Lifeguard certification

Overview

This guide will provide all the information related to a lifeguard certification including requirements by location, salaries and options where to obtain it. It’s also provided from the perspective of a person managing employees that require a lifeguard certification.

1. What is lifeguard certification?
2. Who needs to have a lifeguard certification?
3. Types of lifeguard certification certifications
4. How much does it costs to become a lifeguard?
5. What are the requirements to have a lifeguard certification?
6. How long does a lifeguard certification last?
7. How much does it pays to have a lifeguard certification?
8. What jobs require a lifeguard certification?
9. What courses are needed to have a lifeguard certification?
10. How to renew a lifeguard certification?
11. How to obtain a lifeguard certification
    • Alabama
    • Alaska
    • Arizona
    • Arkansas
    • California
    • Colorado
    • Connecticut
    • Delaware
    • Florida
    • Georgia
    • Hawaii
    • Idaho
    • Illinois
    • Indiana
    • Iowa
    • Kansas
    • Kentucky
    • Louisiana
    • Maine
    • Maryland
    • Massachusetts
    • Michigan
    • Minnesota
    • Mississippi
    • Missouri
    • Montana
    • Nebraska
    • Nevada
    • New Hampshire
    • New Jersey
    • New Mexico
    • New York
    • North Carolina
    • North Dakota
    • Ohio
    • Oklahoma
    • Oregon
    • Pennsylvania
    • Rhode Island
    • South Carolina
    • South Dakota
    • Tennessee
    • Texas
    • Utah
    • Vermont
    • Virginia
    • Washington
    • West Virginia
    • Wisconsin
    • Wyoming
12. How to obtain a lifeguard certification in Canada
    • Alberta
    • British Columbia
    • Quebec
    • Manitoba
    • New Brunswick
    • Newfoundland and Labrador
    • Northwest Territories
    • Nova Scotia
    • Nunavut
    • Ontario
    • Price Edward Island
    • Saskatchewan
    • Yukon

What is lifeguard certification?

A lifeguard is a person in charge of supervising swimmers or any participant in water sports to make sure they’re behaving safely and if needed, rescue them when in danger. They usually operate in swimming pools, beaches, lakes, water parks and others. They have strong abilities on swimming and have been trained on providing first aid.

The lifeguard certification makes sure the person has the ability to swim certain distances and also certifies that they have passed the CPR certification and the first aid certification and are capable of fulfilling their duties.

Who needs to have a lifeguard certification?

Anyone who would like to provide lifeguarding services must have a valid and current lifeguard certification.

Types of lifeguard certification certifications

The different types of lifeguard certifications will depend on your location as they vary by state or province. In general, the following types are available:

• Assistant lifeguard: usually a pre-requisite to the full lifeguard certification, this teaches the basic knowledge around first aid, rescue skills, how to be safe and how to be part of a team. They’re also trained on how to prevent injuries.
• Pool and waterpark lifeguard: this prepare lifeguards to provide a safe environment and supervise aquatic areas like pools and water parks. You learn how to respond to lifeguard emergencies, create a safe environment, work in a team and handle public relations in professional way.
• Waterfront lifeguard: this prepare lifeguards to provide a safe environment and supervise aquatic areas in a waterfront environment like beaches, lakes or rivers. You learn how to respond to lifeguard emergencies, create a safe environment, work in a team and handle public relations in professional way.

How much does it costs to become a lifeguard?

Costs for becoming a lifeguard varies by state or province. Usually costs ranges from $150 to $500 and includes CPR, first aid and AED training.

What are the requirements to have a lifeguard certification?

Qualifications to become a lifeguard varies by location but in general:

• You need to be at least 15 years old by the end of the last day in class.
• Be able to swim for a certain distance is also tested before starting the course.

The swimming requirements vary by region but in general you must:

• Swim 300 yards continuously demonstrating breath control and rhythmic breathing. You may swim using the front crawl, breaststroke or a combination of both but swimming on the back or side is not allowed. Swim goggles may be used.

• Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs. You should place their hands under the armpits.

