The aim of the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is to teach learners a wide range of lifeguarding related skills, that will be required in a leisure center facility.
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. 100% attendance is required.
All precautions are in place to ensure the course is run in the safest possible environment with social distancing measures in place during both the theory and practical parts of the course, this will include the use of manikins during the practical aspects of the course and PPE will be worn during these sessions. All PPE will be provided during the course.
The dates and times for the course are as follows;
After signing up for the NPLQ course you will be emailed the required forms for the course which will need completing prior to the first day of the course.
The qualification is internationally recognized and is incorporated on the Qualifications Framework at Level 2.
The NPLQ is valid for 2 years from the date of issue and a further 20 hours of ongoing training and competency assessment must be completed before a lifeguard can renew their qualification prior to the expiry of their existing award.
For full details on the content of the course and to view IQL UK policies, please visit www.rlss.org.uk
How is the qualification assessed?
Assessment for the NPLQ takes place at the end of the course.
The assessment is split into three sections:
If you do not successfully complete one or more sections of the assessment, you have 28 days to be reassessed. All re-assessments organised by Trinity Arts and Leisure and will take place on-site.
Pre-requisites
Candidates must be:
What will I need to bring to the course?
You are required to bring the following items to the course:
Each day of the course could include water work on more than one occasion and candidates may prefer to bring two sets of towels, shorts and t-shirts.
All payments made are non-refundable unless the course is cancelled by Trinity Arts and Leisure.
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