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Lifeguard Training in Washington County, New York

Washington County lies in eastern New York along the Vermont border, with Fort Edward as its seat and the village of Whitehall, at the southern tip of Lake Champlain, within its borders.
Get certified in professional lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid through a flexible, blended training program built for Washington County’s rural, river-and-lake setting.
Lifeguard Training in Washington County

Lifeguard training in Washington County, New York at a glance

Washington County, New York 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
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 Washington County, New York.

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 community and municipal aquatic programs serving Fort Edward, Hudson Falls, and Whitehall.

Core Curriculum

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

Water Rescue & Surveillance

  • Active vs. Passive Recognition: Read the water methodically, separating visible distress from the passive submersion that makes no noise.
  • Water Entries: Choose an entry that suits the depth and the layout, then perform it at speed.
  • In-Water Stabilization: Stabilise and protect a casualty with suspected head, neck or back injury while still in the water.

CPR & AED Training

  • High-Quality Compressions: Correct compression rate, correct depth, and a full release between compressions.
  • AED Operation: Get the pads in the right place and work the unit into the cycle with minimal downtime.
  • Rescue Breathing: Apply the appropriate breath ratio for each casualty age group.

Washington County Lifeguard Certification Requirements

To enroll in Washington 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.
  • A continuous 300 yard swim in front crawl, breaststroke, or a mix of the two.
  • 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

Washington County candidates work through the coursework online and reserve their diary only for the in-person session.
  • Step 1: Work through the online modules on rescue theory, CPR and AED, and first aid basics.
  • Step 2: Reach out so we can schedule the hands-on session and confirm timings.
  • Step 3: Attend in person, pass the water prerequisite, then pass the rescue skills evaluation.
  • Step 4: Pass the final written paper to complete the certification.
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Packing Checklist for Your Skills Session

For the skills clinic, bring:
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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 water bottle you can refill, plus high-energy snacks for the demanding practical sessions.

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Documentation

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

Certification

Upon successful completion, students in Washington 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.
What an employer accepts varies by organisation and by region. Confirm with yours before assuming this certification covers their requirement.

Why Take Aquatic Safety Courses in Washington County?

With the Hudson River and the southern reaches of Lake Champlain running through the county, Washington County offers a portable two-year credential valued at area pools and waterfronts.
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 Washington 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 Washington 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. Standards referenced by the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) underpin the American Aquatics and Safety Training certification.
The list: swimsuit, towel, swim cap, dry clothes, water, and photo identification showing your date of birth. Goggles are allowed while swimming but not during the brick retrieval.
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 Washington County

$195 27.5 hours overall, combining self-paced online work with one in-person session. Certification runs two years.

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Classes run through American Aquatics & Safety Training, the training partner for this site.

Lifeguard classes in Washington County: what to expect

Every Washington County class uses the same structure, online study followed by one pool session for assessment. The Washington County certification is awarded on passing the rescue, CPR/AED and First Aid components, which together run 27.5 hours.

The format of a lifeguard course in Washington County

Two halves make up the programme: self-paced online study, then one practical day. Online you cover scanning, rescue theory and emergency planning. In the water you cover entries, approaches, extrications and spinal management.

Entry requirements for lifeguard courses in Washington County

Lifeguard courses in Washington 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 Washington County typically work at municipal pools, waterparks, campus aquatic centers and waterfronts across New York.

Cost of lifeguard certification in Washington County

$195 is the price in Washington County, inclusive of online modules, the skills assessment in person, and two years of certification. Washington County runs classes throughout the year.

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Last updated September 20, 2026

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