National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) Course

From line throws to CPR you’ll learn fantastic skills during your NPLQ course that you can use throughout your life.

The course is a six-day intensive course - Monday to Sunday (no attendance on Saturday) 9:00am to 5:30pm.

There is an ongoing assessment through the week, where you will be assessed on attitude, communication skills, teamwork and performance.

On the final day there is a 3 hour assessment. It is broken down into 3 sections - 1 hour for each section.

Section 1, The Lifeguard, Swimming Pool and Supervision (multiple choice questionnaire)

Section 2, Intervention, Rescue and Emergency Action plan (practical)

Section 3, Cardiopulmonary, Resuscitation and First Aid (practical).

You must achieve all the sections to qualify. If you fail a section you will then have 28 days to retake that particular section.

Candidates must:

Be competent swimmers and physically fit

Be able to swim 100 metres on front and back

Be able to swim 50 metres within 60 seconds

Be able to climb out of the pool un-aided

Have good eyesight and hearing

Be able to surface dive to the deepest part of the pool

Be 16+ years before the start of the course

The course costs £300 and needs to be paid one month before the course start date.

To register interest please email gareth.gloyn@lincsinspire.com or call (01472) 323200

Various start dates, please check the website for further information.