RED CROSS WSI CERTIFICATION TEST QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS

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RED CROSS WSI CERTIFICATION TEST
QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS



In order to pass a Water Safety Course, a participant must...-correct-answer--
Attend all classes
- Participate and complete all skills
- Get 80% or higher on the test




What is the prerequisite to teaching Safety Training for Swim Coaches?-correct-
answer-WSIs must complete the Lifeguarding and Water Safety Instructor
Orientation to Safety Training for Swim Coaches, available on the Swim Coaches
page of Instructor's Corner.




What does COLA mean?-correct-answer-Check
Organize
Lead
Assess


What is the goal of Parent and Child Aquatics classes?-correct-answer-For children
to become comfortable in and around water so they're ready to learn how to
swim

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All submersions must be...-correct-answer-Voluntary




What indicates the initial phase of learning?-correct-answer-Coughing, sputtering,
or crying




How many times in one lesson should you submerge someone in their initial
phase of learning?-correct-answer-No more than 3 times




How can a WSI communicate with parents?-correct-answer-Swim Lesson
Achievement Booklet
Swim App
Brief in person




What is a benefit of educating parents about Water Safety?-correct-answer-They
can more safely supervise their children




What words should a WSI remember when teaching breaststroke?-correct-
answer-Pull & breathe, Kick & glide