how old do you have to be to get a job as a gym lifeguard?

Question

just wanted to know.

Answer 1

16

Answer 2

All Lifeguards must have American Red Cross Lifeguard training as well as current first aid and CPR certificates. In order to take Red Cross Lifeguard training you must be at least 15 years old. If you are under 15 you may be able to take GuardStart, which is designed for 11 to 14 year olds to help them get ready to take the Lifeguard Certification program. Ask about Red Cross training at your school or local YMCA.

Those teaching water-related classes must have their Water Safety Instructor (WSI) certificate, for which you have to be at least 17 years old. First aid, CPR, and WSI classes are offered by the American Red Cross and through other community organizations.

Some positions require a valid driver's license and others require an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) certificate.

Answer 3

Being a LIFEGUARD requires that you have very specific certifications in place. I am a teacher and one of my students (15) was recently hired as a lifeguard - but she has been ceritifed by the Red Cross and several other organizations specific to swimming, hours, safety classes, CPR, etc.

I am thinking much of it would depend also upon maturity and state rrequirements. Some places in our state you can work at age 14.

Answer 4

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Answer 5

sommit like 16 or 18

Answer 6

I though 18..but you have to have CPR certification and training!

Answer 7

what about calling a gym