Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Aquatics
Certificate III in Aquatics
SIS30113
J758
Replaced
Replaced
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.00 | 14/12/2013 | Current | Approved |
Description
This qualification provides the skills and knowledge for an individual to be competent in a range of activities and functions requiring autonomous work within a defined range of situations and activities in an aquatic setting. Qualification outcomes will depend on the specialisation chosen and include swimming teaching, pool lifeguard and pool operations. Work would be undertaken in locations such as aquatic facilities or environments, and indoor recreation facilities under some supervision.
Job Roles
The following are indicative job roles for this qualification:
aquatic operator
pool lifeguard
swimming teacher.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Sixteen (16) units must be completed:- nine (9) core units
- seven (7) elective units, consisting of:
- all the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C
- the remaining to make up the required seven (7) elective units from General Electives; up to two (2) of these remaining units may be selected elsewhere in SIS10 or any current accredited course or other Training Package, and must be first packaged at AQF level 2, 3, or 4.
In all cases, elective units must relate to the core function or role of the candidate's current or intended work environment, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).
1. Core Units
All nine (9) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| S8084 | BSBWOR301B | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| D6150 | SISCAQU202A | Perform basic water rescues | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D6182 | SISXCCS201A | Provide customer service | 10 | Unit of competency |
| WG732 | HLTAID003 | Provide first aid | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6204 | SISXRES301A | Provide public education on the use of resources | 25 | Unit of competency |
| D6186 | SISXEMR201A | Respond to emergency situations | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D6154 | SISCAQU306A | Supervise clients at an aquatic facility or environment | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6211 | SISXRSK301A | Undertake risk analysis of activities | 15 | Unit of competency |
| D6194 | SISXIND101A | Work effectively in sport and recreation environments | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Aquatic Technical Operations
All the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C to be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6153 | SISCAQU305A | Implement aquatic facility plant and equipment maintenance program | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6149 | SISCAQU201A | Monitor pool water quality | 10 | Unit of competency |
| D6151 | SISCAQU303A | Operate aquatic facility plant and equipment | 20 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B - Pool Lifeguard
All the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C to be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D3650 | PUAEME003C | Administer oxygen in an emergency situation | 15 | Unit of competency |
| WI681 | SISCAQU318 | Perform advanced water rescues | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D2877 | PUAEME001B | Provide emergency care | 30 | Unit of competency |
4. Group C - Swimming Teacher
All the units in any one (1) of Groups A to C to be completed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D6171 | SISCCRO302A | Apply legal and ethical instructional skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6157 | SISCAQU309A | Instruct clients in water safety and survival skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6158 | SISCAQU310A | Instruct swimming strokes | 20 | Unit of competency |
| D6156 | SISCAQU308A | Instruct water familiarisation, buoyancy and mobility skills | 20 | Unit of competency |
5. General Elective Units
The remaining units to make up the required seven (7) elective units may be chosen from the general elective units listed.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| D429 | SIS30110 | Certificate III in Aquatics | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWN8 | SIS31015 | Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation | Qualification |
VET Info Notes
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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