Pool Lifeguard (AR-LGP)

32-hour pool lifeguard certification in Lebanon covering surveillance, water rescue, CPR/AED, spinal injury management, and emergency response. Prerequisite: AR-BLS.

Pool Lifeguard Certification in Lebanon — About This Course

First and foremost, the AR-LGP (Pool Lifeguard) certification prepares candidates with the knowledge, skills, and professional judgement required to supervise swimmer safety in indoor pool environments. AwareReach delivers this pool lifeguard certification in Lebanon across 32 hours and 10 structured modules. In particular, the programme develops competence in hazard recognition, preventive lifeguarding, emergency response, and water rescue.

Additionally, successful completion qualifies the candidate to work as an entry-level pool lifeguard. Furthermore, it provides the foundation for progression to AR-LGS (Open Water and Sea Lifeguard). Therefore, AR-LGP is the essential first step for anyone pursuing a professional lifeguarding career in Lebanon.

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of AR-LGP, candidates will be able to:

• Apply effective surveillance techniques to monitor pool areas and identify hazards before incidents occur
• Execute water entries, swim approaches, victim support, and tows in a pool environment
• Perform the full rescue sequence from hazard recognition through victim extraction and casualty management
• Deliver CPR and operate an AED for adults, children, and infants in an aquatic context
• Manage spinal injury protocols in the water environment
• Apply Emergency Action Plan procedures and communicate effectively under pressure
• Conduct pre-shift pool inspections and verify equipment readiness
• Demonstrate professional conduct, physical fitness, and continuous readiness

Course Structure (32 hours)

• Module 1: Lifeguarding as a Profession (2h)
• Module 2: Pool Hazard Recognition and Surveillance Techniques (3h)
• Module 3: Water Entry and Rescue Swimming Techniques (3h)
• Module 4: Victim Approach, Support, and Tow Techniques (3h)
• Module 5: Victim Extraction and Deck Management (2h)
• Module 6: CPR and AED for Aquatic Contexts (4h)
• Module 7: First Aid for Pool-Specific Incidents (3h)
• Module 8: Emergency Action Plan and Communication (2h)
• Module 9: Written Examination (1h)
• Module 10: Practical Stations Assessment (7h)

Assessment

Written Examination — 40 multiple-choice questions, closed book, 60 minutes. Consequently, candidates must achieve a minimum of 80% to pass.

Practical Assessment — 6 mandatory stations: water entry and approach swim, passive victim rescue and extraction, CPR/AED for adults, infant BLS, in-water spinal stabilisation, and EAP activation. Moreover, candidates must pass all six stations to qualify.

In summary, this pool lifeguard certification in Lebanon meets international aquatic safety standards and follows evidence-based rescue protocols.

Prerequisite

AwareReach requires a valid AR-BLS (Basic Life Saver) certification for enrolment. Nevertheless, candidates without AR-BLS can complete it as a same-day prerequisite course. As a result, no prior lifeguard experience is necessary.

Certification

Successful candidates receive the AR-LGP — Pool Lifeguard Certificate of Competence under the AwareReach Certification Authority. In addition, the certificate remains valid for 2 years from date of issue, with a 60-day refresher window. Furthermore, this pool lifeguard certification in Lebanon follows guidelines established by ILCOR — the global body that sets CPR and BLS standards. View all lifeguard programmes on our Courses page.

Lead Instructor — Pool Lifeguard Certification

Bachir Kerbej leads this pool lifeguard certification as Senior Trainer for the Lifeguard and Water Rescue pathway. Overall, AwareReach delivers all water rescue training in Lebanon through certified professionals with extensive aquatic safety experience.