How do I become a swimming instructor in Qld?
How do I become a swimming instructor in Qld?
In order to become an AUSTSWIM Licensed Teacher™, you will need to complete the Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety™ accreditation. This is the base accreditation that you must gain before you can attempt any of the extension courses.
How do you become a swim coach in Australia?
Complete on the Job Practical Supervision at an Aquatic centre, club or Swim School. Complete an Assessment workbook. Conduct squad sessions in front of a suitably accredited assessor and be marked competent. Provide evidence of a current CPR and First Aid accreditation, find courses here.
How do I become a competitive swimming coach?
All coaches commence by gaining a Swim Australia Teacher of Competitive Swimming Coach Accreditation (formerly Junior Squad and Assistant Coach accreditation). You must either attend a course or complete the Recognition of Current Competency (RCC).
Do you need a qualification to teach swimming?
You can qualify as a swimming teacher by doing Level 1 and Level 2 teaching qualifications awarded by Swim England or the Swimming Teachers’ Association (STA). These qualifications will allow you to teach non-swimmers, improvers and people looking to learn advanced swimming skills.
Can I be a swimming coach?
To become a swim coach, you need at least a high school diploma or GED certificate, First Aid and CPR training, and a swimming coach certification. Some employers also request proof of citizenship and employment history as a lifeguard or other aquatic safety professional.
What is the role of a swimming coach?
Swimming coaches help swimmers of different ability levels to improve their technique, fitness and performance in the water using a range of exercises, and fitness and dietary programmes. Being a swimming coach involves a range of activities.
What is the role of Masters Swimming Australia?
Masters Swimming Australia’s mission is to provide at club, state and national level an environment to encourage all adults, regardless of ability, to swim regularly and compete in order to promote fitness and improve their general well being. Masters Swimming Australia’s motto is “fitness, friendship and fun”.
How much do swim teachers get paid in Australia?
The average swimming teacher salary in Australia is $57,135 per year or $29.30 per hour. Entry-level positions start at $53,625 per year, while most experienced workers make up to $77,493 per year.
How can I participate in Swimming Queensland’s coach development opportunities?
As an ascta member, you may be eligible to participate in some of Swimming Queensland’s coach development opportunities. Upcoming workshop dates and locations can be found at Swimming Australia Workshop Calendar
What are swimming Queensland teacher workshops?
Swimming Queensland Teacher Workshops are open to any person who may be interested in becoming a qualified swim teacher and provide the practical component of the Swim Australia™ Teacher qualifications.
What is a Swim Australia teacher?
Swim Australia Teacher qualifications are recognised across Australia and provide aspiring swimming teachers with the skills and knowledge to teach water safety and swimming skills to learners of all ages through safe and engaging swimming lessons and programs.
What is swimming QLD?
Swimming Queensland (SQ) is committed to developing the sport of swimming across the entire community. For this reason, we have partnered with the Georgina Hope Foundation and the Queensland Government to offer Teacher Workshops throughout Queensland at a reduced fee.