• Complete a timed event within 1 minute 40 seconds. Starting in the water, swim 20 yards. The face may be in or out of the water. Swim goggles are not allowed. Surface dive, feet-first or head-first, to a depth of 7 to 10 feet to retrieve a 10-pound object. Return to surface and swim 20 yards on the back to return to the starting point with both hands holding the object and keeping the face at or near the surface so they are able to get a breath. You should not swim the distance under water. Exit water without using a ladder or steps.

How long does a lifeguard certification last?

Lifeguards certifications expire in two or three years. After that they need to be renewed. In some states, the expiration is different. For example, in the state of New York the CPR certification needs to be renewed every year and because for being a lifeguard you need to have a valid CPR certification, the lifeguard certification will only last one year.

How much does it pays to have a lifeguard certification?

The salary of a lifeguard varies by location and experience. The average hourly pay is from $8 per hour to $20 per hour. Full time lifeguards that have a valid certification can earn up to $27 an hour.

What jobs require a lifeguard certification?

All jobs that require a lifeguard with supervision duties requires a valid certification. These includes:

• Water parks
• Pools
• Beaches
• Lakes
• Rivers

What courses are needed to have a lifeguard certification?

To become a certified lifeguard you need to take a course that will test hands-on skills as well as comprehension or a written test. The course also includes First Aid, CPR and AED training. The course ranges from 15 hours to 30 hours depending on the level.

You also must be able to swim as this will be tested as part of the course.

How to renew a lifeguard certification?

To renew a lifeguard certification you can take a refresher or review course. Depending on the certification agency, some require the certification to be still valid while others allow it to be expired for 12 months.

How to obtain a lifeguard certification

Obtaining a lifeguard certification varies per state or location. Below you can find information for each one.

Alabama

In the state of Alabama, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Alabama is $18,000 and usually start from $16,000 and go up to $20,900. An average hourly salary is $8 and usually start from $7 and go up to $10.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Alabama include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of South Alabama

Alaska

In the state of Alaska, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Alaska is $33,100 and usually start from $20,300 and go up to $47,100. An average hourly salary is $15 and usually start from $9 and go up to $22.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Alaska include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Alaska Pacific University

Arizona

In the state of Arizona, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Arizona is $21,200 and usually start from $13,600 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $6 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Arizona include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Arizona

Arkansas

In the state of Arkansas, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Arkansas is $19,200 and usually start from $17,000 and go up to $22,700. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $8 and go up to $10.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Arkansas include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• University of Central Arkansas
• University of Arkansas

California

In the state of California, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in California is $25,700 and usually start from $18,700 and go up to $35,000. An average hourly salary is $12 and usually start from $9 and go up to $16.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in California include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• California State University

Colorado

In the state of Colorado, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Colorado is $21,100 and usually start from $14,900 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $7 and usually start from $10 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Colorado include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Denver

Connecticut

In the state of Connecticut, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Connecticut is $24,000 and usually start from $19,900 and go up to $30,100. An average hourly salary is $11 and usually start from $9 and go up to $14.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Connecticut include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Saint Joseph

Delaware

In the state of Delaware, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Delaware is $21,900 and usually start from $17,700 and go up to $29,300. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $14.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Delaware include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Delaware State University

Florida

In the state of Florida, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Florida is $22,300 and usually start from $16,200 and go up to $29,100. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $7 and go up to $14.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Florida include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Florida

Georgia

In the state of Georgia, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Georgia is $19,600 and usually start from $16,200 and go up to $25,300. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Georgia include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Georgia Tech

Hawaii

In the state of Hawaii, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Hawaii is $36,600 and usually start from $18,900 and go up to $52,700. An average hourly salary is $17 and usually start from $9 and go up to $25.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Hawaii include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Hawaii

Idaho

In the state of Idaho, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Idaho is $18,300 and usually start from $15,800 and go up to $22,000. An average hourly salary is $8 and usually start from $7 and go up to $10.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Idaho include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Idaho

Illinois

In the state of Illinois, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Illinois is $19,000 and usually start from $14,500 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Illinois include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Illinois

Indiana

In the state of Indiana, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Indiana is $18,400 and usually start from $14,500 and go up to $22,800. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Indiana include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Indiana University

Iowa

In the state of Iowa, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Iowa is $18,600 and usually start from $16,100 and go up to $23,200. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Iowa include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Iowa

