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Lifeguard Class in Utah County Utah
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Lifeguard Class in Utah County Utah runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Utah County, Utah at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Utah County, Utah 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
- Per participant the price starts at $195.00, with group discounts offered.
- Course length
- The split is 7.5 hours online and 2 days in person.
- Minimum age
- Minimum age 15, measured on the last day of class.
- Swim test
- 300 yards unbroken using front crawl and breaststroke; 2 minutes of treading with no arms; a 10-lb brick recovered from 7 to 10 feet and returned within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
- Certifications
- Three components: Lifeguarding, CPR/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
- A blended format, with online modules on your schedule and in-person skills work in Utah County, Utah.
Booking a Lifeguard Class in Utah County Utah takes a few minutes once you know what the course asks of you. Much of the demand sits in and around Provo. The course costs $195 and finishes with a lifeguard certification card.
Candidates range from first time summer hires to staff renewing after a season away. You are trained in CPR, AED, First Aid, patron surveillance, emergency response and in water rescue technique. Sites like Vineyard Beach and Lincoln Beach are the kind of place that hires.
Be ready for the swim screen, which asks for 300 yards continuously, and the rest follows in class. Reserve a place online, then bring a swimsuit and a towel.
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How to register for your Utah County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
Registration has opened. Because demand peaks seasonally, seats tend to go quickly.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
Yes, this certification is accepted by employers throughout Utah County, Utah.
You are able to apply the moment the digital certification card reaches you.
Where lifeguards work in Utah County
Public mapping records 38 named aquatic facilities in Utah County. Among the first 14 listed there are 5 water parks, 5 public pools and swim clubs, 2 beaches and open-water sites and 2 school and college pools. Pools account for most of that list, with a small number of open-water sites in Utah County.
Aquatic facilities in Utah County
- Vineyard Beach
- Lincoln Beach
- Payson City Aquatic Center
- Mayfield Kids Water Park
- Splash Summit Water Park
- Lindon Aquatics Center
- Scera Park Pool
- Silver Bear Swim School
- Big Blue Swim School
- Northshore Apartments Swimming Pool
- Waters Edge Clubhouse & Pool
- Cranberry Farms HOA Pool
- Northshore Swimming Pool
- Lehi Legacy Center 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 Utah County
Listed below are the closest counties we also cover. The certification is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, so a job in any of them is still covered.
Lifeguard class in Utah County Utah: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Utah County, Utah?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Utah County. The county's largest communities are Provo, Orem and Lehi, 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 Utah 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 Utah County?
Mostly pools. A small number of open-water venues are recorded in Utah County. Named sites in Utah County include Vineyard Beach, Lincoln Beach and Payson City Aquatic Center. 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 Utah?
The usual minimum at pools is 15 on the last day of class; waterfront and beach posts typically require 16 or over. Individual employers in Utah County can ask for more, so check the listing first.
What swim test do I have to pass?
Three elements: a continuous 300 yard swim, 2 minutes treading with legs only, and recovering a 10-pound brick from 7 to 10 feet and bringing it back. This happens at the very start of the in-person session, so come ready to swim.
Which communities in Utah County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Provo (113,343 residents), Orem (95,519 residents) and Lehi (90,227 residents). Provo 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 Utah County: the local picture
The county is home to roughly 719,174 residents. That makes it the 2nd most populated of the 29 counties in Utah. At 359 people per square mile it is a mixed suburban county, where school, club and municipal pools carry most of the season.
Roughly 6.5% of the county, 140 square miles, is water. That ranks it 4th of 29 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.
The largest communities here are Provo (113,343), Orem (95,519), Lehi (90,227), Eagle Mountain (56,932). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Utah County
- Beaches and waterfront: Vineyard Beach, Lincoln Beach
- Water parks and splash pads: Payson City Aquatic Center, Mayfield Kids Water Park, Splash Summit Water Park, Lindon Aquatics Center, Scera Park Pool
- School: Silver Bear Swim School, Big Blue Swim School
- Pools: Northshore Apartments Swimming Pool, Waters Edge Clubhouse & Pool, Cranberry Farms HOA Pool, Northshore Swimming Pool, Lehi Legacy Center Pool
Candidates in Utah County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Carbon County, Duchesne County, Juab County, Salt Lake County.
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What pools, beaches and aquatic facilities are in Utah County Utah?
There are 38 aquatic facilities on record in Utah County Utah. These 14 are named:
- Vineyard Beach (beach)
- Lincoln Beach (beach)
- Payson City Aquatic Center (water park)
- Mayfield Kids Water Park (water park)
- Splash Summit Water Park (water park)
- Lindon Aquatics Center (water park)
- Scera Park Pool (water park)
- Silver Bear Swim School (school)
- Big Blue Swim School (school)
- Northshore Apartments Swimming Pool (pool)
- Waters Edge Clubhouse & Pool (pool)
- Cranberry Farms HOA Pool (pool)
- Northshore Swimming Pool (pool)
- Lehi Legacy Center 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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