If you want to become a lifeguard, you need to pass the following exams. Naturally, you need to speak the language of the respective canton fluently, and having knowledge of English is an additional advantage.
1. BLS-AED (Training in first aid)
2. Brevet igba Pro
3. If you work by a lake or river: BLS-AED, Brevet igba Pro + Modul lake
The exams need to be retaken every 2 years.
Requirements for the Brevet IGBA Pro exam:
- 500 m swimming. Time limit: 13 minutes.
- 5m diving
- Rescuing a person from the water (minimum depth of 1.8m)
- 25m towing. Time limit: 2 minutes.
- Diving for an object: Retrieving 5 rings from a water depth of at least 1.8m.
Do you feel you need assistance with your preparation?
In individual preparation lessons, I will correct your swimming technique and help you successfully pass the Brevet IGBA Pro exam.
Price:
- Private lessons: (45 minutes) CHF 70 per lesson