You’ll need to make sure you’ve met the following requirements before you attend your course:
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Be at least 14 years of age
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Be able to swim 25 metres
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Learners who cannot swim 25 metres must be capable of wading, and effecting a rescue, in a pool with a depth no greater than chest height
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Be able to surface dive and recover an object from the deepest part of the pool
When You Get Your Qualification
- It lasts for 2 years.
How to Take Your Qualification Further
The Safety Award for Teachers is the perfect qualification to accompany a swimming teaching qualification. It’s also a great stepping stone into the world of lifesaving, as you can take this course at 14 years old, then decide if you would like to take the plunge and become a fully-qualified Pool Lifeguard or fitness instructor!