Lifeguard

Lifeguards are responsible for ensuring the safety of individuals in aquatic facilities by monitoring swimming areas, enforcing safety rules, and responding swiflty to emergencies. Lifeguards may also provide basic first aid, administer CPR, and educate the public on water safety practices.

This program offers courses that cover progressive techniques in advanced water safety, rescue, and resuscitation. Emphasizing lifeguarding methods and swimming pool operation, the program equips participants with skills to prevent, recognize, and respond to aquatic emergencies. Completion results in American Red Cross Certified Lifeguard status with current certifications in CPR, Automated External Defibrillator (AED), and First Aid.​

Students entering this program should have a strong sense of self-discipline, a strong interest in assisting and caring for others, and both critical thinking and crisis intervention skills.

Lifeguard jobs can be found in several recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, and sports facilities. Additional career information may be found in Career Coach: https://ccbcmd.emsicc.com/.

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