How to be a Lifeguard?The simple guide to a lifeguarding career

http://lifeguardcertificationtraining.com

http://lifeguardcertificationtraining.com

Lifeguard Prerequisite Aged 15

Pass a screen test:

Swim for required distance

Swim a short distance carrying a weight

Tread water for a required period of time

Pass the brick test

http://lifeguardcertificationtraining.com

Lifeguard Certification Several types of lifeguard certification:

Lifeguarding – holders can work as lifeguards in normal swimming pool

Waterfront Lifeguarding – holders can work as lifeguards in non-surf, open-water areas such as inland lakes, ponds, and rivers

Waterpark Lifeguarding – holders can work as lifeguards in various waterparks.

Shallow Water Lifeguarding – holders can work as lifeguards in water environments that are up to 4/5 feet deep, e.g. kiddie pools, rivers, or the shallow pools

Surf Lifeguarding – holders can work as lifeguards in surf environments like ocean beaches which is the most demanding and dangerous venue

http://lifeguardcertificationtraining.com

Lifeguard Training In the United States, lifeguard training is provided by

the following organizations:

the American Red Cross

the Starfish Aquatics Institute

the Boy Scouts of America

the National Aquatic Safety Company (NASCO)

the YMCA

the City of Los Angeles

Jeff Ellis and Associates

More info on lifeguarding:

http://lifeguardcertificationtraining.com