While the VACSWIM program doesn't offer official accreditation, it equips you with invaluable skills and knowledge, laying the groundwork for your venture into the aquatic industry. For those aspiring to obtain a certificate, we extend an invitation to join a VACSWIM training hub.

The Community Surf Rescue Certificate, acknowledged by the Department for Education and various Aquatic Businesses, stands as a prerequisite for supervising children in water aquatic activities.

Participants obtaining the certificate will broaden their knowledge and skills learnt within the VACSWIM program, undergoing training and assessment in water rescues, hazard identification, resuscitation, communication signals, and a 100m Run, 100m Swim, 100m Run, to be completed in under 5 minutes.

Successful completion awards two Units of Competency: PUASAR013 Participate in an aquatic rescue operation and HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Noting, this certificate requires updating every 12 months through the Community Surf Rescue Certificate Update course.

Please see below, the full list of Training Hub locations:

Pre-requisites:

·        Completion of the VACSWIM Community Surf Rescue program

·        Minimum age of 14 years on the final assessment date

Course Cost:

Only $60 for VACSWIM participants (normally $200)

By attaining this accreditation, you also pave the way to becoming a VACSWIM Assistant Instructor for Block 1 in December next year. Please CLICK HERE for full qualifications details on what is required to become a VACSWIM staff member in the 2024/25 season.

Duration:

2-4 hours, depending on skill level and number of candidates

Training Hubs:

• Somerton Beach - 19th January 1:30pm

• Penneshaw Beach - 20th January 11:00am