14-15 November 2026

Saturday 14th: 12:30 – 17:15
Lunch not included

Sunday 15th: 7:45 – 12:15
Lunch not included

Course Overview:

This entry-level course, the  SWIM Australia™ Teacher (SAT), has the competence and knowledge to teach swimming and water safety to independent learners from ages 2.5 years upward, emphasising safety, fun, and skill development.

The skill set SISSS00132 – Swimming and Water Safety Teacher provides the skills and knowledge required to assist individuals in gaining the competencies required to deliver water-related personal safety and survival lessons as determined by the federal government.

Upon completing all the course requirements, candidates will be accredited with the SWIM Australia™ Teacher license, valid for three years. The course includes vocational education training requirements and non-accredited training requirements in line with the Aquatic Industry. This is the industry standard for Teachers of  Swimming and Water Safety.

This course is aimed at people entering the aquatics and community recreation industry, wishing to instruct swimming and water safety and the entry point into Sport, Aquatics and Recreation industry.

This interactive course is delivered in a blended format with online theory and practical components.

The practical workshop requires attendance at a face-to-face training session for a full day. Students will also be required to complete supervised industry training in a swim teaching environment in a range of conditions.  The course consists of theory, practical and supervised practice components:

• Theory Component – topics completed via our SWIMDECK Learning Management System. Candidates will be able to book into a practical workshop once online modules are completed
• Practical Component – involves swimming activities that may be carried out in shallow or deep water
• Supervised Practice and Assessment Component – completed in a location/venue of the student’s choice to complete and deliver a number of supervised tasks in line with the skill set