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Lifeguard Training in Broward County, Florida

Broward County, seated in Fort Lauderdale, is a major South Florida county known for its extensive canal system, often called the “Venice of America,” and its wide Atlantic beaches. The county includes Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hollywood Beach, both long-standing tourism and boating hubs.
Get certified in professional lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid through a flexible, blended training program built for Broward County’s high-traffic beaches and resort pools.
Lifeguard Training in Broward County

Lifeguard training in Broward County, Florida at a glance

In Broward County, Florida the course is $195.00 and runs 27.5 hours (7.5 online, 2 days in person). Entry requires age 15 and a 300 yard swim.

Cost
$195.00 per participant, group discounts available.
Length
7.5 hours online plus 2 days in person (27.5 hours total).
Minimum age
15 by the last day of class.
Swim test
A continuous 300 yard swim, a 2 minute tread without arms, and a 10-lb brick recovered from 7 to 10 ft inside 1:40.
Certifications
Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer, First Aid.
Valid for
Two years. Recertification is 10 hours in person.
Format
Blended, online at your own pace, then an in-person skills session available on request in Broward County, Florida.

CMAHC-Aligned Training

Curriculum review at American Aquatics and Safety Training tracks the current standards of the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC).
Our curriculum is designed for beach patrols, hotel and resort pools, and aquatics facilities serving Fort Lauderdale, Hollywood, Pompano Beach, and Coral Springs.

Core Curriculum

In Broward County, the coursework splits into two disciplines, water rescue and surveillance, and professional resuscitation.

Water Rescue & Surveillance

  • Active vs. Passive Recognition: Work a systematic scan and recognise both the active struggle and the passive, unconscious casualty.
  • Water Entries: Select and execute the right entry for the depth and deck layout in front of you.
  • In-Water Stabilization: Manage suspected spinal injuries in the water, which is where handling errors do the most harm.

CPR & AED Training

  • High-Quality Compressions: Compress at the correct rate and depth, letting the chest recoil fully between each one.
  • AED Operation: Get the pads in the right place and work the unit into the cycle with minimal downtime.
  • Rescue Breathing: Deliver rescue breaths at the right ratio for adult, child and infant casualties.

Broward County Lifeguard Certification Requirements

To enroll in Broward County, candidates must meet the following age and physical performance requirements.

Minimum Age

Physical Performance Test

The point of these benchmarks is to establish baseline water competence before anyone practises a rescue on you or with you.
  • Complete 300 yards without stopping, using front crawl, breaststroke, or both.
  • Tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs.
  • A 10-pound object sits at 7 to 10 feet. Retrieve it and swim it back inside 1 minute 40 seconds, avoiding the ladder and the pool steps.

Skills You'll Master

The curriculum is organized into three core disciplines: water rescue, resuscitation, and first aid.

Water Rescue Techniques & Surveillance

  • Reaching and throwing assists using rescue equipment.
  • Active and passive drowning victim rescues.
  • Multiple-victim response prioritization.
  • Submerged victim recovery in shallow and deep water.

CPR / AED for Professional Responders

  • Adult, child, and infant CPR technique.
  • Two-rescuer CPR coordination.
  • AED use on adult, child, and infant victims.
  • Choking and airway obstruction response.

Advanced First Aid & Medical Emergencies

  • Bleeding control and wound care.
  • Identifying shock and heat illness early, and responding to other medical emergencies.

How It Works: The Path to Certification

Broward County candidates work through the coursework online and reserve their diary only for the in-person session.
  • Step 1: Finish the self-paced component covering rescue theory, CPR and AED use, and first aid.
  • Step 2: Book the in-person skills session with us and have the date confirmed.
  • Step 3: Attend the session and satisfy both the physical prerequisite and the rescue evaluation.
  • Step 4: Sit and pass the final written evaluation to finish.
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Packing Checklist for Your Skills Session

Pack the following for your skills day:
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Proper Swimwear

A functional, athletic-style swimsuit designed for rigorous physical activity.

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Towels & Warm Layers

Two dry towels minimum, plus warm clothing to keep your core temperature up between drills.

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Hydration & Nutrition

A refillable water bottle and high-energy food, since the physical sessions are long and demanding.

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Documentation

Government or school photo identification proving your age, checked on Day 1.

Certification

Upon successful completion, students in Broward County earn a Certification from American Aquatics and Safety Training covering Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid, valid for two years.
Curriculum review runs against current CMAHC-referenced criteria.
Employers and regions apply different rules, so verify with the facility you want to work at that this certification meets what they ask for.

Why Take Aquatic Safety Courses in Broward County?

Fort Lauderdale Beach and Hollywood Beach draw heavy year-round tourism and boating traffic, and the county’s dense network of hotel and community pools creates steady demand for certified lifeguards.
Throughout the course, you’ll receive hands-on instruction in:
  • Injury prevention and facility safety
  • Patron surveillance techniques
  • Water rescue skills
  • Victim assessment
  • First aid
  • CPR/AED

Career Opportunities

A lifeguard certification can open the door to rewarding employment opportunities in Broward County and beyond.
  • Pool and waterpark lifeguard positions
  • Resort and hotel aquatics staff
  • Community and recreation center supervision
  • Camp and school aquatics programs
  • Aquatics facility management

Frequently Asked Questions About Lifeguard Training in Broward County

How long does lifeguard training take?

Total contact and study time is in the region of 25 to 27.5 hours. The blended structure means the theory is done online in advance, leaving the in-person session for practical work.
Yes. American Aquatics and Safety Training certifications follow the standards referenced by the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC).
Pack a swimsuit you can work in, a towel, a swim cap, dry clothes to change into, water, and photo identification that proves your age. Goggles are permitted for the swim but must come off for the object retrieval.
They are non-negotiable for safety. If day one does not go your way, expect precise feedback on what to work on and a transfer rather than a lost fee.
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Enroll in a lifeguard class in Broward County

$195 27.5 hours in total: online study plus a single in-person skills session. The certification lasts two years.

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Lifeguard classes in Broward County and how they work

Booking a lifeguard class in Broward County means completing the online portion first and then attending a scheduled skills session in person. Lifeguard certification in Broward County bundles water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid into one 27.5-hour program.

What a lifeguard course in Broward County covers

The syllabus teaches surveillance and scanning, rescue technique, emergency action planning, and the CPR/AED and First Aid skills a professional rescuer is expected to perform. The in-person session is where each skill is signed off.

Prerequisites for lifeguard courses in Broward County

Lifeguard courses in Broward County are open to anyone aged 15 or over who can pass the swim test. People who become a lifeguard in Broward County find work at community pools, waterparks, schools and universities, and supervised open water across Florida.

How much lifeguard certification in Broward County costs

Lifeguard training in Broward County is priced at $195 and includes every part of the course, online modules, the in-person skills session and two-year certification. Lifeguard certification classes in Broward County are available year-round.

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Last updated September 20, 2026

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