Is it hard to get into Rescue Swimmer school?

Question

I think I would really enjoy being a rescue swimmer, I have always loved the water, and I have always been interested in rescue operations. I just don't really know what I'm up for. I know it will be tough and everything, but is it hard to actually get into the school? I heard somewhere that people wait for 2 years to get into the school, but why did they have to wait? Basically I wanna know if there is anything I can do before going into the coast guard to better my chances at getting into the school, besides running and swimming and running some more.

Answer 1

Not to sound like a kill joy or anything, but going to AST (aviation survival technician) A School is VERY competitive. The waiting list for AST school is about 2 years. And on top of that, only 365 new rescue swimmers graduate the school every year. For more info go to: www.gocoastguard.com.

Answer 2

You know who can give you straight and informed answer -  a CG Recruiter - 1 877 NOW-USCG

Answer 3

Did you know that the Navy also has a Search nd Rescue Swimmer program?

You may have better luck getting into that one.

Talk to a Navy Recruiter.

Answer 4

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