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Lifeguard Training in Billings County, North Dakota

Billings County is in the heart of the North Dakota Badlands, with the tourist town of Medora as its county seat. The county contains the South Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park, one of the state’s most iconic landmarks.
Get certified in professional lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid through a flexible, blended training program built for Billings County’s tourism-driven Badlands economy.
Lifeguard Training in Billings County

Lifeguard training in Billings County, North Dakota at a glance

In Billings County, North Dakota 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
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 Billings County, North Dakota.

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 seasonal and tourism-related recreational programs serving Medora and the surrounding Billings County area.

Core Curriculum

In Billings County, two disciplines make up the coursework: water rescue and surveillance, then 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: Drill fast entries matched to varying pool depths and facility shapes.
  • In-Water Stabilization: Hold and protect casualties with possible head, neck or back damage until extrication is safe.

CPR & AED Training

  • High-Quality Compressions: Correct compression rate, correct depth, and a full release between compressions.
  • AED Operation: Site the pads properly and keep interruptions to compressions as short as the device allows.
  • Rescue Breathing: Deliver rescue breaths at the right ratio for adult, child and infant casualties.

Billings County Lifeguard Certification Requirements

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

Minimum Age

Physical Performance Test

Each of these confirms a specific capability, stamina, comfort at depth and control without the use of arms, ahead of the practical syllabus.
  • A continuous 300 yard swim in front crawl, breaststroke, or a mix of the two.
  • Tread water for 2 minutes using only your legs.
  • Recover a 10-pound object lying at 7 to 10 feet inside 1 minute 40 seconds, then carry it back through the water without touching 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.
  • Spotting and treating shock, heat illness and the other medical emergencies that occur poolside.

How It Works: The Path to Certification

Courses serving Billings County run on a blended model, which keeps most of the study off the calendar and away from a classroom.
  • Step 1: Finish the self-paced component covering rescue theory, CPR and AED use, and first aid.
  • Step 2: Contact us to reserve your in-person skills day and lock in the schedule.
  • 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

Bring at least two towels and something warm to change into, because you will cool down fast between drills.

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Hydration & Nutrition

Bring a reusable bottle and substantial snacks to keep energy up through the physical training.

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Documentation

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

Certification

Upon successful completion, students in Billings County earn a Certification from American Aquatics and Safety Training covering Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid, valid for two years.
The syllabus is measured against current CMAHC-referenced criteria.
Requirements differ between organisations and regions, so check with the employer you are targeting that this certification satisfies their criteria.

Why Take Aquatic Safety Courses in Billings County?

Medora’s seasonal tourism boom brings a surge of visitors and seasonal workers each summer, creating demand for certified staff at hotels, pools, and recreational facilities that serve travelers to Theodore Roosevelt National Park.
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 Billings 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 Billings 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.
They are. Certification through American Aquatics and Safety Training aligns with the standards the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) references.
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.
Not clearing them on the first day is common. You will get specific feedback on the element that failed, and scheduling is flexible enough to move you to a future date.
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Enroll in a lifeguard class in Billings 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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Classes run through American Aquatics & Safety Training, the training partner for this site.

Lifeguard classes in Billings County and how they work

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

What a lifeguard course in Billings 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 Billings County

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

How much lifeguard certification in Billings County costs

Lifeguard training in Billings 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 Billings County are available year-round.

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Last updated September 20, 2026

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