Description
Prerequisite:
Candidates are required to have:
- AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety™ accreditation
- A reasonable level of fitness and swimming ability
Content:
The course consists of approximately 9 contact hours (theory and practical), plus 10 hours of practical observation.
Topics include:
- Towards competitive swimming
- External influences and conditions
- Instructional styles
- Learning - making it work
- Development of competitive stroke technique
Assessment:
To gain the accreditation, the following assessment components must be satisfactorily completed within 12 months of the course commencement date.
- Practical assessment
- Online theory assessment
Additional Requirements:
- Practical observation hours
- Show evidence of holding a current cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR) award. For further information on CPR requirements please follow link: https://austswim.com.au/Training/AUSTSWIMCourses/CPRInformation.aspx
- Show evidence of holding a current and valid Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- Teacher Declaration (completed online with exam)
- Submit photo for AUSTSWIM Teacher Licence™
Accreditation:
On successful completion of all course requirements candidates will receive the AUSTSWIM Teacher of Towards Competitive Strokes™ accreditation. This is valid for 3 years at which point the AUSTSWIM Teacher™ must renew their accreditation (click here for more information).
Enrolment Fee: $218
This fee covers:
- Course attendance and resources
- Insurance while completing the practical observation hours.
- AUSTSWIM Licence once the accreditation is issued
- AUSTSWIM Teacher insurance
Please refer to our website for further information on AUSTSWIM Teacher Insurance: http://austswim.com.au/Teachers/Insurance.aspx
Course Dates & Locations: https://oramsocb.austswim.com.au/coursefinder/
Enrolment/Registration Fees
$218
This fee covers:
- Course attendance and resources
- Insurance while completing the practical observation hours.
- AUSTSWIM Licence once the qualification is issued
- AUSTSWIM Teacher insurance
Please refer to our website for further information on AUSTSWIM Teacher Insurance: http://austswim.com.au/Teachers/Insurance.aspx