Lifeguarding is a challenging and rewarding job. As a lifeguard, you are responsible for the safety and welfare of your quests in an aquatic facility. It is critical that you learn lifesaving skills the right way! Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program (ILTP)TM provides the highest level of lifeguard training. Lifeguards who complete the ILTPTM program have safety and service skills that far exceed current industry standards. This leads to superior performances and the development of lifeguards who have the ability to protect both guests and themselves. E&A licensed lifeguards consistently demonstrate their excellence through their accountability, professionalism, competency, and service. The E&A International Lifeguard Training ProgramTM guidelines have revolutionized the aquatic safety industry, and are continuing to set new and higher standards worldwide.
My 3rd certification after YMCA and American Red Cross, Ellis & Associates International Lifeguard Training Program (R) is different than the other two, yet not necessarily superior. Each has their own idiosyncrasies. Each has a focus for a particular population and none are wrong. The actual water rescue techniques are not significantly different from those of the Y or ARC. This book does an adequate job of teaching the techniques, written to a population with generally a high school and college reading level.