Register Closes 05/14/2026 |
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05/20/26
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Register Closes 05/18/2026 |