Blackburn with Darwen Borough Council has fully embraced the R.L.S.S. Lifesavers IQL and National Pool Lifeguard Qualification as a minimum requirement for all lifeguards. We deliver courses to enable candidates to achieve these qualifications.
The intensive 6 day course (minimum 38 hours) candidates will be trained in all aspects of pool safety, first aid and rescue skills in swimming pools and swimming pool supervision.
The qualification is in two units:
Unit 1: The principles of lifesaving and swimming pool supervision, which comprises four elements and is externally assessed.
Unit 2: The application of supervision and rescue in a swimming pool. This unit comprises seven elements and is continually assessed.
The National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is recognised by pool operators across the country.
Candidate requirements:
Before prospective lifeguards start training, candidates should be:
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Fit and healthy
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Able to swim 50 metres in one minute or under
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Able to swim 100 metres on their front and back without pausing
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Able to jump or dive into deep water
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Able to dive from the surface of the water to a depth of not less than 1.5 metres
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Able to climb out of the pool unaided
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Minimum age of 16 at the start of training
2011 Course Dates:
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31 May - 5 June
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18 - 23 July
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24 – 29 October
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11,12,13,19,20,26 & 27 November (3 weekends)
Cost:
Full Course (Includes Unit 1 and Unit 2) is £220. Courses to be held at Darwen Leisure Centre, The Green, Darwen, BB3 1PW(01254) 874900
Click here to download the application form
Further information:
For further information please contact Joanne Finn on (01254) 874906/26800
