National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches LIGHT

Introduction

NRASTC LIGHT is a supervision and rescue award for swimming teachers, coaches and/or instructors working during programmed activities, such as swimming lessons, when a Lifeguard or First Aid backup can respond quickly in an emergency.

It is suitable for teachers working in a wide range of swimming pools, including pools where the water is deeper than the teacher’s standing depth. This award is only suitable when the facility has staff qualified as lifeguards or first aiders who can respond quickly to a swimming teacher or coach in an emergency.

Prerequisites

NRASTC LIGHT candidates must meet the following criteria:

Must be 16 years of age at the date of assessment
Be able to meet the following criteria before the course:
- Swim 50m
- Surface dive to the deepest part of the pool
- Climb out without help and without using steps or ladders
Must complete minimum guided learning hours
Successfully complete the course assessment

Course Duration:

1 day

Certificate Valid:

2 Years

Learning Delivery Style:

Face-to-Face

Learning Outcomes

Topics covered during the course include:

The teacher, swimming pool, and class management
Intervention rescue
Emergency action
CPR and drowning/effects of drowning

Cost pp £150.00

Charge for minimum of 4 learners per booking.

Additional Learner £75.00 (Each)

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Assessment

To achieve the NRASTC LIGHT certificate, candidates must pass a formal assessment at the end of the course, where trainees demonstrate the skills and knowledge learned (in the form of a theory and practical test).