National Pool Lifeguard Qualification Course
Want to be a fully certified pool lifeguard? Take your National Pool lifeguard qualification with Sport Aston.
Taking your course with Sport Aston will ensure you receive an industry-standard qualification and are fully eligible for pool lifeguard work. The NPLQ is the most awarded lifeguard qualification in the UK and Ireland and is also internationally recognised.
Becoming a fully qualified pool lifeguard paves the way for a rewarding and fulfilling career. You will help people feel safer, more secure, and confident in the water. Working hours can be flexible and you can enjoy a satisfying career that has a direct impact on people's lives.
Our next National Pool Lifeguard Qualification course will start on Monday 21 April 2025. Call 0121 204 4623 to book your space.
Entry Requirements
- Before starting the course, you must be able to:
- Jump or dive into the pool in deep water
- Swim 50 metres in 1 minute or less
- Swim 100 meters on your front and then on your back
- Tread water in deep water for 30 seconds
- Surface dive to a minimum of 1.5 meters
- Climb out of the pool unaided, without using the steps
- You must be 16 years of age
- Course Dates
Monday 21 April 08:30 - 17:30
Tuesday 22 April 08:30 - 17:30
Wednesday 23 April 08:30 - 17:30
Thursday 24 April 08:30 - 17:30
Friday 25 April 08:30 - 17:30
- Exam
Saturday 26 April 8:30
Course Units
Unit 1 – the principles of lifesaving and swimming pool supervision
Unit 2 – the application of supervision, intervention and rescue in a swimming pool
Unit 3 – the principles of cardiopulmonary resuscitation
Fees
Member (Aston student or staff) £220
Non-member (all other categories) £250
How To Book
To book your place and to for further information please call 0121 204 4623