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Professional Ocean Lifeguard Training


2020/21 Beach Lifeguard Training - current as of 18th March 2020

A lifeguard applying for employment with Wollongong City Council will need PUA21012 - Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) OR PUA31312 Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue)* plus valid
evidence / certificates for:


HLTAID003 Provide first aid
HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation
Professional Ocean Lifeguard Annual Proficiency Certificate


Wollongong First Aid is able to offer the training and assessment for PUA21012 - Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue), HLTAID003 Provide first aid, HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation and the
Professional Ocean Lifeguard Annual Proficiency Certificate.


For information on training programs you will need to contact us directly

*Once achieved there is NO reassessment or annual update needed for these qualifications however the current Water Safety - Practice Note 15 states "Councils should consider the benefits of lifeguard personnel maintaining a Professional Ocean Lifeguard Annual Proficiency Certificate or similar annual proficiency certificate that states a specific currency period of no more than 12 months."


Wollongong First Aid is working with employers to develop a learning pathway to give those with a Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) and opportunity to study for their Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue). 

If you currently hold a Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) and employed by a local council and would be interested in working towards your Certificate in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) then please contact us 
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PUA21012 - Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) - RPL Pathway

A$0.00

The purpose of this course is to train and assess you in the skills and knowledge of professional lifeguarding and surf awareness to be able to participate and be employed in professional lifeguarding operations.


By completing the Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) and Ocean Lifeguard Award you would exit with the industry recognised entry level requirements for “casual” or “holiday period” lifeguards. 


(Please Note: Employers may have different requirements and students are expected to research and understand the requirements of their prospective employers) 


Download our Course Guide for all the information you need.


cert_ii_and_iii_public_safety_course_guide.pdf


Download our Course Information Sheet for our upcoming course:


certificate_ii_in_public_safety__aquatic_rescue__2018_course.pdf




Pricing is subject to client needs. Please contact us for full details or view details in document above


Upcoming course over two days: - Saturday 13th & 14th 2020 (Group B)


Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) - $230

Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) + HLTAID007 Provide Advanced Resuscitation - $340

Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) + HLTAID003 Provide First Aid + HLTAID007 Provide Advanced Resuscitation - $460

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PUA31312 - Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) - RPL Pathway

A$0.00

The purpose of this course is to train and assess you in the skills and knowledge of professional lifeguarding and surf awareness to be able to participate and be employed in professional lifeguarding operations.


It is expected that the candidate has significant industry experience and prior knowledge.


By completing the Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) and Ocean Lifeguard Award you would exit with the industry recognised requirements for season or permanent lifeguards. 


(Please Note: Employers may have different requirements and students are expected to research and understand the requirements of their prospective employers) 


Download our Course Guide for all the information you need.


cert_ii_and_iii_public_safety_course_guide.pdf



Pricing is subject to client needs. Please contact us for full details or view details in document above


Our next courses commence -Friday 12th June 2020 (5pm)


Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) - $100 per each core unit required

Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue) - $50 per each elective unit required

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Professional Ocean Lifeguard Annual Proficiency

A$0.00 A$65.00 - A$295.00

The Professional Ocean Lifeguard Annual Proficiency is designed to provide an opportunity for Ocean Lifeguards to meet industry proficiency requirements. There are three components and depending on needs a lifeguard will choose the components specific to them. The components are:




  • Professional Ocean Lifeguard Annual Proficiency - update required every 12 months
  • HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation - update required every 12 months
  • HLTAID003 Provide first aid - update required every 3 years


If you can demonstrate proficiency with evidence from another organisation then you will not need to complete that component.


To complete the proficiency you will need to complete a practical and online assessment. You will be sent a link to the online knowledge assessment once you enrol in the course.


You will need to choose one of the sessions below. The proficiency will take 2 hours and will assess your skills and knowledge. Spaces are limited to ensure each lifeguard is given sufficient opportunity to demonstrate their proficiency.


These dates are for Professional Ocean Lifeguard Annual Proficiency and HLTAID007 Provide advanced resuscitation - NEXT DATE Sunday 19th July 2020, being held at Towradgi Beach, Towradgi


If you need HLTAID003 Provide first aid you will need to pay here for the discount but book in to one of our public courses


Click here for HLTAID003 Provide first aid dates


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