Intent

Minimum Instructor Rating

Candidate Prerequisites

• Minimum age: 18 years old.

• Pool Lifeguard

Duration

• Recommended hours for completion: 40-56

• The number of classes, hours and sessions per day are set by the Lifeguard Instructor Trainer, based on the candidate’s needs and ability.

In-Water Ratios

• The candidate-to-instructor ratio is 6:1.

• The instructor trainer must have sufficient training aids available and the ability to control and supervise all of the candidates at all times.

Minimum Supervision

• An active status Lifeguard Instructor Trainer must directly supervise the entire program.

Requirements For Completion

• Complete all Academic and Training Sessions as outlined in the instructor manual for the Lifeguard Instructor Training Course.

• Complete the Candidate Water Fitness Evaluation as outlined in the SSI Training Standards if it has been more than six months since the candidate has been evaluated.

• Complete the program’s final exam.

Certification

• Upon completion of all training requirements, a Lifeguard Instructor Trainer must issue the SSI Level 1 Lifeguard Instructor digital certification card.

• Candidates with an oxygen provider or AED instructor certification with a recognized training agency may submit an application for a React Right Instructor rating.

• Water Safety Attendant

• Pool Lifeguard

• Inland Open Water Lifeguard

Active Status Requirements

• Teach at least one (1) Pool Lifeguard program every 24 months.

• Participate in a Lifeguard Instructor Update every 24 months.