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Lifeguard Training in Fentress County, Tennessee

Fentress County sits at the edge of the Big South Fork National River and Recreation Area, and residents throughout the Jamestown area can access lifeguard and water-safety certification training. While the county is largely rural, courses are structured to reach communities like Fentress County that don’t have a large aquatics center of their own.
Training combines hands-on skills sessions with blended online coursework, letting students complete much of the classroom material at their own pace before attending in-person practice. Programs are built for teens preparing for a first summer job, adults seeking CPR and first aid credentials, and camp staff who supervise groups near local rivers and swimming areas. Weekend and evening scheduling options make certification practical for working adults and students alike.
Lifeguard Training in Fentress County

Lifeguard training in Fentress County, Tennessee at a glance

Fentress County, Tennessee 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
Continuous 300 yard swim; 2 minute legs-only tread; 10-lb brick retrieved from 7 to 10 ft in under 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 Fentress County, Tennessee.

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).
Certifications follow current aquatic safety standards, so a card earned through Fentress County training is honored at pools, camps, and aquatic facilities across Tennessee, including in nearby Jamestown and Cookeville.

Core Curriculum

In Fentress County, coursework divides between water rescue and surveillance on one hand and professional resuscitation on the other.

Water Rescue & Surveillance

  • Active vs. Passive Recognition: Cover your zone to a set pattern and distinguish active distress from passive drowning.
  • Water Entries: Practise entries appropriate to shallow and deep water and to different deck configurations.
  • 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: Rate and depth to standard, with complete chest recoil every time.
  • 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.

Fentress County Lifeguard Certification Requirements

To enroll in Fentress 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.
  • 300 continuous yards, front crawl or breaststroke or any combination of them.
  • 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.
  • Recognition and management of shock, heat-related illness and further medical emergencies.

How It Works: The Path to Certification

The Fentress County programme is delivered in two halves: self-paced study first, then a single scheduled practical block.
  • Step 1: Work through the online modules on rescue theory, CPR and AED, and first aid basics.
  • Step 2: Contact us to reserve your in-person skills day and lock in the schedule.
  • 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.
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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

A minimum of two dry towels and warm layers, to stay at temperature during the gaps 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

Valid photo identification from a government or school source, verifying age at Day 1 registration.

Certification

Upon successful completion, students in Fentress County earn a Certification from American Aquatics and Safety Training covering Lifeguarding, CPR/AED, and First Aid, valid for two years.
The curriculum is checked 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 Fentress County?

Lifeguard and CPR certification opens the door to seasonal and year-round jobs at pools, camps, and outdoor recreation sites throughout the region. Beyond employment, the rescue, CPR, and first aid skills taught in these courses give residents the confidence to respond in a real emergency at a lake, river, or backyard pool. It’s a credential that travels, giving Fentress County residents the flexibility to work anywhere in Tennessee.
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 Fentress 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 Fentress 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, the certification follows standards referenced by the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC) and is issued by American Aquatics and Safety Training.
Arrive with a swimsuit, towel, cap, a dry change of clothes, drinking water and age-verifying photo ID. Note that goggles are fine for the swim portion and not permitted for the object 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 Fentress County

$195 27.5 hours in total: online study plus a single in-person skills session. The certification lasts two years.

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Lifeguard classes in Fentress County and how they work

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

What a lifeguard course in Fentress 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 Fentress County

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

How much lifeguard certification in Fentress County costs

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

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Last updated September 20, 2026

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