Lifeguard Class in Kenai Peninsula Borough Alaska

Lifeguard class in Kenai Peninsula Borough Alaska: common questions

Where can I take lifeguard training in Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska?

American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Kenai Peninsula Borough. The county's largest communities are Kenai, Homer and Soldotna, and most candidates travel from those areas for the in-water portion. Coursework is completed online first, then the rescue skills, CPR/AED and First Aid sessions are done in person with an instructor.

How much does lifeguard certification cost in Kenai Peninsula Borough?

The full lifeguard certification course is $195.00. It covers water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid in one package. Standalone CPR/AED is $25.00 and standalone First Aid is $19.99 if you only need to renew one component.

Will I be guarding a pool or open water in Kenai Peninsula Borough?

Mostly open water. Beaches and waterfront sites outnumber pools among the recorded venues in Kenai Peninsula Borough. Waterfront postings usually set the minimum age at 16. Named sites in Kenai Peninsula Borough include Whiskey Gulch Beach, Inside Beach and Kenai Beach. Whether a certification is accepted for waterfront or surf positions depends on the employer and, in some states, on state rules, so check the posting before you apply. Surf beaches often run their own qualifying test.

How old do I need to be to become a lifeguard in Alaska?

Most pool employers require candidates to be at least 15 years old on the final day of the course, and waterfront or beach positions usually require 16 or older. Individual employers in Kenai Peninsula Borough may set a higher minimum, so check the posting before you register.

What swim test do I have to pass?

You must swim 300 yards continuously, tread water for 2 minutes using legs only, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 7 to 10 feet of water then return with it. The swim test is done at the start of the in-person session, so arrive ready to get in the water.

Which communities in Kenai Peninsula Borough does training cover?

Candidates commonly travel from Kenai (7,746 residents), Homer (6,040 residents) and Soldotna (4,577 residents). Kenai is the largest community in the county, and certification is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, so it stays valid if you take a job in a neighboring county or another state.

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