Member Coordinated Pathway
In this pathway you manage and coordinate your own training. You can complete the electives you want, in the time frame you choose, and at locations and dates that suit you.
When a course is open, it is up to you to book yourself into the training. Your Club Chief Instructor can assist you.
Who
Any current financial Surf Live Saving Member.
Cost
The cost of this pathway is $159 PLUS the cost of each award and qualification gained.
ELECTIVE OPTIONS
This following graphic shows two common elective options, the Pool Lifeguard option, and the Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB). If you wish to complete a different elective pattern, please contact Member Education.
Process
1. You identify the courses you want to do and book yourself in.
2. Attend your training courses and pass all assessments.
3. When complete, submit your training to SLSSA by filling out this form HERE
4. SLSSA check you’ve completed all requirements.
5. We issue you with your official certificate and update your profile in Surfguard.
Requirements
Please note:
· You must hold a Bronze Medallion (BM) gained at a surf club. BMs gained at a non-surf organisation do not meet the requirements and cannot be accepted.
If you gained your Bronze Medallion interstate, please check if the PUA20119 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) was issued alongside the Bronze Award. If not, you may be required to do some Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Please contact the Member Ed team to discuss.
Apply for your certificate
When you have completed all the Surf Life Saving courses that form the Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search & Rescue) please use this form to submit your training records to SLSSA.
Tip: You must have completed all 5 core units and 6 elective units. Please check the form for details.
If you gained a unit or award with an organisation other than SLSSA, please provide a copy of your certificate when submitting your form.
What happens once YOU’ve submitted the form?
Your submission will be reviewed by Member Education staff.
Once approved, you will be sent a link for payment. Payment can be made via the online link or over the phone.
Once payment has been received, you will be sent your certificate.
If you are using this qualification for your SACE, give the certificate to your school’s VET Coordinator.
For support to complete the form, please email: member.ed@surflifesavingsa.com.au