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National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)

Prepare for a role as a swimming pool lifeguard.

Awarding Organisation:

RLSS UK

Entry Requirements:

  • Age 16+ at assessment. 

  • Jump or dive into deep water

  • swim 50m within 60 seconds

  • swim 100m continuously on front and 100m on back

  • tread water for 30 seconds

  • surface dive to the pool floor

  • climb out unaided where pool design permits.

Training:

36 guided learning hours, plus self-study; normally five or more days.

About this Qualification

Develop supervision, rescue and first aid skills for swimming pool work. Training combines classroom learning with demanding practical pool activities.

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Course Content

Pool safety and supervision; emergency rescue; first aid, illness and injury management; CPR.

Assessment

Practical pool rescue, first aid and CPR assessments, plus theory questions. All required elements must be passed.

What to Bring

  • Photo ID or approved alternative

  • comfortable clothes and flat shoes

  • swimwear, shorts and T-shirt, whistle and towel. 

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