OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in National Rescue for Swimming Teachers and Coaches LIGHT (NRASTC LIGHT) – Master Essential Rescue Skills
The OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in National Rescue for Swimming Teachers and Coaches LIGHT (NRASTC LIGHT) is a specialised qualification designed to provide swimming teachers and coaches with essential rescue knowledge suited to controlled aquatic environments. Awarded by OSHAA, this programme focuses on practical and role-relevant rescue skills that align with the responsibilities of teaching and coaching in swimming pools where risk levels are lower but safety awareness is still critical.
This course combines theoretical understanding with hands-on practical training to build confidence in managing light rescue situations. Participants learn key aspects of pool safety, hazard identification, risk prevention, and emergency response procedures appropriate to lesson-based and coaching environments. The curriculum emphasises proactive safety management, clear communication, and effective decision-making to ensure a safe and supportive experience for all pool users.
The OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in NRASTC LIGHT is ideal for swimming teachers and coaches working with small groups, beginners, or controlled facilities. It strengthens professional competence by developing skills in basic rescue techniques, casualty assessment, and post-incident care, while promoting teamwork and coordination during emergencies. On completion, participants are well equipped to handle poolside incidents confidently, maintain high safety standards, and contribute positively to safe and professional aquatic education settings.
OSHAA 30-Hours Professional Diploma in National Rescue for Swimming Teachers and Coaches LIGHT (NRASTC LIGHT)
Study Units
Learning Outcomes
Introduction to the Role of Swimming Teachers and Coaches in Light Aquatic Rescue (3 Hours)
- Understand the specific responsibilities of swimming teachers and coaches in light rescue scenarios
- Recognise the importance of their role in maintaining aquatic safety
- Identify key rescue skills relevant to controlled pool environments
Basic Principles of Pool Safety and Risk Management (3 Hours)
- Apply fundamental safety concepts to pool environments
- Conduct basic risk assessments to identify potential hazards
- Implement effective strategies to minimise risks during aquatic activities
Identifying and Preventing Hazards in Controlled Aquatic Environments (4 Hours)
- Identify common hazards specific to controlled pool settings
- Develop and apply preventive measures to ensure participant safety
- Maintain a safe aquatic environment through proactive hazard management
Fundamental Rescue Techniques for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (5 Hours)
- Demonstrate essential rescue skills suitable for light aquatic rescue situations
- Execute safe and effective casualty extrication and water rescue techniques
- Adapt rescue methods based on situational needs and casualty condition
Casualty Recognition and Immediate Response Procedures (3 Hours)
- Identify signs of distress and injury in aquatic casualties
- Perform immediate response actions to stabilise casualties
- Prioritise interventions according to casualty severity and urgency
Basic Spinal Injury Awareness and Management (4 Hours)
- Recognise potential spinal injuries in pool-based emergencies
- Apply fundamental spinal injury management techniques
- Minimise risk of further harm during casualty handling and extraction
Effective Communication and Teamwork in Pool Rescue Situations (3 Hours)
- Communicate clearly and efficiently during rescue operations
- Collaborate effectively with team members for coordinated responses
- Engage emergency services appropriately during incidents
Post-Rescue Care and Reporting Procedures (3 Hours)
- Provide appropriate aftercare to rescued individuals
- Complete accurate and timely incident reports
- Reflect on rescue incidents to support ongoing safety improvements
Legal and Ethical Considerations in Aquatic Rescue (2 Hours)
- Understand relevant legal requirements and ethical principles in aquatic rescue
- Apply professional standards and maintain confidentiality during rescue situations
- Make informed decisions aligned with legal and ethical frameworks
- Provides participants with essential rescue skills tailored for controlled aquatic environments
- Enhances ability to identify and prevent hazards in swimming pool settings
- Develops confidence in performing fundamental rescue techniques safely and effectively
- Improves awareness and management of spinal injuries in aquatic incidents
- Strengthens communication and teamwork during emergency responses
- Ensures understanding of legal and ethical responsibilities related to aquatic rescue
- Supports prompt and appropriate casualty recognition and immediate care
- Equips participants to complete accurate post-rescue documentation and reporting
- Promotes a proactive approach to safety within swim teaching and coaching roles
- Awards a recognised qualification that advances professional standing and career development
- Participants working as swimming teachers and coaches in controlled pool environments
- Aquatic instructors seeking foundational rescue skills for lower-risk settings
- Poolside staff responsible for supervision and emergency response during swimming lessons
- Participants aiming to meet safety and rescue standards specific to teaching and coaching roles
- Individuals looking to enhance their professional qualifications in aquatic safety with a focused rescue course
- Participants committed to maintaining a safe learning environment for swimmers of all levels
- Those seeking a practical, streamlined rescue qualification suited to their working environment
