LIFEGUARD TRAINING HEADQUARTERS – Your Center for Life Guard Training
Gloucester County sits in South Jersey across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, home to Woodbury, the county seat, in a growing suburban region.
Get certified in professional lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid through a flexible, blended training program built for Gloucester County’s growing suburban communities.
Lifeguard training in Gloucester County, New Jersey at a glance
Gloucester County, New Jersey pricing is $195.00 for 27.5 hours of training, 7.5 of them online and 2 days in person, with a minimum age of 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
- 300 yards unbroken, 2 minutes treading using legs only, and a 10-lb brick from 7 to 10 ft within 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 Gloucester County, New Jersey.
CMAHC-Aligned Training
American Aquatics and Safety Training measures its curriculum against the prevailing standards of the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC).
Our curriculum is designed for the community pools and recreation programs serving Woodbury, Washington Township, and the surrounding Gloucester County communities.
Core Curriculum
In Gloucester County, coursework divides between water rescue and surveillance on one hand and professional resuscitation on the other.
Water Rescue & Surveillance
- Active vs. Passive Recognition: Work a systematic scan and recognise both the active struggle and the passive, unconscious casualty.
- Water Entries: Drill fast entries matched to varying pool depths and facility shapes.
- 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: Accurate pad placement, and a shock delivered inside the cycle rather than instead of it.
- Rescue Breathing: Rescue breathing at the ratio that matches the casualty, adult, child or infant.
Gloucester County Lifeguard Certification Requirements
To enroll in Gloucester County, candidates must meet the following age and physical performance requirements.
Minimum Age
- 15 years or older for pool/waterpark certification.
- 16 years or older for waterfront/beach certification.
Physical Performance Test
The point of these benchmarks is to establish baseline water competence before anyone practises a rescue on you or with you.
- Swim 300 yards unbroken, choosing front crawl, breaststroke, or a combination.
- Tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs.
- Within 1 minute 40 seconds, retrieve a 10-pound object from 7 to 10 feet of water and swim it back, with no use of a ladder or the 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.
- Handling shock, heat illness and the wider range of medical emergencies on a pool deck.
How It Works: The Path to Certification
The Gloucester County programme is delivered in two halves: self-paced study first, then a single scheduled practical block.
- 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: Complete the in-person day, clearing the physical gate and the rescue skills test.
- Step 4: Finish by scoring a pass on the closing written evaluation.
Packing Checklist for Your Skills Session
Pack the following for your skills day:
Proper Swimwear
A functional, athletic-style swimsuit designed for rigorous physical activity.
Towels & Warm Layers
Two or more dry towels and a warm change of clothes, which matter more than people expect between water drills.
Hydration & Nutrition
A refillable water bottle and high-energy food, since the physical sessions are long and demanding.
Documentation
Age-verifying photo ID, government or school issued, presented on Day 1.
Certification
Upon successful completion, students in Gloucester 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 Gloucester County?
Gloucester County’s growing residential communities and expanding recreation facilities support increasing 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 Gloucester 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
Worth knowing: many beach, ocean and waterfront posts require a waterfront or open-water qualification in addition to the pool certification.
Frequently Asked Questions About Lifeguard Training in Gloucester 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.
Where is this certification accepted?
Yes. American Aquatics and Safety Training certifications follow the standards referenced by the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC).
What should I bring to my in-person skills session?
You need a proper swimsuit, towel, swim cap, a dry change of clothing, a water bottle and photo ID confirming your age. Goggles may be worn during the swim, though not for the retrieval test.
What happens if I don't pass the physical prerequisites?
The prerequisites are a safety gate and cannot be waived. Miss them on day one and instructors will tell you exactly what to practise, with a transfer into a later session once you are ready.
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Enroll in a lifeguard class in Gloucester County
$195 Expect 27.5 hours: online coursework plus one skills session in person. The resulting certification is valid for two years.
Our training partner American Aquatics & Safety Training schedules and runs the classes.
Lifeguard classes in Gloucester County: what to expect
Classes in Gloucester County all run blended: coursework online first, then a single in-person session where you are assessed in the water. Certification in Gloucester County follows once the rescue, CPR/AED and First Aid components are passed, 27.5 hours in total.
The format of a lifeguard course in Gloucester County
Self-paced online modules pair with one day in the water. The online portion is scanning, rescue theory and emergency planning. The practical portion is entries, approaches, extrications and spinal management.
Entry requirements for lifeguard courses in Gloucester County
Lifeguard courses in Gloucester County require candidates to be at least 15 by the last day of class and to complete the swim test. Those who become a lifeguard in Gloucester County typically work at municipal pools, waterparks, campus aquatic centers and waterfronts across New Jersey.
Cost of lifeguard certification in Gloucester County
$195 is the price in Gloucester County, inclusive of online modules, the skills assessment in person, and two years of certification. Gloucester County runs classes throughout the year.
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Last updated September 20, 2026