NZ Certificate in Aquatics (Pool Lifeguard) (Level 3)
Sport & Recreation
A course by
Te Mahi Ako
This programme is for people working as pool lifeguards, providing them with essential supervision, rescue, and emergency response skills. It prepares students to confidently care for swimmers and respond effectively in aquatic environments.
NZ$230
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Confident Pool Supervision
Develop the ability to effectively supervise swimmers and pool users to ensure safety.
Aquatic Rescue Skills
Demonstrate rescue techniques for a range of aquatic casualty scenarios.
About This Course
The NZ Certificate in Aquatics (Pool Lifeguard) (Level 3) is designed for individuals working or volunteering at pools or aquatic facilities. The programme covers aquatic supervision techniques, aquatic rescue, hazard management, and emergency response. Training is both workplace-based and online, and involves two main stages: initial training/assessment followed by on-job validation, including supervised hours, facility induction, and completing a Pool Lifeguard Logbook. Graduates gain awards that recognize their skills and abilities to work effectively as pool lifeguards.
Course Content
- Understanding the roles and responsibilities of pool lifeguards
- Aquatic supervision techniques
- Demonstrating aquatic rescue techniques for casualties in a range of scenarios
- Completing a facility induction
- Written health and safety assessment
- Poolside supervision (20 hours)
- Facility inspections
- Dealing with hazards
- Supervising pool areas and aquatic activities
- Leading emergency responses
Entry Requirements
Currently working in a paid job at a pool or aquatic facility, or self-employed, or volunteering regularly at such a facility
Build towards these roles
Pool LifeguardAquatic facility supervisor
Build skills in these industries
Aquatic facilitiesSport and recreationCommunity leisure services
