The Wiscasset Community Center and the Midcoast Chapter of the American Red Cross are conducting a certified lifeguard course beginning May 12 and will run through May 19. Upon completion of the course, participants receive certification from the American Red Cross in Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR for the Professional Rescuer and AED (good for two years).

The course schedule is Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Sunday. Please contact the Wiscasset Community Center at 207-882-8230 for a complete course schedule and syllabus.

Participants must meet the following requirements in a pre-screening test, scheduled for Tuesday May 7 (call for an appointment); pass a 400-yard swim test; swim 20 yards, retrieve a 10-pound diving brick from nine feet of water and swim 20 yards with brick (timed); and be at least 15 years of age by May 19, 2013.

The cost of the course is $125 for Wiscasset Community Center members and $150 for non-members. Fee includes all classroom instruction, pool time, equipment and certifications. Books are available for rental upon request.