Training Academy
Lifeguarding, first aid, and specialist training opportunities with Sport Aberdeen.
Sport Aberdeen Training Academy
Our training department is equipped to provide a variety of courses covering areas such as lifeguarding and first aid skills.
Courses are open to everyone, whether you are looking to gain a new qualification, develop your skills, support your workplace, or take the first step towards working in sport and leisure.
If you would like to apply to be a lifeguard with Sport Aberdeen, those who complete the National Pool Lifeguard Qualification course are guaranteed an interview.
For additional information about our specialised training opportunities, please contact SATraining@sportaberdeen.co.uk.
Available Courses
The Royal Life Saving Society UK – National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
The NPLQ covers all elements of pool rescue techniques, AED, anaphylaxis, lifeguarding theory, first aid and CPR. This six-day course is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times, lifting casualties and diving to the deepest part of the swimming pool. Training and assessment for the NPLQ are in three sections, and candidates must successfully pass all to attain the qualification.
Prospective candidates wishing to enrol in this course are kindly requested to undergo a mandatory prerequisite swim assessment, which incurs a fee of £30.00. Successful completion of this assessment will result in the deduction of this cost from the overall course fee.
Every candidate attending a National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) course must be 16-years-old or above at the time of taking the NPLQ final assessment and be able to:
- Jump or dive into deep water
- Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
- Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water
- Tread water for 30 seconds
- Surface dive to the floor of the pool
- Climb out unaided without a ladder or steps and where the pool design permits
If your swim assessment is successful you will be contacted by the Sport Aberdeen training team with a confirmation email containing further payment information.
First Aid
First Aid at Work is a three-day course which covers a range of CPR, AED and first aid skills, providing you with the skills to ensure a safe working environment.
The qualification is Ofqual accredited and valid for three years, making it suitable for all industries and enabling you to meet HSE requirements.
First Aid Renewal
If you have previously attended the first aid at work course and it has expired, you are eligible to attend this compressed two-day course, again covering a range of CPR, AED and first aid skills.
The qualification is Ofqual accredited and valid for a further three years, suitable for all industries and enabling you to meet HSE requirements.
Interested in training with Sport Aberdeen?
Contact the Training Academy team to ask about current courses, future dates, entry requirements, or specialist training opportunities.
