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COURSE PURPOSE |
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The aim of this course is to provide participants with the knowledge of basic patrolling and surf awareness in order to be able to participate in basic lifesaving operations. This course is also the minimum water safety qualification for Junior Activity supervision |
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PREREQUISITES |
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· A candidate must be a minimum of 13 years of age on the date of
assessment
· Have completed a minimum of 200 metre swim In five minutes or less, in a
swimming pool of not less than 25 metres or over a measured open
water course before any training starts in the surf and/or deep water
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SLS TRAINING RESOURCES |
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· Surf Life Saving Training Manual (32nd Edition, Version 2)
· Candidate Workbook
· Interactive CD ROM
· Trainer and Assessor Guide
· Power Points
· Interactive Learning Games
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COMPETENCIES |
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This course relates to parts of the following competencies:
· PUASAR009A - Participate in an aquatic rescue operation
· PUASAR012A - Apply surf awareness and self rescue skills
· PUAEME001A - Provide emergency care
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COURSE INFORMATION |
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Duration: Courses run for 35-45 hours
Location: Courses are run by nationally recognised trainers and assessors
to members of affiliated clubs and the general community
Numbers: 2 to 30 |
Beaches in NSW 
