Whether you’re a seasoned pro looking to renew your certification or a newbie just starting out, the American Lifeguard Association has the course for you. With locations across the country, we can help you become water-safe and save lives. Here are ten-course options happening this summer:
American Lifeguard Association Certification Course
Learn essential water rescue and CPR skills with this introductory certification program. Taught by certified instructors at our training facility in Orlando. Classes meet for two weeks in June.
Open Water Lifeguard Class
Take your skills to the next level with this advanced course focusing on ocean rescues and first aid at beach sites. Held on the California coast in July. No experience is required.
Weekend Refresher Course
If your cert expires soon, brush up on your skills quickly with our weekend-focused review. Ideal for lifeguard courses looking to renew. Hosted in Miami in early August.
Junior Lifeguard Camp
For ages 10-14, this weeklong day camp is a fun introduction to lifeguarding. Build water confidence with safe swim lessons and try simulated rescues. Offered in Seattle in late July.
Lake Lifeguard Certification
Designed for those protecting ponds and community pools. Gain expertise in surface dives, spinal injuries and more. Convenient evening classes meet over two months near Detroit starting in May.
Pediatric Aquatic Safety Course
Especially valuable for community center guards. Focus is on preventative measures, correct sizing of lifejackets and child-related first aid responses. Available in Dallas this September.
Adaptive Lifeguard Exam Prep
Accommodating special needs requires different skills. This intensive course teaches specialized rescues for elderly patrons or those with disabilities. Located outside Chicago in August.
Year-Round Professional Development
Maintenance training is key for life-long learning. Sign up for our series of monthly online webinars covering topics like EAP planning, legal risk management and trends in lifeguarding. Accessible anytime.
Outdoor First Responder Certification
Beyond water rescues, gain more emergency response abilities for remote locations like campsites and hiking trails. Intense Wilderness Medicine focused program held in Denver this June.
Beach Management Certification
For experienced open-water guards seeking leadership roles. Dive deep into duties like surveillance methods, weather monitoring, team supervision and incident reporting. Taught along the California coast in late summer.Whether restarting your career or just beginning, the American Lifeguard Association has an affordable course for any schedule or location. Check out our full catalog of nationwide offerings and register today to sign up. Safety is our number one priority – let our certified instructors ensure you have the skills and training to be the best lifeguard possible.
