Introduction to Teaching Water Safety for Learn to Swim

The purpose of this CPD is to provide individuals with up to date knowledge regarding water safety competency and identify where water skills and knowledge are embedded within the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme.

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This CPD gives examples of good practice, strategies and adaptions to teaching practices that will support participants with their skills and knowledge of how to remain safe in and around different water-based situations.

Who is the CPD for?

The CPD is aimed at SEQ Level 2 Swimming Teachers, SEQ Level 1 Swim Assistant and Swim Coordinators delivering the Swim England Learn to Swim Programme.

Training format

This is a 3 hour CPD delivered online via Zoom.

Course content

During this session, you will:

  • Understand how people drown
  • Define water competency
  • Identify the core aquatic skills and their importance in drowning prevention
  • Describe where water safety is taught in the Learn to Swim programme