ADVANCED LIFESAVING
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advanced Resuscitation Techniques
What is it?
The Advanced Resuscitation Techniques course prepares you to take charge in critical situations and provide a higher level of emergency care. You'll become equipped with the skills and knowledge to perform advanced life support, including oxygen administration, airway management and defibrillation, as well as manage severe bleeding.
Where can it lead?
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What are the requirements?
Minimum age of 15
Provide First Aid HLTAID011
Will I need to get wet?
No
This could suit you if you are:
Approachable and friendly
Calm in emergency situations
Able to work in a team environment
Silver Medallion Patrol Captain
What is it?
The Silver Medallion Patrol Captain course prepares experienced members for beach management roles. You'll develop the leadership, decision-making, confidence, and skills needed to lead a patrol team, manage the beach, and respond effectively in challenging conditions.
Where can it lead?
This can support progression into broader club and operational leadership roles.
What are the requirements?
Minimum age of 18
Hold a SLSA Bronze Medallion and currently hold a patrolling award
Have two years of patrolling experience
Will I need to get wet?
Yes
This could suit you if you are:
Approachable and friendly
Calm in emergency situations
Confident in and around water
Able to work in a team environment
Experienced in leadership and mentoring
silver medallion aquatic Rescue (SMAR)
What is it?
The Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue (SMAR) course develops the advanced practical skills and knowledge needed to take part in search and rescue operations. Through hands-on scenarios, you’ll gain experience in preparation activities and recovery and stand-down procedures while working at heights and in challenging, fast-paced emergency environments.
Where can it lead?
This can lead to further search and rescue and Emergency Operations opportunities.
What are the requirements?
Minimum age of 16
Hold a SLSA Bronze Medallion
Complete a 400m swim in 8 minutes or less in a swimming pool
Comfortable jumping from heights, such as a jetty
Will I need to get wet?
Yes
This could suit you if you are:
Calm in emergency situations
Confident in and around water
Able to work in a team environment
A good problem-solver
Ready to start your journey?
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Contact us
If you have any further inquiries, please feel free to reach out to us via slssa.reception@surflifesavingsa.com.au or by calling 8354 6900 during office hours.