Lifeguard shortages closed thousands of pools and beaches during the COVID-19 pandemic, when social distancing requirements disrupted training and rising wages lured some workers to other summer jobs.

Lifeguard certifications are valid for two years with a refresher course in CPR/AED required by the city Department of Health. Lifeguards learn a number of skills and can make between $9 and $15 ...

Organizations throughout Lackawanna County have struggled to hire lifeguards in recent years, but becoming one requires more than sitting in a tall chair.Certification courses teach prospective ...

Students at School District U46 may soon be able to get lifeguard certification while taking high school physical education under a proposed new course.U46 officials and teachers outlined plans ...