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Pool Lifeguard Qualifcation


Pool Lifeguard Qualification

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Swim 21 Training run the RLSS Pool Lifeguard Course here in our leisure club a few times a year. Candidates must be 16 and meet the prerequisites below. The Pool Lifeguard is a 5 day course and there is an assessment with an external assessor on day 6.

If you have any questions or would like to register your interest please email the Swim 21 Training Team on info@swim21training.com.
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What Is The RLSS Pool Lifeguard Qualification

How do I Become a Lifeguard (Pre-Requisites)

Every candidate attending a NPLQ course must be 16-years-old at the time of taking the NPLQ final assessment and be able to:
  • Jump / dive into deep water
  • Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
  • Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water
  • Tread water for 30 seconds
  • Surface dive to the floor of the pool
  • Climb out unaided without ladder/steps and where the pool design permits

Course Content

The NPLQ covers all elements of Pool Rescue Techniques, Lifeguarding Theory, First Aid and CPR. The course is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times, lifting casualties and diving to the deepest part of the swimming pool. Training and assessment for the NPLQ is in three sections and all must be successfully passed to attain the qualification.

Section 1 – The Lifeguard and the Law, Swimming Pool Supervision
Element 1 – The Lifeguard and the Law
Element 2 – Swimming Pool, Hazards and Control Measures
Element 3 – Swimming Pool Supervision


Section 2 – Intervention and Rescue and Emergency Action Plans
Element 1 – Intervention and Rescue
Element 2 – Rescue of a Casualty with a Suspected Spinal Injury
Element 3 – Emergency Action Plan


Section 3 – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, AED and First Aid
Element 1 – Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Element 2 – First Aid
Element 3 – Automated External Defibrillation (AED)



Assessment

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Assessment for the NPLQ takes place at the end of the course. It determines your knowledge and understanding of the principles of working as a pool lifeguard and assesses your ability to apply the skills and knowledge in a work-related environment.

The assessment is split into three sections:
  • Practical pool assessment
  • Theory Assessment for all 3 sections
  • Practical First Aid & CPR assessment

Renewal

NPLQ renewal candidates may renew their qualification within the period of validity of their existing qualification as stated on their certificate. This will include a full assessment of lifeguard knowledge and skills by an independent assessor. Candidates must have access to the most up to date copy of ‘The Lifeguard’ manual prior to assessment.

The following is required to be completed by candidates prior to the renewal assessment of their qualification to demonstrate their ongoing professional competence:
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20 hours Continued Professional Development within the last two years from the date of previous assessment covering content from the NPLQ syllabus:
  • In-water swimming pool rescue skills (at least 4 hrs)
  • CPR (at least 4 hrs)
  • First Aid (at least 4 hrs)
  • Lifeguard theory (at least 4 hours)
Continued Professional Development can be achieved by:
  • Attendance at Lifeguard ongoing training and competency assessment* (strongly recommended)
  • Attendance at alternative training, face-to-face or online, relating to In-water swimming pool rescue skills, CPR, First Aid and Lifeguard theory

Course Cost

The cost of the RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is 375 euros. 
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Location

opening times

Monday - Thursday
(6:30AM - 9:45PM)

Friday
(6:30AM - 8:45PM)
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Saturday & Sunday
​(8:00AM - 7:45PM)

CHILDREN HOURS STRICTLY
​10:15AM - 7:15PM

POOL CLOSES 15 MINUTES PRIOR TO CLOSING TIME TO ALLOW FOR CHANGING

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