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Lifeguard certification is an important phase in the process of becoming a professional lifeguard. In addition to this certificate, you will gain skills and knowledge which are the best allies of a lifeguard. There are many pool management companies in the market which offers such type of certifications and the for the purpose of lifeguard employment, this certificate is the must document. Let's see how to get a certification.
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Many people aiming to achieve their lifeguard certification often ask how to become a lifeguard and what are the necessary requirements to do so. • Typically, all it takes is to have a want to help people, a passion to learn and of course, enjoy spending time in the water. Introduction
Becoming a lifeguarddoes require an initial investment of time and money. Certification courses cost anywhere from $150 to $500, and take upwards of 30 hours to complete. • If you have a specific facility where you would like to work, check with the manager to see what type of lifeguard certification they prefer. • There are some big swimming pool management companies like red cross and also experienced ones like Aquatic management. Becoming a Lifeguard
You should be a good swimmer. • Certification courses require several swimming tests before the class commences, and if you can’t pass the tests, you can’t continue taking the course. • Swimming requirements vary by certification type, but at a minimum you should be able to swim 300 meters. • You should be used to "rhythmic breathing". • You must have a strong kick. Before You Take the Course
Identify and prevent common land-based emergencies. • Avoid distractions. • Work together with the rest of the lifeguard team. • Provide first aid and emergency care. • Perform water rescues for distressed swimmers and drowning victims. • Respond appropriately to a victim with a head, neck, or back injury. • Act as a secondary rescuer, assisting the primary rescuer in a variety of tasks. Lifeguard Course
To pass the course and become a certified lifeguard, you must attend all the classes and perform all the skills correctly. • Periodically, you will be required to take a written exam, and on the very last day you will perform a number of skills scenarios. • These are lifelike “make it or break it” tests that require you to identify an emergency in progress, respond appropriately, and provide the required care from start to finish. Becoming Certified
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