At Sylvestrian Leisure Centre, we offer a range of accredited courses in line with RLSS (Royal Life Saving Society UK) and STA (Swimming Teachers’ Association) standards. Our courses provide essential training in lifesaving, first aid and swimming instruction, ensuring the highest level of safety and professionalism. Whether you’re looking to become a qualified lifeguard, swimming teacher, our expert-led programs will equip you with the necessary skills and certifications.
Our courses include:
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Lifesaving
RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
The NPLQ is the UK’s leading lifeguard training program, equipping candidates with essential lifesaving skills, CPR, first aid, and water rescue techniques. Recognized by employers nationwide, the NPLQ ensures lifeguards are prepared to respond effectively to emergencies in swimming pools. The course combines both theoretical and practical training, covering accident prevention, emergency response, and teamwork under pressure.
RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches
The NRASTC is a vital lifesaving qualification designed for swimming teachers, coaches, and aquatic professionals. It provides essential training in water rescue, CPR, and first aid, ensuring they can respond effectively to emergencies in and around swimming pools. The course covers risk management, casualty recovery, and lifesaving techniques tailored to teaching and coaching environments.
RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches
STA Safety Award for Teachers
The STA Safety Award for Teachers is a vital lifesaving qualification designed for swimming teachers, assistants, and school staff who supervise swimming activities. Similar to the NRASTC, this course provides essential training in water rescue, CPR, and first aid, ensuring a safe environment for swimmers. Ideal for those working in swim schools, leisure centers, and educational settings, the qualification equips candidates with the confidence and skills to respond effectively to emergencies in and around the pool.
STA Award for Teachers – Safety Training Awards
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Swimming Teaching
STA Swimming Teacher Qualification
The STA Level 2 Swimming Teacher Qualification is a modern, regulated pathway designed to prepare confident and capable swimming teachers for today’s aquatic industry. Developed with input from swim schools and employers across the UK, this all‑in‑one qualification replaces previous awards and certificates with a streamlined, practical programme covering core strokes, water safety, lesson planning, inclusive teaching and real‑world poolside experience. On completion, candidates are ready to teach safe, progressive learn‑to‑swim lessons for all ages and abilities,
STA Swimming Teacher Qualification – Safety Training Awards
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First Aid
RLSS Emergency First Aid at Work
The EFAW course is a one-day training program designed to equip individuals with essential life-saving skills for workplace emergencies. It covers key topics such as CPR, choking, bleeding control, shock management, and minor injuries. This course meets Health and Safety Executive (HSE) requirements and is ideal for low-risk workplaces.
RLSS Emergency First Aid at Work
RLSS Emergency Paediatric First Aid
The EPFA course is a one-day training program designed for those caring for infants and children. It covers essential life-saving skills, including CPR, choking response, managing wounds, burns, and dealing with medical emergencies. This course meets Ofsted and Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) requirements, making it ideal for parents, teachers, and childcare professionals.
RLSS Emergency Paediatric First Aid
RLSS First Aid At Work
FAW is a comprehensive training program designed to equip individuals with essential first aid skills for workplace emergencies. It covers CPR, injury assessment, wound management, choking, burns, and handling medical conditions. The course meets UK Health and Safety Executive (HSE) standards and is ideal for employers needing to comply with workplace safety regulations.
RLSS Paediatric First Aid
The PFA course is a comprehensive training program designed for individuals caring for infants and children, such as parents, teachers, and childcare professionals. It covers essential first aid skills, including CPR, choking, managing illnesses, injuries, and emergency response for young children. This course meets the requirements of Ofsted and EYFS and provides a certification valid for three years. It can also be combined with the First Aid at Work (FAW) qualification for those needing a broader range of first aid skills.
RLSS Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Programme
The AED Programme is a training course designed to equip individuals with the knowledge and confidence to use an AED in a cardiac emergency. It covers CPR, safe defibrillator use, and how to respond effectively to sudden cardiac arrest.
RLSS Automated External Defibrillator (AED) Programme
RLSS Anaphylaxis Management Programme
The Anaphylaxis Management Programme is a specialised training course that equips individuals with the skills to recognize and respond to severe allergic reactions. It covers the identification of anaphylaxis, the use of adrenaline auto-injectors (e.g., EpiPen), and emergency first aid procedures.
