Defender Aquatics

AMERICAN RED CROSS LIFEGUARD MANAGMENT IN-PERSON EXAM ONLY (LGM Exam)

Online Component Required?

Yes, participants must complete the Lifeguard Management (LGM) Online Course the before attending. The online LGM course is accessible via the American Red Cross website for and takes approximately 3 hours to complete.

Purpose/Objective:

This exam-only session does not include the online training. That portion must be purchased and completed separately prior to attendance. The American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Exam is a written, in-person examination for individuals supervising lifeguards in the states of New York and New Jersey (Both New York and New Jersey require in-person testing and do not recognize the online exam in the American Red Cross Lifeguard Management online course). This evaluation serves to ensure that participants demonstrate the knowledge and decision-making skills required to manage lifeguards and aquatic safety operations in a variety of facility types.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Age Requirement: Must be a minimum of 15 years old
• Certification Requirement: Must show proof of successful completion of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Management online course
• It is recommended that particpants review their American Red Cross Lifeguard Management Supplement (eBook), which is included in the online course, prior to sitting for the exam.

Requirements for Certification:

• Certification Requirement: Must show proof of successful completion of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Management online course.

• Exam Score: Must pass the in-person written exam with a score of  80% or more. 

Certification Earned and Validity Period:

For those supervising lifeguards in the states of New York and New Jersey, your online American Red Cross Lifeguard Management certification is  ONLY VALID when accompanied by a record of successful completion of the American Red Cross Lifeguard Management In-Person Exam.  Upon successful completion of this exam, you will receive an American Red Cross Lifeguard Management In-Person Exam certificate. Your LGM online course certificate and your LGM In-Person Exam certificate each have a validity period of 2 years from the date of completion.