Find & Register for Training

1

Apply to Be
a Lifeguard

2

Review Training
Prerequisites

3

Learn About Types of
Available Trainings

4

Choose Your Location
& Register

Training may vary by location and job requirements. Some classes may be offered more frequently than others.

1

Apply

Before you can begin training, it’s best to make sure we have your application on file. That way, you’ll be all set to guard and get your pool location placement once you complete training.

2

Training Prerequisites

Before beginning in-person training sessions, you should be able to meet the following prerequisites:

  • Must be 15 years or older on or before the final scheduled session.
  • Swim 100 yards. Candidates may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination of both. Backstroke and sidestroke are not allowed. Swim googles may be used.
  • Tread water for one minute using only the legs.
  • Exit the pool without using a ladder.
  • Brick Retrieval: Feet-First surface dive to retrieve a 10-pound brick from the deepest depth of the training facility.

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What Class Should I Take?

Not sure which option is right for you? Take a look at the options below and make the right call for yourself.

FULL LIFEGUARD TRAINING: FOR NEW & RETURNING LIFEGUARDS

We have teamed up with Ellis & Associates to offer a wide range of aquatics-related training.

Ellis & Associates is the industry leader when it comes to aquatic safety. With a reputation as the No. 1 provider of innovative, cutting-edge training since it’s introduction in 1983, E&A’s International Lifeguard Training Program™ (ILTP®) is recognized around the world as the premiere lifeguard training program available.

The ILTP® is an objective-driven program that produces lifeguards that perform at a higher level than those of other national/international training agencies. Its unique, comprehensive training program includes:

  • Health Care Provider level CPR (one- and two-person CPR, AR, Foreign Body Airway Obstruction, and AED training)

  • Emergency Oxygen Administration training

  • First Aid

  • The latest rescue techniques

Lifeguard candidates must successfully pass written and practical (“hands-on”) tests in order to receive an ILTP® Course Completion Certificate that can be used to gain employment at any aquatic facility in the world. Adequate instruction time is provided for students to meet the training objectives and achieve “test ready” competency.

LIFEGUARD INSTRUCTOR COURSE: For Returning Guards

Want to teach other guards and earn extra pay? Complete the Lifeguard Instructor Course. Lifeguard instructors are the most valuable assets when it comes to training new and returning guards.

Please keep in mind that this is an advanced course. You must be not only a very strong swimmer, but also exceptional in your knowledge of rescue situations and lifesaving techniques.

Pool Operator Course: FOR RETURNING GUARDS (MD, VA, DC only)

This is the course for you if you want to earn your Certified Pool Operator certification, or improve upon your pool operation and maintenance skills. Participants will take a deeper dive into the mechanics of pool and spa operation, chemistry, filtration systems, maintenance, as well as state and local ordinances.

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Choose Your Location to Find Trainings Near You

Arizona

Office:

American Pool Aquatic Solutions

Counties Served:
Maricopa County
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Connecticut

Office:

New York, Northern New Jersey, and Connecticut

Counties Served:
Fairfield County
Hartford County
Litchfield County
New Haven County
New London County
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Georgia

Office:

Georgia

Counties Served:
Atlanta (city)
Carroll County
Cherokee County
Cobb County
Douglas County
Fayette County
Fulton County
Gwinnett County
Hall County
Paulding County
Pickens County
Rockdale County
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Maryland

Office:

Maryland

Counties Served:
Anne Arundel County
Baltimore City and County
Calvert County
Carroll County
Cecil County
Frederick County
Harford County
Howard County
Montgomery County
Prince George’s County
St. Mary’s County
Washington County
Washington, DC
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New Jersey

Office:

New Jersey

Counties Served:
Bergen County
Essex County
Hunterdon County
Mercer County
Middlesex County
Monmouth County
Morris County
Passaic County
Somerset County
Union County
Warren County
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Office:

New York, Northern New Jersey, and Connecticut

Counties Served:
Bergen County
Hudson County
Morris County
Passaic County
Sussex County
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Office:

Southern New Jersey

Counties Served:
Atlantic County
Burlington County
Camden County
Cape May County
Cumberland County
Gloucester County
Mercer County
New Castle County
Ocean County
Salem County
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New York

Office:

Long Island

Counties Served:
Brooklyn County
Nassau County
Suffolk County
Queens County
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Office:

New York, Northern New Jersey, and Connecticut

Counties Served:
Bronx County
Dutchess County
Kings County
New York County / Manhattan
Orange County
Putnam County
Queens County
Rockland County
Sullivan County
Westchester County
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North Carolina

Office:

American Pool Aquatic Solutions

Counties Served:
Craven County
Onslow County
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Pennsylvania

Office:

American Pool Aquatic Solutions

Counties Served:
Adams County
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Office:

Philadelphia

Counties Served:
Berks County
Bucks County
Chester County
Delaware County
Lehigh County
Montgomery County
Northampton County
Philadelpha
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Office:

Pittsburgh

Counties Served:
Allegheny County
Washington County
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South Carolina

Office:

American Pool Aquatic Solutions

Counties Served:
Beaufort County
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Texas

Office:

American Pool Aquatic Solutions

Counties Served:
Archer County
Clay County
Wichita County
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Office:

Houston

Counties Served:
Austin County
Brazoria County
Chambers County
Colorado County
Houston (city)
Harris County
Jefferson County
Fort Bend County
Montgomery County
Washington County
Wharton County
Waller County
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Virginia

Office:

Virginia

Counties Served:
Alexandria County
Arlington County
Fairfax City and County
Fauquier County
Fredericksburg County
Loudoun County
Prince William County
Spotsylvania County
Stafford County
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