Lifeguarding Certification
Lesson Info
Get your ARC lifeguard certification
Train to be an American Red Cross certified lifeguard
If you want to pursue a lifeguard position, obtaining certification is essential. Will and his team offer lifeguard certification courses in a supportive group environment, helping you feel confident and comfortable with all practical and written elements of the course. Covering everything from CPR and lifesaving first aid to water rescues, this multi-day program provides hands-on training and real-life scenario practice to ensure you develop the skills needed to respond to emergencies effectively. Whether you're new to lifeguarding or renewing your certification, this course equips you with the knowledge and confidence to perform your duties responsibly. Upon successful completion, you will earn a two-year American Red Cross certification, qualifying you for lifeguard positions.
Recognized certification
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Gain employable skills
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Before You Start
Before enrolling in the lifeguard certification course, there are a few important requirements to ensure you're ready for training.
- Age Requirement
- You must be at least 15 years old at the start of the course to be eligible for certification.
- Swimming Skills Test
- A swimming assessment is required to confirm that you have the confidence and ability to assist others in the water safely.
- Physical Readiness
- Lifeguarding requires stamina and strength, so be prepared for physically demanding activities, including timed swims and rescue drills.
- Commitment to Learning
- These courses are intensive and require focus, but they also encourage teamwork and enthusiasm to make learning both effective and enjoyable.
Lessons
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ARC Lifeguard certification review swimming
For a lifeguard certification review, you will need to provide proof of your current ARC lifeguard certification. Prerequisites: ✔ Swim 300 yards continuously on your front. Googles may be used. ✔ Tread water using legs only for 2 minutes (hands under armpits). ✔ Complete the following in 1min 40secs: Swim 20 yards, surface dive to a depth of 7-10ft to retrieve a 10lb object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards to the starting point with both hands holding the object. Exit the water without using a ladder or steps.
ARC Lifeguard instructor course
Prerequisites: ✔ Be at least 17 years old on or before the final session of the course. ✔ Hold basic certification in lifeguarding/first aid/CPR/AED. ✔ Complete an online introduction to the Lifeguard Instructor course before the pre course skills session. ✔ Obtain all course participant materials before the first session of the Instructor course.
Get certified, get employed
All our lifeguard training courses have one goal in mind—to help you gain the skills you need to get employed as a lifeguard. You'll leave the course with everything you need to excel as a lifeguard—certification, a sense of humor, and a passion for sharing your new-found water safety knowledge.
Book classes via the Diventures site