Kansas

In the state of Kansas, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Kansas is $18,100 and usually start from $16,000 and go up to $22,200. An average hourly salary is $8 and usually start from $7 and go up to $10.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Kansas include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Missouri

Kentucky

In the state of Kentucky, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Kentucky is $18,500 and usually start from $16,000 and go up to $23,100. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Kentucky include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Kentucky

Louisiana

In the state of Louisiana, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Louisiana is $19,600 and usually start from $16,000 and go up to $25,700. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Louisiana include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Louisiana

Maine

In the state of Maine, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Maine is $19,600 and usually start from $16,000 and go up to $25,700. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Maine include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Maine

Maryland

In the state of Maryland, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Maryland is $20,900 and usually start from $16,600 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Maryland include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Maryland

Massachusetts

In the state of Massachusetts, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Massachusetts is $24,800 and usually start from $20,800 and go up to $31,500. An average hourly salary is $12 and usually start from $10 and go up to $15.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Massachusetts include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Massachusetts

Michigan

In the state of Michigan, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Michigan is $19,400 and usually start from $15,300 and go up to $25,000. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Michigan include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Michigan

Minnesota

In the state of Minnesota, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Minnesota is $22,000 and usually start from $18,700 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $9 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Minnesota include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Minnesota

Mississippi

In the state of Mississippi, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Mississippi is $18,400 and usually start from $16,000 and go up to $23,100. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $8 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Mississippi include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Mississippi

Missouri

In the state of Mississippi, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Mississippi is $18,000 and usually start from $12,400 and go up to $23,500. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $6 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Mississippi include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Missouri State University

Montana

In the state of Montana, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Montana is $19,900 and usually start from $17,500 and go up to $23,300. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $8 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Montana include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Montana

Nebraska

In the state of Nebraska, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Nebraska is $20,300 and usually start from $18,800 and go up to $23,600. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $9 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Nebraska include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Nebraska

Nevada

In the state of Nevada, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Nevada is $22,700 and usually start from $17,400 and go up to $29,500. An average hourly salary is $11 and usually start from $8 and go up to $14.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Nevada include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Nevada

New Hampshire

In the state of New Hampshire, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in New Hampshire is $22,800 and usually start from $16,800 and go up to $30,400. An average hourly salary is $11 and usually start from $8 and go up to $14.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in New Hampshire include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of New Hampshire

New Jersey

In the state of New Jersey, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in New Jersey is $19,900 and usually start from $15,600 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in New Jersey include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Princeton University

New Mexico

In the state of New Mexico, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in New Mexico is $20,200 and usually start from $16,600 and go up to $25,900. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in New Mexico include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• New Mexico State University

New York

In the state of New York, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. But in New York, CPR certifications need to be renewed every year meaning that a lifeguard certification will only last until the CPR certification last (in essence, one year).

The average lifeguard salary in New York is $23,400 and usually start from $10,000 and go up to $31,200. An average hourly salary is $11 and usually start from $5 and go up to $15.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in New York include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• State University of New York

North Carolina

In the state of North Carolina, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in North Carolina is $18,800 and usually start from $14,500 and go up to $26,200. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in North Carolina include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of North Carolina

North Dakota

In the state of North Dakota, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in North Dakota is $22,300 and usually start from $16,700 and go up to $31,500. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $15.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in North Dakota include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• North Dakota State University

Ohio

In the state of Ohio, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Ohio is $18,200 and usually start from $14,500 and go up to $22,300. An average hourly salary is $8 and usually start from $7 and go up to $10.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Ohio include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Ohio University

Oklahoma

In the state of Oklahoma, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Oklahoma is $18,800 and usually start from $16,200 and go up to $23,400. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Oklahoma include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Oklahoma

Oregon

In the state of Oregon, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Oregon is $22,500 and usually start from $17,200 and go up to $26,400. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Oregon include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Oregon State University

Pennsylvania

In the state of Pennsylvania, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Pennsylvania is $19,400 and usually start from $14,500 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Pennsylvania include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The Pennsylvania State University

Rhode Island

In the state of Rhode Island, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Rhode Island is $24,900 and usually start from $19,900 and go up to $35,000. An average hourly salary is $12 and usually start from $9 and go up to $16.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Rhode Island include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Rhode Island

