Course Curriculum Overview

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  • 1
    Certification Instructions & Downloads
  • 2
    Section 1: Overview of Being a Deck Ref and Starter for Summer Swimming (30 Minutes)
  • 3
    Section 2: Stroke & Turn Rules
  • 4
    Section 3: Starter Training Video
  • 5
    Sections 4 & 5: Final Certification Exams
  • Welcome & Instructions Resources for Download
  • The Professional (Summer Swim!) Starter & Referee (45 Minute Video)
  • The 15-Meeter Mark in Summer Swim Butterfly Backstroke Freestyle Breaststroke Individual Medley (IM)
  • USA Swimming Starter Training Video
  • "Open Book" Test! Stroke & Turn Exam Starter / Referee Exam

To Certify as a Starter & Referee

Complete this course with an 85% passing grade on the final exams.