National Pool Lifeguard Course
Meadowside Training Services offers you the opportunity to gain an internationally recognised qualification by enrolling on the National Pool Lifeguard Course.
The course is run over a period of 5 consecutive days, with the assessment coming on the 6th day. The course will consist of both theoretical and practical sessions; however candidates are reminded that all sessions must be attended in order to take the assessment.
The following areas will be covered
- Safety and rescue provision of swimming pools
- Rescue of a casualty using poolside rescue equipment.
- Rescue of a casualty using contact tows
- Two timed swims.
- Spinal injury rescue, support and management.
- Cardiopulmonary resuscitation for adult baby and infant.
- First aid, including illness and injury management.
- The course will also cover site specific elements, such as pool operating procedures and legal requirements.
The next course is planned for Summer 2012.
The course costs £176.70.
For more details please contact Hayley Milton on 01283 508862 or email her on hayley.milton@eaststaffsbc.gov.uk
If you would like to be considered for further course please add your details to the waiting list.