Back to the pool! Nippers 6th October, Juniors 9th October
The National Vocational Beach Lifeguard Qualification is a nationally recognised award that will provide the learner with an introduction to all elements of beach lifeguard theory, cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), first aid, pool skills and open water skills. The course is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times and lifting. The NVBLQ is comprised of a variety of units and all must be successfully passed to attain the qualification
CONTENT
Theory
Knowledge and understanding of Beach Lifeguarding.
Theory
Basic Life Support and First Aid.
Pool based
Fitness tests.
Beach based Lifeguard rescue skills and knowledge.
Fitness requirements for examination
Swim 400m in a 25m pool (16 lengths) in 8 minutes or less
Minimum age of candidate
16 years
Minimum Guided Learning Hours
40hrs plus an additional assessment day
Award Duration
2 years
Assessment Fee
£25