Entry to the qualification will assessed through centre interview and the candidate will normally be expected to hold the Level 3 Certificate in Teaching Swimming and Aquatic Programmes (or be given exemption).
The requirements include:
• | Learners must be at least 18 years of age at the time of registration for the qualification | |||
• | Hold any of: | |||
o | Swim England Level 2 Teaching Swimming or equivalent | |||
o | STA Level 2 Certificate in Teaching Swimming or equivalent | |||
• | Must hold Level 3 academic qualifications (equivalent or higher) | |||
• | Must currently be or previously lead a learn-to-swim programme to complete the elements of the modules | |||
• | Have literacy and numeracy to at least Level 2 to function on this programme | |||
• | Referees from the employer (or equivalent) are positive and demonstrate teaching is recognised to be of a quality standard | |||
• | The learner must demonstrate the intellectual capability to study and ability to produce a portfolio of evidence. |