Duration
Delivery
Face-to-Face
Cost
$100
Overview
This advanced course builds on foundational aquatic rescue skills and is designed for individuals working in high-responsibility roles within aquatic environments. It covers complex rescue scenarios, including multiple casualties, spinal injuries, and rescues in challenging conditions. Ideal for experienced lifeguards, supervisors, and aquatic response teams.
Course Outline
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Assess and plan response to complex aquatic emergencies
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Perform rescues involving multiple or uncooperative casualties
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Manage spinal injuries and unconscious victims in water
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Operate advanced rescue equipment and flotation aids
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Coordinate with team members and emergency services
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Apply post-rescue care and casualty monitoring
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Document incidents and contribute to workplace reviews
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Adhere to legal, ethical, and safety procedures
This course is offered as a face-to-face course. Pre-course learning is required.
Face to Face minimum duration is 3 hours.
There are no formal prerequisite units required for entry into this course. Learners will require English language, literacy, and numeracy (LLN) skills.
Learners undertaking refresher training must have previously completed the HLTAID009 – Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation training.
Learners will be required to provide a copy of their expiring Statement of Attainment (or digital certificate that can be validated) on the day of their face-to-face course.
Assessment activities will include a knowledge test and practical assessments including performing non swimming and swimming rescues. Students will also complete scenarios in a simulated environment.
The Statement of Attainment is valid for 12 months and should be updated annually.
Further information including fees, payments, support, complaints and appeals can be found in the Student Handbook on the Student Help Centre page.
