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Lifeguard Class in Georgetown County South Carolina
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Lifeguard Class in Georgetown County South Carolina runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Georgetown County, South Carolina at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Georgetown County, South Carolina starts at $195.00 and takes 7.5 online hours are followed by 2 days of in-person training. 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
- 7.5 online hours are followed by 2 days of in-person training.
- Minimum age
- Minimum age 15, measured on the last day of class.
- 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
- Lifeguarding plus CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer plus First Aid.
- Valid for
- The card runs two years from the date of issue, and recertifying is a 10 hour in-person course.
- Format
- Online study at your own pace, then practical skills sessions in Georgetown County, South Carolina.
Our Lifeguard Class in Georgetown County South Carolina is a full certification course rather than a refresher clinic. Population in Georgetown County sits near 65,731. Registration is $195 and there is nothing further to pay for the certification itself.
Summer hires, full year staff and returning guards all take the same course. The syllabus runs through CPR, AED, First Aid, scanning and surveillance, emergency response and rescues in the water. Open water covers 213 square miles of the county, which shapes where guards end up working.
The schedule is built around the season facilities in Georgetown County are actually hiring for. Register online and bring a swimsuit and a towel.
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How to register for your Georgetown County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
You can register now. Seasonal demand clears places fast, so secure yours early.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
Yes, this certification is accepted by employers throughout Georgetown County, South Carolina.
Once your digital certification card arrives you can start applying.
Where lifeguards work in Georgetown County
Public mapping records 5 named aquatic facilities in Georgetown County. Among the sites listed there are 4 beaches and open-water sites and 1 water park. Open water dominates that list: beaches and waterfront sites outnumber pools and aquatic centers among the recorded venues in Georgetown County. Waterfront postings normally require a minimum age of 16.
Aquatic facilities in Georgetown County
- Pawleys Island Beach
- Cape San Roman Beach
- Prince George Beach
- DeBordieu Beach
- Ben Cooper Splash Park
Listed for orientation only. American Aquatics and Safety Training is not affiliated with, and does not run classes at, the facilities above.
Counties near Georgetown County
Neighboring counties we also serve are listed below. The certification is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, so it holds good if you take work in any of them.
Lifeguard class in Georgetown County South Carolina: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Georgetown County, South Carolina?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Georgetown County. The county's largest communities are Georgetown, Andrews and Pawleys Island, 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 Georgetown 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 Georgetown County?
Mostly open water. Beaches and waterfront sites outnumber pools among the recorded venues in Georgetown County. Waterfront postings usually set the minimum age at 16. Named sites in Georgetown County include Pawleys Island Beach, Cape San Roman Beach and Prince George 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 South Carolina?
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 Georgetown County employers may require more, check the advert before committing.
What swim test do I have to pass?
Expect a continuous 300 yard swim, 2 minutes of legs-only treading, and a 10-pound brick recovered from between 7 and 10 feet. It is the first thing that happens in person, so be ready for the water on arrival.
Which communities in Georgetown County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Georgetown (8,714 residents), Andrews (2,502 residents) and Pawleys Island (135 residents). Georgetown 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 Georgetown County: the local picture
The county is home to roughly 65,731 residents. That makes it the 22nd most populated of the 46 counties in South Carolina. At 81 people per square mile it is a rural county, where a small number of public pools and open water sites carry the whole season.
Roughly 21% of the county, 213 square miles, is water. That ranks it 3rd of 46 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.
Most hiring in the county clusters around Georgetown (8,714), Andrews (2,502), Pawleys Island (135). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Georgetown County
- Beaches and waterfront: Pawleys Island Beach, Cape San Roman Beach, Prince George Beach, DeBordieu Beach
- Water parks and splash pads: Ben Cooper Splash Park
Candidates in Georgetown County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Berkeley County, Charleston County, Horry County, Marion 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 Georgetown County South Carolina?
5 aquatic facilities are on record in Georgetown County South Carolina:
- Pawleys Island Beach (beach)
- Cape San Roman Beach (beach)
- Prince George Beach (beach)
- DeBordieu Beach (beach)
- Ben Cooper Splash Park (water park)
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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