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Lifeguard Training in Greene County, Tennessee

Greene County is home to Greeneville’s municipal pool, giving local residents a real, accessible place to build water-safety skills and pursue lifeguard certification. Training courses are available for residents throughout the county who want to work in aquatics or simply gain confidence around water.
Courses are available in-person and through blended learning formats, letting students complete online coursework before attending hands-on skills practice. The training serves teens seeking a first lifeguarding job, adults renewing CPR and first aid certification, and camp or recreation staff supervising children near water. Evening and weekend session options help students and working adults manage their schedules.
Lifeguard Training in Greene County

Lifeguard training in Greene County, Tennessee at a glance

Greene 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
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 Greene 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 Greene County training is honored at pools and aquatic facilities throughout Tennessee, including in Greeneville and neighboring Morristown.

Core Curriculum

In Greene County, two disciplines make up the coursework: water rescue and surveillance, then professional resuscitation.

Water Rescue & Surveillance

  • Active vs. Passive Recognition: Cover your zone to a set pattern and distinguish active distress from passive drowning.
  • Water Entries: Drill fast entries matched to varying pool depths and facility shapes.
  • 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: Work to the required rate and depth, and let the chest come all the way back up.
  • AED Operation: Place the pads correctly and fold the device into the compression cycle without pausing longer than needed.
  • Rescue Breathing: Apply the appropriate breath ratio for each casualty age group.

Greene County Lifeguard Certification Requirements

To enroll in Greene 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.
  • 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

Training for Greene County is structured so the theory happens at home and only the water work requires a fixed date.
  • Step 1: Finish the self-paced component covering rescue theory, CPR and AED use, and first aid.
  • Step 2: Reach out so we can schedule the hands-on session and confirm timings.
  • Step 3: Attend the session and satisfy both the physical prerequisite and the rescue evaluation.
  • Step 4: Sit and pass the final written evaluation to finish.
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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

A refillable water bottle and high-energy food, since the physical sessions are long and demanding.

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Documentation

Photo ID issued by a government body or school, confirming your age, required on the first day.

Certification

Upon successful completion, students in Greene 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.
Since each organisation sets its own bar, confirm directly with your intended employer that this certification is one they accept.

Why Take Aquatic Safety Courses in Greene County?

Certified lifeguards and CPR-trained staff are consistently needed at pools, camps, and recreation programs throughout Greene County. Training builds practical rescue and emergency-response skills while opening the door to reliable seasonal employment. The certification also travels well, giving residents options to work at aquatic facilities across the state.
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 Greene 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 Greene 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.
Yes. American Aquatics and Safety Training certifications follow the standards referenced by the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code (CMAHC).
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.
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 Greene 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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Scheduling and delivery are handled by our training partner, American Aquatics & Safety Training.

Lifeguard classes in Greene County

Study for a Greene County class happens online at your own pace, followed by one session in the pool where rescue skills are assessed. Certification in Greene County runs 27.5 hours and takes in water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.

How the course is structured in Greene County

Delivery splits in two. Online you cover surveillance, rescue theory and emergency action planning; in person you are assessed on entries, approaches, extrications and spinal management.

Who lifeguard courses in Greene County are for

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

What lifeguard certification in Greene County costs

For $195 a candidate in Greene County gets the online modules, the skills session and a certification valid two years from issue. Greene 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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