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Lifeguard Class in Scott County Iowa
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Lifeguard Class in Scott County Iowa runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Scott County, Iowa at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Scott County, Iowa starts at $195.00 and takes Online training runs 7.5 hours, followed by 2 days in person. You must be at least 15 years old and swim 300 yards continuously to qualify.
- Cost
- $195.00 per participant is the starting price, with discounts for groups.
- Course length
- Online training runs 7.5 hours, followed by 2 days in person.
- Minimum age
- Age 15 or over on the last day of the course.
- Swim test
- A continuous 300 yard swim in front crawl and breaststroke, 2 minutes treading without arms, and a 10-lb brick brought back from 7 to 10 feet inside 1 minute, 40 seconds.
- Certifications
- It covers Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.
- Valid for
- Two years from issue, after which recertification requires 10 hours in person.
- Format
- Online study at your own pace, then practical skills sessions in Scott County, Iowa.
This is the page to work from if you are looking for a Lifeguard Class in Scott County Iowa. With roughly 174,270 people in Scott County, the number of guarding posts is set by how many facilities open each season. You pay $195 once, and certification is issued at the end of the course.
Whether the job is seasonal or year round, the certification behind it is the same. You are trained in CPR, AED, First Aid, patron surveillance, emergency response and in water rescue technique. West Lake Park Beach and Buffalo Shores Beach are among the aquatic sites recorded in the county.
There is usually a date close enough that hiring is not delayed. Complete registration online and pack a swimsuit and a towel.
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How to register for your Scott 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. Across Scott County, Iowa, employers accept the certification.
Once your digital certification card arrives you can start applying.
Where do lifeguards work in Scott County?
Public mapping records 7 named aquatic facilities in Scott County. Among the sites listed there are 4 public pools and swim clubs and 3 beaches and open-water sites. That is a genuine mix of pool and open-water sites in Scott County.
Aquatic facilities in Scott County
- West Lake Park Beach
- Buffalo Shores Beach
- Buffalo Beach
- Kimberly Village Pool - for residents only
- Splash Landing Aquatic Center
- Fejevary Aquatic Center
- Scott County Park 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 Scott 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 Scott County Iowa: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Scott County, Iowa?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Scott County. The county's largest communities are Davenport, Bettendorf and Eldridge, 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 Scott County?
Full certification costs $195.00, packaging water rescue, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid. Component renewals are cheaper: $25.00 for standalone CPR/AED, $19.99 for standalone First Aid.
Will I be guarding a pool or open water in Scott County?
Both. The recorded venues in Scott County split between pools and open water. Named sites in Scott County include West Lake Park Beach, Buffalo Shores Beach and Buffalo 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 Iowa?
Pool employers generally want candidates to be 15 by the final day of the course, while waterfront and beach roles usually start at 16. Some employers in Scott County set the bar higher, so read the job posting before booking.
What swim test do I have to pass?
You will swim 300 yards without stopping, tread for 2 minutes using legs alone, and bring a 10-pound brick back from 7 to 10 feet of water. Because it opens the in-person session, turn up prepared to get straight in.
Which communities in Scott County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Davenport (100,354 residents), Bettendorf (39,858 residents) and Eldridge (6,846 residents). Davenport 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.
What is lifeguarding like in Scott County?
The county is home to roughly 174,270 residents. That makes it the 3rd most populated of the 99 counties in Iowa. At 380 people per square mile it is a mixed suburban county, where school, club and municipal pools carry most of the season.
Roughly 2.2% of the county, 10 square miles, is water. That ranks it 14th of 99 in the state for water area. With water that limited, almost all guarding here is pool based, which is the setting the standard certification covers.
Work tends to concentrate in Davenport (100,354), Bettendorf (39,858), Eldridge (6,846), Le Claire (4,744). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Scott County
- Beaches and waterfront: West Lake Park Beach, Buffalo Shores Beach, Buffalo Beach
- Pools: Kimberly Village Pool - for residents only, Splash Landing Aquatic Center, Fejevary Aquatic Center, Scott County Park Pool
Candidates in Scott County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Rock Island County, Cedar County, Clinton County, Muscatine County.
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What pools, beaches and aquatic facilities are in Scott County Iowa?
7 aquatic facilities are on record in Scott County Iowa:
- West Lake Park Beach (beach)
- Buffalo Shores Beach (beach)
- Buffalo Beach (beach)
- Kimberly Village Pool - for residents only (pool)
- Splash Landing Aquatic Center (pool)
- Fejevary Aquatic Center (pool)
- Scott County Park 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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