An individual undertaking this course with Allens Training Pty Ltd will need to demonstrate the following to be eligible for entry:
- An official form of photo identification (e.g., driver’s licence, passport, or student ID).
- Physical capability to be able to meet the demands of the practical demonstration skills including:
- Visual acuity to effectively scan and patrol the aquatic venue, monitor patron activity, and identify hazardous behaviours that may pose risks. Must also be able to recognise common visual signs of distress in the water (e.g. lack of movement, arm waving).
- Capacity to hear and respond to audible signs of distress, such as patrons calling for help.
- Perform two (2) non-swim rescues - reach and throw rescue
- Complete a 10-metre non-contact tow
- Complete a 10-metre contact tow
- To successfully complete this course, students will need to demonstrate the following language, literacy, numeracy and digital (LLND) skills during training and assessment:
- Learning: Remember and follow simple steps to help keep myself and others safe in and around water, and I can follow the basic steps of the chain of survival (such as calling for help and starting CPR).
- Reading: Read signs, instructions, or safety guides in an aquatic environment
- Writing: Write short notes or fill in basic forms about what happened during a water-related incident.
- Oral communication: Communicate clearly and listen carefully when receiving or giving instructions, especially in team-based, noisy, or time-sensitive situations
- Numeracy: Use numbers to track time, check water depth, and judge distances to help make safe decisions
- Digital Literacy: Able to use a mobile phone or basic device to read messages, follow online instructions, complete online forms or access learning resources
*Important note: In order to issue an accredited certificate, CPR must be performed on the floor with no exemptions.
Online learning: Students must have basic digital literacy skills to navigate online platforms, complete assessments, and access course materials. Before enrolment, students should assess their ability to engage in online learning. Support is available where required. The online learning program can be found in the student portal. Students must have access to a computer, smart phone, tablet or other electronic device with access to the internet to complete the online studies and associated assessment tasks.
Delivery mode: Online with face-to-face - The online pre-course learning and theory assessment is expected to take approximately 3 hours to complete. These timeframes are estimates. Individuals with prior experience in similar training may complete the online component in less time, while those new to the subject may need more time to complete all the learning content and theory questions.
