Learning Outcomes

Duties of a Professional Lifeguard

Assess Emergencies and Provide Care

Lesson Summary

In this module, you will learn about the duties and responsibilities of a professional lifeguard. You will understand why a lifeguard should be proactive and must have first-aid and basic life support training. You will also learn about the legal aspects a lifeguard should consider while making a decision or activating an emergency action plan.

Lifeguard Training Fundamentals - Course Assessment

This free online lifeguard training course teaches you to anticipate, recognize and manage emergencies in the water.

Lifeguard Training Fundamentals

This course arms you with the knowledge and skills required to prevent and respond to any aquatic emergency in a facility or natural environment. We outline the various duties and responsibilities of a lifeguard, including making decisions, having an efficient emergency action plan and knowing the legal obligations. Understand crucial elements to prevent drownings and injuries in and around the water. This course is vital to help you save lives!

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