.png)
.png)
TRAINING AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT
Industry Licensing
Confirming aquatic professionals meet recognised training, safety, competency and compliance requirements to work confidently across the aquatic industry.
introduction
Overview
Aquatic Industry Licensing is a requirement under the Guidelines for Safe Pool Operations (GSPO) and, in NSW, Practice Note 15 – Water Safety.
It ensures Pool Lifeguards, Swim Teachers and Aquatic Technical Operators working across NSW, the ACT and Tasmania meet recognised standards of safety, competency and professionalism.
By completing accredited Royal Life Saving training, meeting relevant assessment and Working with Children Check requirements, and obtaining an Aquatic Industry Licence, individuals demonstrate they are qualified and ready to work in aquatic facilities across Australia.
Licensing also gives employers confidence that workers meet recognised industry requirements for their roles
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Swim Teacher License
Minimum requirements to become a Swim Teacher in NSW, ACT or Tasmania as well as your responsibilities in the role
Apply for a New Swim Teacher Licence
To submit your licence application for a Royal Life Saving Swim Teacher qualification, follow these easy steps:
Complete the Swim Teacher Training (face-to-face and on-the-job)
The application is completed in its entirety and submitted in good condition
Current (paid) Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Ensure your Supervisor is an Approved RLS Workplace Supervisor
Renew your Swim Teacher Licence
If your Swim Teacher Licence is due to expire, you can renew with Royal Life Saving (for enquires about expiry dates please contact courses@royalnsw.com.au for further clarification)
Complete the Renewal Application Form in its entirety
Provide your licence from previous RTO (front and back) if not a RLS Swim Teacher Licence holder.
Provide a current HLTAID009 ‐ Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) qualification
Evidence of Professional Development of (12 x PD opportunities over 3 years) and Practical Teaching Hours (40 hours over 3 years)
Current (paid) Working with Children Check (WWCC)
Professional Development Guidelines for Licence Renewal.
12 PD opportunities over 3 years including (but not limited to):
1 PD
Inhouse training
CPR
Online learning courses
Industry workshops
12 PD
One day industry related conference or seminar
One day Swim Teacher Accredited Training Course
It is recommended from the GSPO to update the following qualification at least once every 3 years:
SISCAQU020 Perform Water Rescue
Please contact courses@royalnsw.com.au for further clarification on a particular PD opportunity.
If you would like to obtain a Royal Life Saving Swim Teacher Licence but received your Swim Teacher Qualification/Licence from a different provider, please reach out to your local Royal Life Saving office. We can assist with licensing for external qualifications and transferring your licence.
Specialisation Licences (All Abilities and/or Infants & Toddler) NSW, ACT, and TAS can issue Licences for those states. Qualifications completed in NSW, ACT, or TAS that require a licence for another state may incur additional processing fees.
In Australia, swim schools and swim teachers typically require various types of insurance coverage to protect against potential liabilities associated with their operations. This includes public liability insurance, professional indemnity insurance, and potentially product liability insurance, depending on the nature of their activities and services provided.
Public liability insurance is essential for protecting against claims of injury or property damage to third parties, such as students or visitors, occurring on the premises or during swimming lessons. Professional indemnity insurance is important for covering claims of professional negligence, errors, or omissions in teaching or instruction services provided by swim teachers.
Product liability insurance may be necessary to cover claims related to defective or harmful products used or sold by swim schools, such as swim equipment, pool chemicals, or instructional materials.
While the specifics of insurance policies and coverage may differ, the general types of risks and liabilities faced by swim schools and swim teachers are similar across jurisdictions. Therefore, the information provided regarding the types of coverage and potential scenarios covered by insurance policies is relevant to swim schools and swim teachers in Australia.
It is essential for swim schools and swim teachers to seek guidance from insurance professionals or legal advisors well-versed in Australian regulations to review their individual circumstances to ensure they're adequately covered within the swim school environment. Consulting with experts will help ensure that candidates are adequately safeguarded against potential risks and liabilities associated with their roles in teaching swimming.
TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT
Pool Lifeguard Licence
Minimum requirements to become a Pool Lifeguard in NSW, ACT or Tasmania as well as your responsibilities in the role
The Aquatic Industry in NSW and ACT, requires Pool Lifeguards to be licenced for their specific workplace. Therefore, Lifeguards (new and experienced) must complete a Royal Life Saving NSW Licence Application Form, as part of their induction process.
To obtain a Pool Lifeguard Licence, you must hold a Pool Lifeguard Skillset that is less than 12 months old.
Completed the Pool Lifeguard skillset through an alternative provider and require a Pool Lifeguard Licence? You will need to complete Pool Lifeguard Licence Application – External Qualifications form (and all accompanying documents) and send to your closest Royal Life Saving Office for processing.
To Renew your Pool Lifeguard Licence you must participate in a Pool Lifeguard update Course. Please visit the Lifeguard Courses page to see the next available course
Royal Life Saving NSW is the only authorised organisation to issue a Pool Lifeguard License in NSW and ACT.
If you would like to obtain a Royal Life Saving Lifeguard Licence but received your Pool Lifeguard Qualification/Licence from a different provider, please reach out to your local Royal Life Saving office. We can assist with licensing for external qualifications and transferring your licence.
There is no Insurance requirements for a Pool Lifeguard
