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Awarding Organisation:
STA
Entry Requirements:
Age 14+; swim 25m or use the published chest-depth wading route; surface dive and recover an object from deepest part.
Training:
6 contact hours; normally one day.
About this Qualification
A safety award for swimming teachers, school teachers and aquatic instructors providing safety cover for teaching sessions.
Course Content
Pool rescue; basic first aid; adult, child and infant CPR; poolside emergencies.
Assessment
Practical CPR and pool rescue demonstrations plus a multiple-choice theory paper.
What to Bring
Suggested joining instructions: swimwear, towel, suitable clothing for water-based practice, notebook and pen. Confirm venue-specific equipment before attendance.
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