New Zealand Apprenticeship: Senior Pool Lifeguard (L4)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Te Mahi Ako
This apprenticeship is for senior pool lifeguards who supervise and lead lifeguard teams at aquatic facilities, providing advanced skills in supervision, coordination, and health and safety procedures.
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Core skills this course teaches
Lead and supervise lifeguard teams
Ability to coordinate and supervise shifts, managing teams of lifeguards in aquatic facilities.
Apply advanced lifeguarding and rescue techniques
Utilise advanced skills for aquatic supervision, effective rescue, and response to incidents.
About This Course
The New Zealand Apprenticeship: Senior Pool Lifeguard (L4) is designed for lifeguards who are leading shifts and teams in aquatic facilities. Through this workplace-based programme, apprentices will develop in-depth skills in supervising, coordinating, and educating pool staff, as well as advanced lifeguarding techniques, health and safety, and customer service.
Course Content
- Coordinating pool lifeguard plans and adapting shifts
- Applying advanced lifeguarding skills
- Aquatic supervision and rescue techniques
- Supervising health and safety procedures
- Risk assessment plans
- Pool water quality checks
- Responding to customer needs in an aquatic facility
- Educating and managing pool staff
Entry Requirements
Currently employed or self-employed in a paid role at a pool or aquatic facility
Build towards these roles
Senior Pool LifeguardAquatics Team LeaderPool Supervisor
Build skills in these industries
AquaticsSport and RecreationLeisure Services
