Course Description
The Purpose of the SGE STAR BLS course is to prepare individuals who work in an aquatic environment or facility to respond to or assist during emergencies. To receive certification, students are required to demonstrate knowledge by completing skill assessments and passing a written exam with a score of 80% or greater.
The focus during training is on competency assessment, methods and approaches that are specific to StarGuard, and facility-specific response methods.
Our courses are designed and taught by industry-leading professionals who are motivated to help prepare you for the many incidents that can arise.
STAR BLS Certification Prerequisites:
- 16 years or older to participate
- Candidates must be comfortable in the water while wearing a Personal Flotation Device (PFD, also known as lifejacket) appropriate for the water activities.
- 1-day in-person course - all days must be attended
- You must bring an electronic copy of the Starguard 6th Edition Text Book
- Classroom & pool setting - dress accordingly
- A Hip Pack, Whistle, & BigEasy style CPR Mask are required to attend the course.
If you do not have a circle aquatic CPR Mask on the day of the course, you will be charged $20.00. If you do not have a HIp Pack, or Whistle on the day of the course, you will be charged $30 for a circle aquatic CPR mask, Hip Pack, and Whistle.
Swim Prerequisite:
- No swim prerequisite. Must be comfortable in the water.
Certification will be awarded on the last day of class and are contingent upon the candidate's successful completion of the written and practical exam. Valid for 1 year.
- Thursday, April 9, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodland Park and Pool, San Marcos, CA
- Wednesday, May 13, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodland Park and Pool, San Marcos, CA
- Thursday, May 28, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodland Park and Pool, San Marcos, CA
- Tuesday, June 2, 2026 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PMWoodland Park and Pool, San Marcos, CA
- Thursday, June 18, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodland Park and Pool, San Marcos, CA
- Thursday, July 9, 2026 from 5:00 PM to 8:00 PMWoodland Park and Pool, San Marcos, CA