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A Lifeguard ensures the safety of swimmers and water sports participants. Their role is to explain and enforce safety rules, rescue people in danger, and use their knowledge of first aid to save lives. Their responsibilities are assisting with swimming lessons, monitoring designated areas to recognize signs of danger, maintaining order in swimming areas, warning swimmers regarding unsafe situations, responding to emergencies, and maintaining records and reports.

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Avg Pay: $33K
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Avg Pay: $35K
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  • Bachelor Degree in Kinesiology - Exercise Science
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$28,709Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor of Arts (b.a.) in General Studies
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    Avg. Duration:45 monthsAvg. Fees:$23,007Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
  • Bachelor Degree in High School Education
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    Avg. Duration:48 monthsAvg. Fees:$29,149Type:Mostly full timeView more on Studyportals
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4.9 years
$34K
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1.67 years
Entry
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