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STEPS TO COMPLETE THE ALA PROGRAM

• Review all instructor-led training videos and online materials

Once you register, you will receive links to our online training videos, as well as an online lifeguard reference manual. These materials will cover various skills and techniques associated with CPR/AED and First Aid. You need to become familiar with and able to perform the skills shown in these materials.

• Complete the online final exam

After reviewing the training videos and additional online materials and can accomplish the skills, you will need to go online and take the final written exam. Successful completion of the final exam requires a score of 80% or higher. You may review your online materials if needed at any time. There is no time limit to take the exam, but it must be taken at one time, for you cannot leave the exam and return where you left off. If you leave the exam, you will need to start it over until completed. If you do not receive a passing grade, you can retake the exam until you pass no additional fees.

Upon successful completion of the exam, you will receive a full printout of your exam score along with the correct answers to any questions you may have gotten wrong. We require that you look over your exam results to help ensure you know all the right answers. Upon completion, you will be given a lifeguard, CPR/AED, and First Aid certification. The certifications will be valid for two years from the date issued. The purpose of the ALA training program is to teach candidates the knowledge and skills needed to help prevent and respond to aquatic emergencies.

You will receive an email confirming your successful completion of the program, and your records will be placed in a national verification system the same day you complete the final exam; you will receive a Deep-Water Lifeguard certification as a titled Professional Lifeguard along with First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer.

All our programs require the participants to practice their skills both in and out of the water. You can find a full list of these swimming, rescue, and first aid skills below. Upon completing the above steps, participants will obtain a Deep-Water Lifeguard certification titled Professional Lifeguard and First Aid and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Per the new national standards, the certification will be valid for two years from the completion date.  With our certification program, the employer has been granted authorization to evaluate your practical skills as a component of the lifeguard training. This ensures that you are assessed under real-world conditions and enhances the quality of your training.

The verification system allows validated certification to be viewed by employers and health department officials. We request that you print out a copy of your American Lifeguard Association certification once you receive this official email. Also, a waterproof, wallet-size certification card will be mailed to you the next business day.

The  National Verification system will then store your certification records. You will receive your digital certification via email the same day you complete the program. You can easily access your Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications through the American Lifeguard Association. Through the national online verification system, users can view, print, or share their digital certificates from anywhere. With just your first and last name and date of birth, employers and health officials can now verify your certification online.

• Employee Orientation

An orientation session about facility operations and responsibilities helps lifeguards understand the facility, their responsibilities, and management’s expectations. The orientation is critical for learning what is unique about your workplace. Ask your employer questions about your facility and become completely familiar with your facility’s operations.

The employer ensures that each Lifeguard candidate has all the skills and knowledge necessary for the position they are being considered for. The employer also needs to make sure the candidate meets the physical and all other elements before starting employment. The employer to evaluate your current skill level. Your employer may have you participate in rescue scenarios to ensure that you understand your team's responsibilities and are familiar with your facility’s layout and equipment. 

• Continue with in-service training with your employer.

Earning a lifeguarding certification means you have completed a training course on a given date. It does not mean that you have learned everything there is to know about lifeguarding. Once hired as a lifeguard, you should expect that you will be required to continue your training.

VERIFICATION AND DOCUMENTATION

Upon completing the above steps, you will receive an email confirming your successful completion of the ALA certification program. We request that you print out a copy of your American Lifeguard Association certification for your records. Also, a waterproof, wallet-sized certification card will be mailed on the next business day.

The National Verification system will then store your certification records. You will receive your digital certification via email the same day you complete the program. You can easily access your Lifeguarding and First Aid/CPR/AED certifications through the American Lifeguard Association. Through the national online verification system, users can view, print, or share their digital certificates from anywhere. With just your first and last name and date of birth, employers and health officials can now verify your certification online.

30-DAY PRICE MATCH GUARANTEE

We owe our success to you, our members, and we know that price is a critical concern. We want you to feel confident that by choosing the American Lifeguard Association. Even though we routinely monitor our training fees to ensure that our prices are competitive, if you find a lower price after 30 days of your registration, on any training we offer within the county where you live, at your local park authority, community pool, school or university, we will match it.

We must be able to verify the lower price through a valid website. Lower prices that cannot be confirmed will not be honored. The training cannot be offered by an employer with whom you are required to go for employment purposes, as this would result in reduced pay for the lower-priced course. Additionally, the class must currently be open for registration and not already filled.

To take advantage of our offer, email us at alalifeguard@aol.com anytime within 30 days of your initial registration. Include the website, link, or advertisement where you found a better price. Once the lower price and source are confirmed, the American Lifeguard Association will instantly refund the difference. This offer is in addition to our 30-day satisfaction money-back guarantee.

30-DAY MONEY-BACK GUARANTEE 100% refund for 30 days – no questions asked!

To prove our confidence in the program, we provide and its value to you, we offer a 30-day, money-back guarantee. All you have to do is send us an email at alalifeguard@aol.com within 30 days from your registration date, and we will refund you the full amount of the purchase. You don’t have to tell us why you want a refund, but we’ll be grateful if you would let us know, as it will help us better understand your needs and expectations and those of future members. We have always strived to create training based on member satisfaction and long-term relationships. The money-back guarantee is only a small part of the measures we take to ensure our members receive excellent training from the USA's largest lifeguard association in a risk-free environment.

You are encouraged to check with your professional before participating in the practice sessions. If a medical condition or disability exists that might prevent participation in the activities or questions about fully participating in the lifeguard course, please contact us by email.

Lifeguards are essential for helping to keep aquatic facilities safe. Unlike most other professional rescuers, lifeguards are present to prevent emergencies from occurring. Injury prevention is a primary focus of a lifeguard. Therefore, the program teaches how injuries occur and how they can be prevented. We will also teach proper surveillance, prevention, and victim recognition information.

The American Lifeguard Association® is considered one of the top aquatic health and safety training programs in the United States. Founded in 1990, and with the United States Senate's assistance, the American Lifeguard Association (ALA) has become a nationally recognized association. The American Lifeguard and Safety Training adheres to a code of ethics and maintains a commitment to delivering quality health and safety training worldwide.