Mon - Sat: 8:30-18:00
Lifeguard Class in Cowlitz County Washington
Last updated
Lifeguard Class in Cowlitz County Washington runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Cowlitz County, Washington at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Cowlitz County, Washington starts at $195.00 and takes Expect 7.5 hours of online work plus 2 days on site. 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
- Expect 7.5 hours of online work plus 2 days on site.
- Minimum age
- You must have turned 15 by the final day of class.
- 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
- 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
- Online study at your own pace, then practical skills sessions in Cowlitz County, Washington.
The Lifeguard Class in Cowlitz County Washington is the same course whether you plan to work at a pool, a camp or a waterfront. Population in Cowlitz County sits near 112,864. The fee is $195 for the full course and the certification that follows it.
Summer hires, full year staff and returning guards all take the same course. Expect CPR, AED, First Aid, surveillance, emergency response and in water rescue across the course. Cowlitz County holds 25 square miles of water, so waterfront postings sit alongside pool work here.
The schedule is built around the season facilities in Cowlitz County are actually hiring for. Registration is online, and a swimsuit and towel are what you bring on the day.
Locations for Lifeguard classes in Washington
- Lifeguard classes in Chelan County
- Lifeguard classes in Clallam County
- Lifeguard classes in Clark County
- Lifeguard classes in Columbia County
- Lifeguard classes in Douglas County
- Lifeguard classes in Ferry County
- Lifeguard classes in Mason County
- Lifeguard classes in San Juan County
- Lifeguard classes in Stevens County
- Lifeguard classes in Whitman County
- See all 39 counties in Washington
Training Photo Gallery
How to register for your Cowlitz County class
Choose your approved provider:
- American Aquatics and Safety Training
Places are available now. Demand is seasonal and capacity is limited, so book ahead.
Frequently Asked Questions
Two years.
No. In-person skills evaluation is required.
It is accepted. Employers around Cowlitz County in Washington take these certifications.
You are able to apply the moment the digital certification card reaches you.
Where lifeguards work in Cowlitz County
Public mapping records 1 named aquatic facility in Cowlitz County. Among the sites listed there are 1 public pool. Every recorded site in Cowlitz County is a pool or aquatic center.
Aquatic facilities in Cowlitz County
- Gaither 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 Cowlitz 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 Cowlitz County Washington: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Cowlitz County, Washington?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Cowlitz County. The county's largest communities are Longview, Kelso and Woodland, 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 Cowlitz 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 Cowlitz County?
Pools. No open-water venue is recorded in Cowlitz County. Named sites in Cowlitz County include Gaither 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 Washington?
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 Cowlitz County can ask for more, so check the listing first.
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 Cowlitz County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Longview (37,925 residents), Kelso (12,648 residents) and Woodland (6,415 residents). Longview 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 Cowlitz County: the local picture
The county is home to roughly 112,864 residents. That makes it the 12th most populated of the 39 counties in Washington. At 99 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 2.2% of the county, 25 square miles, is water. That ranks it 29th of 39 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.
Most hiring in the county clusters around Longview (37,925), Kelso (12,648), Woodland (6,415), Kalama (3,033). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Cowlitz County
- Pools: Gaither Pool
Candidates in Cowlitz County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Columbia County, Clark County, Lewis County, Skamania County.
Cost, prerequisites and course format are the same in every county, so they are kept in one place: 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.
- ★★★★★
Great course, overall fun experience
Michael S., August 2021 - ★★★★★
Definitely prepares you for lifeguard course
Nolan W., August 2021 - ★★★★★
Very helpful and gave me a lot of knowledge
Elias F., August 2021 - ★★★★★
loved the course had a lot of fun
Charlotte L., August 2021 - ★★★★★
loved the course
Erin M., August 2021 - ★★★★★
Really understandable and great course
Sophie C., August 2021
What pools, beaches and aquatic facilities are in Cowlitz County Washington?
One aquatic facility is on record in Cowlitz County Washington:
- Gaither 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.
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