Lifeguard
Monitor recreational areas, such as pools, beaches, or ski slopes, to provide assistance and protection to participants.
At a Glance
Lifeguard earns an average of $32,394/yr. Typical education: High school or GED. Experience: 1.3 years. Top skills: Lifeguarding, Swimming Pool Maintenance, Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
$32,394/yr
High school or GED
1.3 years
15
Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers
Median Wage
$33,720/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+5.8%
Education
No formal educational credential
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (11)
Lifeguarding
Swimming Pool Maintenance
Emergency Procedures
Swimming
Lifting Ability
Oxygen Therapy
Marketing
Basic First Aid
Guarding
First Aid
Accident Prevention
Common Skills (10)
Customer Service
Cleanliness
Communication
Management
Professionalism
Positivity
Leadership
Interpersonal Communications
Proactivity
Certifications (9)
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
American Red Cross (ARC) Certification
Lifeguard Certification
First Aid Certification
Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Certification
American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification
CPR/AED For The Professional Rescuer
Certified Pool & Spa Operator
Water Safety Instructor Certification
Related Specializations
Other specialized occupations in this field. Many share overlapping skills, making lateral moves more accessible.
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