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Lifeguard Training in Sullivan County, New Hampshire

Sullivan County sits in western New Hampshire along the Connecticut River, home to Newport, the county seat, in a rural, small-town region.
Get certified in professional lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid through a flexible, blended training program that fits Sullivan County’s rural community life.
Lifeguard Training in Sullivan County

Lifeguard training in Sullivan County, New Hampshire at a glance

Sullivan County, New Hampshire: $195.00, 27.5 hours in total (7.5 online plus 2 days in person), minimum 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 Sullivan County, New Hampshire.

CMAHC-Aligned Training

American Aquatics and Safety Training keeps the syllabus aligned with current Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code standards (CMAHC).
Our curriculum is designed for the community pools and recreation programs serving Newport, Claremont, and the surrounding Sullivan County communities.

Core Curriculum

In Sullivan County, the material covers two disciplines, water rescue and surveillance, and professional resuscitation.

Water Rescue & Surveillance

  • Active vs. Passive Recognition: Cover your zone to a set pattern and distinguish active distress from passive drowning.
  • Water Entries: Choose an entry that suits the depth and the layout, then perform it at speed.
  • In-Water Stabilization: Hold and protect casualties with possible head, neck or back damage until extrication is safe.

CPR & AED Training

  • High-Quality Compressions: Compress at the correct rate and depth, letting the chest recoil fully between each one.
  • AED Operation: Place the pads correctly and fold the device into the compression cycle without pausing longer than needed.
  • Rescue Breathing: Deliver rescue breaths at the right ratio for adult, child and infant casualties.

Sullivan County Lifeguard Certification Requirements

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

Minimum Age

Physical Performance Test

Rescue training assumes a working level of swimming ability, and these benchmarks are how that assumption gets verified.
  • Swim 300 yards unbroken, choosing front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination.
  • Tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs.
  • Bring up a 10-pound object from 7 to 10 feet and return it, all within 1 minute 40 seconds, and without using the ladder or pool steps to exit.

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

Training for Sullivan County is structured so the theory happens at home and only the water work requires a fixed date.
  • Step 1: Study the online material: rescue theory, CPR and AED, and the first aid fundamentals.
  • Step 2: Book the in-person skills session with us and have the date confirmed.
  • Step 3: Turn up for the practical day and clear both the physical prerequisite and the rescue skills assessment.
  • Step 4: Complete certification by passing the final written assessment.
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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 or more dry towels and a warm change of clothes, which matter more than people expect between water drills.

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Hydration & Nutrition

Water and calorie-dense snacks. The practical work is tiring and blood sugar matters by the afternoon.

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Documentation

Age-verifying photo ID, government or school issued, presented on Day 1.

Certification

Upon successful completion, students in Sullivan 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.
Since each organisation sets its own bar, confirm directly with your intended employer that this certification is one they accept.

Why Take Aquatic Safety Courses in Sullivan County?

Newport and Claremont’s community pools and the Connecticut River waterfront support demand for certified lifeguards, and the certification’s national recognition adds value throughout rural Sullivan County.
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 Sullivan 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 Sullivan County

How long does lifeguard training take?

Budget roughly 25 to 27.5 hours in total. Because the format is blended, the classroom share is completed online and only the skills session needs to be attended in person.
Yes. American Aquatics and Safety Training certifications follow the standards referenced by the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC).
Pack a swimsuit, towel, cap, dry clothes, drinking water and photo ID showing your age. You can wear goggles for the swimming element, though not for the object retrieval.
These are mandatory, because rescue training cannot proceed safely without them. A candidate who falls short leaves with targeted guidance and a place in a later session.
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Enroll in a lifeguard class in Sullivan County

$195 Total 27.5 hours, delivered as online modules and one in-person skills day. Certification is valid for two years.

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Our training partner American Aquatics & Safety Training schedules and runs the classes.

Lifeguard classes in Sullivan County

In Sullivan County the theory is completed online at whatever pace suits you, with a single in-person session for the water assessment. Certification in Sullivan County takes 27.5 hours and covers water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.

How the course is structured in Sullivan County

Delivery splits in two. Online you cover surveillance, rescue theory and emergency action planning; in person you are assessed on entries, approaches, extrications and spinal management.

Who lifeguard courses in Sullivan County are for

Lifeguard courses in Sullivan County are open to candidates aged 15 and over who can pass the prerequisite swim test. Most people who become a lifeguard in Sullivan County go on to work at community pools, waterparks, school and university facilities and open-water sites across New Hampshire.

What lifeguard certification in Sullivan County costs

Expect to pay $195 in Sullivan County for the online modules, the skills session and a certification valid two years from issue. Courses in Sullivan County are available year-round and online study starts at enrolment.

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Last updated September 20, 2026

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