Earn your lifeguarding certification from the American Lifeguard Association®. Our courses reflect the latest techniques based on science and best practices to ensure that you are properly trained and prepared for emergencies in and around the water. American Lifeguard Association® training provides participants with flexible training options, improved tools and resources. Our in-person training has a strong focus on practising the skills needed to prepare, respond and prevent emergencies. Course materials, including a complimentary eBook, include skill videos for lifeguards to review and refresh during and after training.

A variety of American Lifeguard Association® aquatic courses cover everything from Lifeguarding and lifeguard Management, to swim lessons and water safety. The curriculum to become a certified lifeguard has been recently updated and developed under the guidance of the American American Lifeguard Association® Scientific Advisory Council, a group of nationally recognized experts that ensures all information provided offers the latest science and best practices. Whether you prefer training in a classroom-only in-person environment or the flexibility of blended learning (online courses followed by Instructor-led classes), the American Lifeguard Association® Lifeguard certification is the trusted leader in lifeguard and aquatic training and is accepted nationwide.

All lifeguarding participants must complete the required swimming skills prerequisite before taking the course. The prerequisite skills assessments include a swim-tread-swim and a timed event sequence. Throughout the course, participants will learn and be evaluated on knowledge and skills related to lifeguarding, water rescues, extractions, CPR AED and First Aid. Participants who complete the Lifeguarding certification course will be issued one of the following certifications depending on the Lifeguarding course completed. For example, participants who complete the Lifeguarding (including Deep Water) with CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and First Aid, will be issued a certification valid for 2 years.