Safety Classes & Certifications

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

YMCA at Pabst Farms
4/10/26 - 4/12/26
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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 MemberCommunity Participant
1/20/26 4/6/26 Online / Front Desk $ 200.00$ 250.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
04/10/26 - 04/12/26
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Babysitting Training (Ages 11-17)- YMCA at Pabst Farms

YMCA at Pabst Farms
2/13/26 - 5/30/26
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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 MemberCommunity Participant
Member & Community Participant Registration 11/14/22 4/18/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 90.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/13/26
Location: Conference Room - Fr - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
- Waiting List  
02/28/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4 / 10 Available Register  
Closes
02/27/2026
03/14/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
8 / 10 Available Register  
Closes
03/13/2026
03/21/26
Location: Conference Room - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
4 / 8 Available Register  
Closes
03/20/2026
04/11/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
7 / 10 Available Register  
Closes
04/10/2026
04/18/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
10 / 10 Available Register  
Closes
04/17/2026
05/30/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
10 / 10 Available
Registration
will open on
03/09/2026

Babysitting Training - Schultz Family YMCA (Ages 11-17)

Schultz Family YMCA
2/28/26 - 2/28/26
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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 MemberCommunity Participant
11/10/25 2/23/26 Online / Front Desk $ 70.00$ 90.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Spots
Available
02/28/26
Sa - 9:00 am - 4:00 pm
9 / 10 Available Register  
Closes
02/23/2026

CPR /First Aid/ AED - Schultz Family YMCA

Schultz Family YMCA
2/18/26 - 3/14/26
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Registration Information  

Open Close Register At MemberCommunity Participant
12/2/24 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 75.00$ 95.00

Available Sessions

Date(s) Minimum Deposit Special Rate
02/18/26
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED - We - 4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
$ 75.00 $75 - $95 Register  
03/14/26
Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED - Sa - 9:00 am - 1:30 pm
$ 75.00 $75 - $95 Register  

Home Alone Workshop (Ages 8-10)- YMCA at Pabst Farms

YMCA at Pabst Farms
2/21/26 - 6/7/26
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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 MemberCommunity Participant
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
02/21/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Sa - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
- $45 - $65 Waiting List  
03/20/26
Location: Conference Room - Fr - 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
7 / 8 Available $45 - $65 Register  
Closes
03/19/2026
04/06/26
Location: Conference Room - Mo - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm
7 / 8 Available $45 - $65 Register  
Closes
04/05/2026
05/03/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Su - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
8 / 8 Available $45 - $65
Registration
will open on
03/09/2026
06/07/26
Location: Multipurpose 2- West End - Su - 10:00 am - 1:00 pm
8 / 8 Available $45 - $65
Registration
will open on
03/09/2026

Red Cross Adult and Pediatric First Aid, CPR, AED

YMCA at Pabst Farms
2/21/26 - 5/20/26
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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 MemberCommunity Participant
12/2/22 12/31/26 Online / Front Desk $ 75.00$ 95.00

Available Sessions

Date(s)
02/21/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Closes
02/19/2026
02/27/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Closes
02/25/2026
03/07/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Closes
03/05/2026
03/12/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Closes
03/10/2026
03/17/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Closes
03/15/2026
03/25/26
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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03/23/2026
04/04/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Closes
04/02/2026
04/16/26
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Closes
04/14/2026
04/18/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Closes
04/16/2026
04/28/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Closes
04/26/2026
05/05/26
9:00 am - 1:30 pm
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Closes
05/03/2026
05/16/26
8:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Closes
05/14/2026
05/20/26
4:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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Closes
05/18/2026