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Lifeguard Class in Juneau County Wisconsin
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Lifeguard Class in Juneau County Wisconsin runs as a blended course, with online coursework followed by in-person water skills sessions.
Lifeguard certification in Juneau County, Wisconsin at a glance
Lifeguard certification in Juneau County, Wisconsin 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
- 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
- The award spans 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
- Blended delivery: self-paced online coursework followed by in-person skills sessions held in Juneau County, Wisconsin.
People searching for a Lifeguard Class in Juneau County Wisconsin are usually a few weeks away from being able to work, not a few months. Population in Juneau County sits near 26,594. The fee is $195 for the full course and the certification that follows it.
The same certification covers a summer at a camp pool and a full year at a fitness centre. Training covers CPR, AED use, First Aid, surveillance, emergency response and in water rescue. In Juneau County those sites include Swimming Beach and Boating Beach.
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 Juneau 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.
It is accepted. Employers around Juneau County in Wisconsin take these certifications.
Applying is possible immediately on receipt of the digital certification card.
Where lifeguards work in Juneau County
Public mapping records 3 named aquatic facilities in Juneau County. Among the sites listed there are 2 beaches and open-water sites and 1 public pool. Open water dominates that list: beaches and waterfront sites outnumber pools and aquatic centers among the recorded venues in Juneau County. Waterfront postings normally require a minimum age of 16.
Aquatic facilities in Juneau County
- Swimming Beach
- Boating Beach
- New Lisbon Municipal Swimming 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 Juneau 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 Juneau County Wisconsin: common questions
Where can I take lifeguard training in Juneau County, Wisconsin?
American Aquatics and Safety Training runs blended lifeguard certification for candidates across Juneau County. The county's largest communities are Mauston, New Lisbon and Elroy, 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 Juneau 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 Juneau County?
Mostly open water. Beaches and waterfront sites outnumber pools among the recorded venues in Juneau County. Waterfront postings usually set the minimum age at 16. Named sites in Juneau County include Swimming Beach, Boating Beach and New Lisbon Municipal Swimming 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 Wisconsin?
For pool work the common requirement is age 15 by the course end date, rising to 16 or older for waterfront and beach positions. Employers in Juneau County sometimes set a higher minimum, so confirm against the posting before you register.
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 Juneau County does training cover?
Candidates commonly travel from Mauston (4,176 residents), New Lisbon (2,537 residents) and Elroy (1,326 residents). Mauston 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.
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Lifeguarding in Juneau County: the local picture
Juneau County has a population of about 26,594. That makes it the 46th most populated of the 72 counties in Wisconsin. At 35 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 4.7% of the county, 38 square miles, is water. That ranks it 27th of 72 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 Mauston (4,176), New Lisbon (2,537), Elroy (1,326), Necedah (913). Facilities in the larger of these usually recruit earliest, often before the season starts.
Aquatic sites recorded in Juneau County
- Beaches and waterfront: Swimming Beach, Boating Beach
- Pools: New Lisbon Municipal Swimming Pool
Candidates in Juneau County often travel for a class date that fits. The nearest county pages are Columbia County, Jackson County, Monroe County, Sauk County.
What the course costs and asks of you is the same statewide: 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 Juneau County Wisconsin?
3 aquatic facilities are on record in Juneau County Wisconsin:
- Swimming Beach (beach)
- Boating Beach (beach)
- New Lisbon Municipal Swimming 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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