Uijeongbu Urban Corporation in Gyeonggi Province (President Kim Yongseok) announced on August 4 that it will operate the '3rd Lifeguard Certification Training Program' for two days from August 23 to 24.
Uijeongbu Urban Corporation will operate the "3rd Water Safety Officer Certification Training" for two days from the 23rd to the 24th. Photo by Uijeongbu Urban Corporation
This training is intended for members and citizens who use the Sports Center and Minrak National Sports Center. It aims to strengthen citizens' water safety capabilities and provide practical opportunities to obtain certification. By doing so, it seeks to enhance employment competitiveness and contribute to the establishment of a local community safety network.
The training will be conducted in cooperation with the Korea Swimming Pool Managers Association. Upon completion, participants can obtain a Level 2 Lifeguard Certificate. This certificate is a basic requirement for working as an indoor swimming pool lifeguard and is useful for citizens who wish to find employment in swimming pool-related fields.
The course consists of both theory and practical training, including theoretical education such as emergency response techniques including CPR, crisis response procedures, as well as practical training such as the use of rescue equipment and scenario-based situation drills. The practical evaluation for certification includes a 50-meter freestyle swim, a 50-meter breaststroke, and a 10-meter underwater swim.
In the previously held 1st and 2nd training programs, all 14 and 15 participants respectively obtained their certificates, achieving a 100% certification rate.
Kim Yongseok, President of Uijeongbu Urban Corporation, said, "The lifeguard certification program is a beneficial initiative that not only raises citizens' safety awareness but also helps enhance practical employment skills," and encouraged many to participate.
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