How old do you have to be to work as a lifeguard?

Question

I'm taking bronze medallion this summer. i'm 14.

How long/what other courses do i have to take before i can become a lifeguard?

Answer 1

My cousin just got highered he is 15. You get a head start if you do junor life gaurds.

Answer 2

my sister is a lifegaurd and she's says you can register at 15 but youcant work at a pool until 16

Answer 3

Depending on your facility and where you live it will depend on how old you have to be. You will have to take the lifeguard certification class, and be certified to become a lifeguard. For most facilities you have to be 15 or 16. Since you are 14, most facilities offer a guard start program that you can take to prepare you to be a lifeguard.

Answer 4

15 That's when I got hired.  My hours were limited though.

Answer 5

well i think if its your local park you can be in at least 16 . i was when i worked at my local park.

Answer 6

16 and u nedd a lifeguard certificate

Answer 7

It really depends on the state, the company (public/private), how you're getting certified (ARC, etc.).

I would say 16 is a good average age.

Answer 8

16

Answer 9

16 and lifeguard certificate