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Lifeguard Class in Rock Island County Illinois
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Lifeguard Class in Rock Island County Illinois runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Rock Island County, Illinois at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Rock Island County, Illinois starts at $195.00 and takes The split is 7.5 hours online and 2 days in person. You must be at least 15 years old and swim 300 yards continuously to qualify.
- Cost
- $195.00 per participant to start, less for groups.
- Course length
- The split is 7.5 hours online and 2 days in person.
- Minimum age
- Age 15 or over on the last day of the course.
- Swim test
- Swim 300 continuous yards (front crawl and breaststroke), tread 2 minutes using legs only, then retrieve a 10-lb brick from 7 to 10 feet and swim it back inside 1 minute, 40 seconds.
- Certifications
- Lifeguarding, CPR and AED for the Professional Rescuer, and First Aid.
- Valid for
- Two years from the date issued. Renewing means 10 hours of in-person training.
- Format
- Blended delivery: self-paced online coursework followed by in-person skills sessions held in Rock Island County, Illinois.
If you want to guard in Rock Island County this year, the Lifeguard Class in Rock Island County Illinois is where it starts. A county of about 141,236 people needs a predictable supply of certified guards every spring. The course costs $195 and finishes with a lifeguard certification card.
Whether the job is seasonal or year round, the certification behind it is the same. It teaches CPR, AED, First Aid, how to watch a crowded bather load, how to respond to an emergency and how to make a rescue in the water. Locally that means sites such as Ben Butterworth Parkway and Whitewater Junction.
Course dates come round often, so a Rock Island County candidate rarely waits long. Enrolment is online, and the only kit needed is a swimsuit and a towel.
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How to register for your Rock Island County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
Enrolment is open now, and seasonal demand means seats go fast. Reserve early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
Yes. Employers across Rock Island County, Illinois accept these certifications.
As soon as you hold the digital card, you can apply for work.
Where lifeguards work in Rock Island County
Public mapping records 3 named aquatic facilities in Rock Island County. Among the sites listed there are 1 guarded beach or open-water site, 1 water park and 1 public pool. That is a genuine mix of pool and open-water sites in Rock Island County.
Aquatic facilities in Rock Island County
- Ben Butterworth Parkway
- Whitewater Junction
- East Moline Municipal Swimming Pool
Listed for orientation only. American Aquatics and Safety Training is not affiliated with, and does not run classes at, the facilities above.
Counties near Rock Island County
These are the closest counties we also cover, spanning 2 states. Certification is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, so it stays valid if you take a job in any of them.
Lifeguard class in Rock Island County Illinois: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Rock Island County, Illinois?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Rock Island County. The county's largest communities are Moline, Rock Island and East Moline, 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 Rock Island County?
The all-in price is $195.00, which includes water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid. Where only one element has lapsed, CPR/AED on its own is $25.00 and First Aid on its own is $19.99.
Will I be guarding a pool or open water in Rock Island County?
Both. The recorded venues in Rock Island County split between pools and open water. Named sites in Rock Island County include Ben Butterworth Parkway, Whitewater Junction and East Moline Municipal Swimming Pool. 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 Illinois?
Most pools ask for 15 years old on the final day of the course. Waterfront and beach roles generally want 16 or above. Because individual Rock Island County employers may require more, check the advert before committing.
What swim test do I have to pass?
Swim 300 yards continuously, tread water 2 minutes without arms, and retrieve a 10-pound brick from 7 to 10 feet, returning with it. The session opens with this, so plan to be in the water immediately.
Which communities in Rock Island County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Moline (41,965 residents), Rock Island (36,132 residents) and East Moline (20,806 residents). Moline 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.
Facility data © OpenStreetMap contributors, ODbL.
Lifeguarding in Rock Island County: the local picture
The county is home to roughly 141,236 residents. That makes it the 14th most populated of the 102 counties in Illinois. At 330 people per square mile it is a mixed suburban county, where school, club and municipal pools carry most of the season.
Roughly 5.3% of the county, 24 square miles, is water. That ranks it 8th of 102 in the state for water area. Open water at that scale usually means waterfront and beach postings alongside pool work, and waterfront guarding is assessed differently from pool guarding.
Work tends to concentrate in Moline (41,965), Rock Island (36,132), East Moline (20,806), Silvis (7,896). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Rock Island County
- Beaches and waterfront: Ben Butterworth Parkway
- Water parks and splash pads: Whitewater Junction
- Pools: East Moline Municipal Swimming Pool
Candidates in Rock Island County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Henry County, Mercer County, Whiteside County, Clinton County.
The parts that do not change by county are held on their own pages: certification details, who pays for a class, refunds and rescheduling, and every area covered.
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What pools, beaches and aquatic facilities are in Rock Island County Illinois?
3 aquatic facilities are on record in Rock Island County Illinois:
- Ben Butterworth Parkway (beach)
- Whitewater Junction (water park)
- East Moline Municipal Swimming Pool (pool)
Facilities are listed to show the kind of aquatic sites operating locally. Listing does not imply any affiliation with, or endorsement by, the operator.
Reviewed by Jackie Stern, Lifeguard Instructor, Firefighter and EMT. Jackie Stern has taught lifeguarding for more than 20 years and works as a firefighter, EMT and swim instructor. She reviews course content, prerequisites and rescue standards against current certification requirements.
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