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Lifeguard course

(40 Hours – International Certification)

The Professional Lifeguard Course is designed to train professionals in the tourism,
educational, and sports sectors in the prevention, recognition, and effective response to
emergencies in aquatic environments, including pools, beaches, and surf conditions.


The training combines specialized theory and intensive hands-on practice in real-life
scenarios, allowing participants to develop confidence, professional judgment, and advanced
technical skills to respond correctly in critical situations where every second counts.

International certification under the standards of:
American Aquatics Safety Training – USA

Minimum age is 15.
Participants under 18 require parental authorization.

Course Content

Initial Physical Evaluation

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  • 300-yard continuous swim

  • Controlled treading water

  • Deep-water object retrieval

  • prerequisites


Pool Rescue Techniques

 

  • Active and passive victims

  • Front and rear rescues

  • Rescue tube techniques

  • Defense and escape techniques

  • Multiple victim rescues


Board Rescue and Equipment Techniques

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  • Board Rescue

  • Torpedo buoy

  • Non-equipment rescues


Beach and Surf Lifeguarding

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  • Rip current identification and management

  • Drag and carry techniques

  • Safe ocean entries

  • Teamwork in dynamic environments

​Spinal Injury Management

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  • Official backboard rescue

  • Shallow and deep-water immobilization

  • Safe victim extrication

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Underwater Search Procedures

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  • Clear and low-visibility water procedures

  • Team formation with designated leadership

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Professional CPR & AED Adult, child, and infant

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  • One- and two-rescuer techniques

  • AED use

  • Bag-Valve-Mask (BVM) ventilation

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Emergency Action Plan

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  • Activation of emergency medical services

  • Professional documentation

  • Standard of care and legal responsibility

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Upon Completion:

  • Beach practical examination

  • Written evaluation

  • International Certification

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