South Carolina

In the state of South Carolina, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in South Carolina is $20,900 and usually start from $16,200 and go up to $29,000. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $14.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in South Carolina include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of South Carolina

South Dakota

In the state of South Dakota, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in South Dakota is $20,700 and usually start from $18,400 and go up to $24,300. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in South Dakota include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of South Dakota

Tennessee

In the state of Tennessee, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Tennessee is $18,100 and usually start from $14,700 and go up to $20,800. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $8 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Tennessee include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Tennessee

Texas

In the state of Texas, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Texas is $18,800 and usually start from $10,600 and go up to $24,900. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $5 and go up to $12.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Texas include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Texas State University

Utah

In the state of Utah, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Utah is $18,400 and usually start from $14,200 and go up to $22,000. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $7 and go up to $10.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Utah include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• Utah State University
• The University of Utah

Vermont

In the state of Vermont, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Vermont is $23,400 and usually start from $19,900 and go up to $30,300. An average hourly salary is $11 and usually start from $9 and go up to $14.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Vermont include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• The University of Vermont

Virginia

In the state of Virginia, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Virginia is $20,800 and usually start from $14,500 and go up to $27,000. An average hourly salary is $10 and usually start from $7 and go up to $13.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Virginia include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Virginia Commonwealth University

Washington

In the state of Washington, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Washington is $25,600 and usually start from $20,800 and go up to $34,300. An average hourly salary is $12 and usually start from $10 and go up to $16.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Washington include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Washington State University

West Virginia

In the state of West Virginia, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in West Virginia is $19,300 and usually start from $18,300 and go up to $20,100. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $9 and go up to $9.70.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in West Virginia include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• West Virginia University

Wisconsin

In the state of Wisconsin, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Wisconsin is $18,400 and usually start from $10,000 and go up to $23,200. An average hourly salary is $9 and usually start from $5 and go up to $11.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Wisconsin include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• University of Wisconsin

Wyoming

In the state of Wyoming, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Wyoming is $24,400 and usually start from $17,000 and go up to $36,100. An average hourly salary is $11 and usually start from $8 and go up to $17.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Wyoming include:

• American Red Cross (ARC)
• YMCA
• Western Wyoming Community College

How to obtain a lifeguard certification in Canada

Obtaining a lifeguard certification in Canada varies per province or location. Below you can find information for each one.

Alberta

In the province of Alberta, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Alberta is $43,900 or $22 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Alberta include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• University of Calgary

British Columbia

In the province of British Columbia, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in British Columbia is $46,200 or $23 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in British Columbia include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• The University of British Columbia

Quebec

In the province of Quebec, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Quebec is $25,600 or $13 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Quebec include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• Lifesaving Society

Manitoba

In the province of Manitoba, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Manitoba is $27,600 or $14 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Manitoba include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• Lifesaving Society

New Brunswick

In the province of New Brunswick, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in New Brunswick is $24,200 or $12 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in New Brunswick include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• Lifesaving Society

Newfoundland and Labrador

In the province of Newfoundland and Labrador, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Newfoundland and Labrador is $27,300 or $14 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Newfoundland and Labrador include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• Lifesaving Society

Northwest Territories

In the territory of Northwest Territories, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Northwest Territories is $68,500 or $35 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Northwest Territories include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• Lifesaving Society

Nova Scotia

In the province of Nova Scotia, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Nova Scotia is $22,200 or $11 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Nova Scotia include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• Lifesaving Society

Nunavut

In the territory of Nunavut, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Nunavut is $50,300 or $25 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Nunavut include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• City of Iqaluit

Ontario

In the province of Ontario, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Ontario is $28,900 or $14 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Ontario include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• YMCA
• Western University

Price Edward Island

In the province of Price Edward Island, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Price Edward Island is $23,400 or $12 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Price Edward Island include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• Lifesaving Society

Saskatchewan

In the province of Saskatchewan, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Saskatchewan is $32,900 or $16 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Saskatchewan include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• University of Saskatchewan
• Lifesaving Society

Yukon

In the territory of Yukon, a lifeguard certification is valid for the time period specified by the certifying agency. The most common time frame is two years.

The average lifeguard salary in Yukon is $46,800 or $24 per hour.

Places where you can take the lifeguard course in Yukon include:

• Canadian Red Cross
• Lifesaving Society