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Lifeguard Training in Morton County, North Dakota

Morton County lies in south-central North Dakota just across the Missouri River from Bismarck, with Mandan as its county seat. The county is home to Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park, where the Missouri and Heart Rivers meet.
Get certified in professional lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid through a flexible, blended training program built for Morton County’s growing riverside communities.
Lifeguard Training in Morton County

Lifeguard training in Morton County, North Dakota at a glance

Morton County, North Dakota 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
Swim 300 yards without stopping, tread 2 minutes with no arms, and bring a 10-lb brick up 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 Morton County, North Dakota.

CMAHC-Aligned Training

The curriculum is reviewed by American Aquatics and Safety Training against current standards from the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC).
Our curriculum is designed for municipal pools and aquatic facilities serving Mandan, New Salem, and Flasher.

Core Curriculum

In Morton County, two disciplines make up the coursework: water rescue and surveillance, then 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: Select and execute the right entry for the depth and deck layout in front of you.
  • In-Water Stabilization: Apply in-water protocols for suspected spinal trauma without worsening the injury.

CPR & AED Training

  • High-Quality Compressions: Work to the required rate and depth, and let the chest come all the way back up.
  • 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.

Morton County Lifeguard Certification Requirements

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

Minimum Age

Physical Performance Test

These are screening standards, not fitness goals: they confirm you can work in deep water before rescue training starts.
  • 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 Morton County is structured so the theory happens at home and only the water work requires a fixed date.
  • Step 1: Complete the remote coursework spanning rescue theory, CPR and AED, and core first aid.
  • Step 2: Book the in-person skills session with us and have the date confirmed.
  • 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

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 water bottle you can refill, plus high-energy snacks for the demanding practical sessions.

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Documentation

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

Certification

Upon successful completion, students in Morton 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 Morton County?

Mandan’s municipal pools and the Missouri River recreation areas around Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park keep demand strong for certified lifeguards throughout the summer season.
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 Morton 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 Morton County

How long does lifeguard training take?

Expect around 25 to 27.5 hours across the whole course, with the classroom portion completed online ahead of the mandatory in-person skills session.
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, 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 Morton County

$195 Expect 27.5 hours: online coursework plus one skills session in person. The resulting 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 Morton County

The Morton County route is online study on your own schedule, then a practical session in the pool. Certification in Morton County spans water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid in one 27.5-hour course.

How the course is structured in Morton County

The structure is online theory covering surveillance, rescue theory and emergency action planning, followed by a practical session assessing entries, approaches, extrications and spinal management.

Who lifeguard courses in Morton County are for

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

What lifeguard certification in Morton County costs

For $195 a candidate in Morton County gets the online modules, the skills session and a certification valid two years from issue. Morton County runs classes year-round, and the online component starts at enrolment.

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Last updated September 20, 2026

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