Pool Lifeguard

The Royal Life Saving Pool Lifeguard Certificate is recognised throughout Australia and in many countries around the world. The certificate is an entry-level professional qualification that can lead to an exciting career in the aquatic and recreation industry.

The course offers expert professional training, and leads to a nationally accredited skill set - ‘SISSS00129 Pool Lifeguard Skill Set’.  Along with covering the skills and knowledge of first aid, resuscitation, swimming and water safety you will also learn about rescue and emergency response techniques, aquatic supervision, risk management, public relations, effective communication, conflict management and basic technical pool operations. These are valuable skills in any work context and lifeguarding is a dynamic, in-demand profession that can open up work opportunities in a wide variety of national and international locations. There are also opportunities for career advancement such as Supervisor, Duty Manager, Facility Manager, Swim Teacher and Trainer/Assessor.

Successful candidates will receive a:

• Royal Life Saving Society – Australia Pool Lifeguard Certificate (valid for 12 months)

Statement of Attainment for Units of Competency from the SIS National Sport, Fitness and Recreation Training Package:

• HLTAID009 Perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation 
• HLTAID0011 Provide first aid* (Credit Transfer)
• PUAEME001 Provide emergency care
• PUAEME003 Administer oxygen in an emergency
• SISCAQU002 Perform basic water rescues
• SISCAQU006 Supervise clients in aquatic locations
• SISCAQU007 Perform advanced water rescues