Mon - Sat: 8:30-18:00
Lifeguard Class in Wasatch County Utah
Last updated
Lifeguard Class in Wasatch County Utah runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Wasatch County, Utah at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Wasatch County, Utah starts at $195.00 and takes 7.5 hours online, then 2 in-person days. 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 hours online, then 2 in-person days.
- Minimum age
- Reach 15 on or before the final class day.
- Swim test
- Front crawl and breaststroke across 300 continuous yards, a 2 minute armless tread, and a 10-lb brick carried back from 7 to 10 feet within 1 minute, 40 seconds.
- Certifications
- It covers Lifeguarding, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid.
- Valid for
- Certification lasts two years from the issue date; renewal is 10 hours of in-person training.
- Format
- Blended delivery: self-paced online coursework followed by in-person skills sessions held in Wasatch County, Utah.
Booking a Lifeguard Class in Wasatch County Utah takes a few minutes once you know what the course asks of you. Heber is the largest community in the county and the usual starting point for candidates. The fee is $195 for the full course and the certification that follows it.
Most people in the room are either starting their first guarding job or returning to one. You are trained in CPR, AED, First Aid, patron surveillance, emergency response and in water rescue technique. About 2.5% of Wasatch County is water, and that changes the mix of jobs available.
Classes run regularly, so the wait in Wasatch County is usually weeks rather than months. Sign up online and come with a swimsuit and a towel.
Locations for Lifeguard classes in Utah
- Lifeguard classes in Box Elder County
- Lifeguard classes in Davis County
- Lifeguard classes in Grand County
- Lifeguard classes in San Juan County
- Lifeguard classes in Tooele County
- Lifeguard classes in Uintah County
- Lifeguard classes in Utah County
- Lifeguard classes in Washington County
- Lifeguard classes in Wayne County
- See all 29 counties in Utah
Training Photo Gallery
How to register for your Wasatch County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
Registration is open. Seasonal demand fills places quickly, so book while dates remain.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
Yes. Across Wasatch County, Utah, employers accept the certification.
Applications can begin as soon as the digital card is issued.
Where lifeguards work in Wasatch County
Public mapping records no named aquatic facility in Wasatch County yet, which is common in rural counties. Certification is still open to candidates here, and because it is approved in almost every state in the US and CMAHC approved, it stays valid at facilities in neighboring counties.
Counties near Wasatch 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 Wasatch County Utah: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Wasatch County, Utah?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Wasatch County. The county's largest communities are Heber, Midway and Hideout, 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 Wasatch 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.
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 Wasatch County can ask for more, so check the listing first.
What swim test do I have to pass?
The test is 300 yards unbroken, a 2 minute legs-only tread, and a 10-pound brick retrieved from 7 to 10 feet and returned. It runs first thing in the in-person session, so arrive changed and ready.
Which communities in Wasatch County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Heber (18,533 residents), Midway (6,076 residents) and Hideout (1,398 residents). Heber 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.
Lifeguarding in Wasatch County: the local picture
Wasatch County has a population of about 37,144. That makes it the 12th most populated of the 29 counties in Utah. At 32 people per square mile it is a rural county, where a small number of public pools and open water sites carry the whole season.
Water covers 31 square miles of Wasatch County, 2.5% of its area. That ranks it 11th of 29 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 Heber (18,533), Midway (6,076), Hideout (1,398), Daniel (857). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Candidates in Wasatch County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Duchesne County, Salt Lake County, Summit County, Utah County.
For the parts that are identical wherever you train: certification details, who pays for a class, refunds and rescheduling, and every area covered.
What students say
4.8 out of 5 ★★★★½ from 336 verified students who completed a course with us.
- ★★★★★
They are duties and helpful.
Ringo L., August 2022 - ★★★★★
We felt really prepared
Shneur Zalman L., August 2022 - ★★★★★
Learned a lot new things, taught very well
Dylan W., July 2022 - ★★★★★
Awesome course
Sean G., July 2022 - ★★★★★
Course was fun, and there is a lot to be learned.
Aidan F., July 2022 - ★★★★★
Course was very enjoyable to learn
James C., July 2022
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.
About Us
We are a nonprofit that trains and certifies in Lifeguarding, Waterfront Lifeguarding, Junior Lifeguarding, Shallow Pool Lifeguarding, Sexual Harassment Training, CPR/AED, CPR for Lifeguards, First Aid Emergency Oxygen, and swimming lessons.
© Copyright American Aquatics and Safety Training. All Rights Reserved