We often run a number of courses relevant to the leisure industry, using qualified and experienced instructors with a professional approach to your training.
We also provide courses in conjunction with third-party training providers including IoS (Institute of Swimming), STA (Swimming Teachers Association) and QLM (Quality Leisure Management).
We currently have STA, NPLQ, and PPO courses running. Please check the sections below for more information.
COURSES WE REGULARLY OFFER
FIRST AID COURSES
DESCRIPTIONThis HSE approved course will supply all learners with the skills and knowledge needed to provide treatment to their casualties in a prompt, safe and effective manner. A range of subjects are covered including:
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ASSESSMENTSummative practical assessment is on-going by the instructor, along with a written assessment. A Level 2 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work will be issued to the learner which is valid for 3 years, subject to successful assessment. |
PRICEPlease refer to the upcoming courses table above. |
PRE-REQUISITESAll candidates must hold a current, valid First Aid at Work qualification. |
DESCRIPTIONThis HSE approved course is designed for those who currently hold a First Aid at Work qualification and are due to expire. A range of subjects are covered including:
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ASSESSMENTSummative practical assessment is on-going by the instructor, along with a written assessment on each day. A Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work will be issued to the learner which is valid for 3 years, subject to successful assessment. |
PRICEPlease refer to the upcoming courses table above. |
DESCRIPTIONThis comprehensive HSE approved course covers a wide range of first aid emergencies, enabling all participants to deal with emergency situations with confidence in a prompt, safe and effective way. A range of subjects are covered including:
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ASSESSMENTSummative practical assessment is on-going by the instructor, along with a written assessment on each day. A Level 3 Award in First Aid at Work will be issued to the learner which is valid for 3 years, subject to successful assessment. |
PRICESee course details |
HEALTH AND SAFETY COURSES
DESCRIPTIONThis is a three day course for duty managers, centre and club managers of leisure facilities who have operational control of their facilities. On successful completion of the training, delegates will be able to:
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ASSESSMENTIt is assessed by a 50 question multiple choice examination at the end of the course. |
PRICEPlease refer to the upcoming courses table above. |
LIFEGUARD COURSES
COURSE PRE-REQUISITESCandidates must be 16 years or older at the time of taking the final assessment and be able to meet the following basic fitness criteria:
Please note: You may be required to undertake a water test to ensure you can meet the course pre-requisites prior to being allowed to book onto this course.
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DESCRIPTIONThe NPLQ course is a minimum of 36 hours long. It is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times, lifting casualties and diving to the deepest part of the swimming pool. Training and assessment for the NPLQ is in three sections and all must be successfully passed to attain the qualification.
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ASSESSMENTAt the end of the course, candidates are required to undertake a practical assessment on pool lifeguard theory, pool rescue, first aid and CPR. Subject to successfully passing the final assessment, the candidates will hold a full 10th Edition National Pool Lifeguard Qualification inclusive of all 3 units, which are valid for 2 years. |
DATESNovember 2023 – We are now taking expressions of interest. PRICE£299
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OPERATIONS COURSES
COURSE PRE-REQUISITESYou must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the course. There is a pre course preparation sheet which is required to be completed prior to the course. This is to be taken on the first day of the course for initial discussions with the course tutor. This pre course preparation sheet is sent alongside other pre course administration from the IoS. |
DESCRIPTIONThis three-day course is the essential technical qualification for staff involved in day-to-day pool plant operation, or those responsible for plant management. By the end of the course successful candidates will be able to demonstrate an understanding of the design and operation of their own pool plant including the circulation, filtration, disinfection, pH correction and heating of pool water. They will know how to maintain water that is in ‘balance' and which is safe and pleasant to swim in. Candidates will be able to use correct techniques to test pool water and understand the remedial action required to restore ideal conditions, the technical requirements for ensuring safe and efficient operation of pool plant. |
ASSESSMENTThis course is assessed using a multiple choice test on the third day of the course, followed by a post course work based assignment. This assignment has to be completed within 3 weeks from the last day of the course and received by the IoS within the 3 week time frame. To complete the assignment, learners need access to an operational plant room. Awarding times will be between 5-7 weeks following the course. |
MORE INFORMATIONBelhus Park Leisure Centre. Please see course details for further information. PWTAG Accredited Pool Plant Operator course - 17/04/2024 https://www.swimming.org/ios/course/10136 Pool Plant Foundation – 08/07/2024 https://www.swimming.org/ios/course/10137 |
COURSE PRE-REQUISITESYou must be at least 18 years of age at the start of the course. Learners must have passed an NPPO, or attended a PPO Revalidation course, no more than 3 years ago. |
DESCRIPTIONProvided you passed your NPPO, or attended a PPO Revalidation course, no more than 5 years ago, you will automatically have been placed on the CIMSPA's Register. By doing so you will be recognised by employers and the industry for keeping your technical knowledge of pool plant and water treatment up to date. Please note: Candidates who passed a National Pool Plant Operators Course, or completed a Pool Plant Revalidation Course or a RoPPPs Update Seminar prior to 1st August 2010 will remain on RoPPPs for 5 years, for courses taken from 1 August 2010 registration will be for 3 years. The aim of this ONE day course is to provide qualified NPPO candidates with the necessary technical updates on pool plant, water treatment and health and safety practices, to bring their knowledge back up to date. Course content:
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ASSESSMENTThere is no assessment with the Update Seminar. Full participation and engagement is required throughout the day. |
PRICE£135 |
SWIMMING TEACHER COURSES
COURSE PRE-REQUISITESYou’ll need to make sure you’ve met the following requirements before you attend your course:
Learners must have all pre-requisites in place before the start of the course. Qualification certificates cannot be issued if all pre-requisites are not met before the start of the course, post course submissions will not be accepted. |
DESCRIPTIONThe STA Level 2 Award in Teaching Swimming aims to produce teachers that can teach the essential swimming skills, water safety and all four key strokes to participants. They are able to plan, deliver, assess and evaluate lessons for adult and child participants. This qualification is for learners who wish to work with children and adults, helping them to develop, both as swimmers and individuals in the aquatic environment. No experience of working with children or teaching swimming lessons is required prior to undertaking this qualification. The total guided learning hours are 40. The units of this qualification will enable learners to:
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ASSESSMENTThe STA Award in Teaching Swimming is tutor assessed through the completion of a risk assessment, schemes of work, lesson plans, lesson evaluation forms and practical teaching. In addition to this there is a final end course theory multiple-choice question assessment paper and an external assessment of practical teaching. On successful completion of the STA Award in Teaching Swimming, learners will have completed and been assessed on:
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To register you interest in the next course, please complete the contact form with the name of the course. |