National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches - Seventh Edition Courses in Cheltenham
The National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) – Seventh Edition is an official Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS-UK) qualification. It’s designed for swimming teachers, coaches, and instructors who supervise or lead structured aquatic sessions such as swimming lessons. This nationally recognised certification helps ensure the highest level of pool safety and emergency preparedness in line with modern RLSS standards
About the Award
The NRASTC equips aquatic professionals with essential supervision, rescue, and first-aid capabilities. It’s ideal for pools deeper than standing height or where the venue risk assessment requires a safety-qualified responder. Training blends classroom learning with practical pool scenarios so you can apply skills immediately.
Who is this for?
- Swimming teachers and assistant teachers
- Swim coaches and aqua-aerobics instructors
- School staff supporting swimming lessons
- Club volunteers and private aquatic instructors
Course Overview
This RLSS-accredited course mixes theory with hands-on pool practice to prepare you for real-world situations.
- The role of the teacher and safe supervision
- Pool and class management
- Intervention and rescue techniques
- Emergency action planning
- Emergency First Aid & CPR
- Practical pool-based drills and assessment preparation
Outcome: RLSS UK NRASTC Certificate (valid for 2 years), issued on successful assessment.
Book Your PlaceEntry Requirements
- Be 16+ on the final day of the course
- Swim 50 metres on front and back
- Be confident in deep water
- Surface dive to the deepest part of the pool (1.85 m at this venue)
- Tread water for 30 seconds
- Climb out unaided without steps or ladders (where pool design allows)
Accessibility or learning needs? Tell us in advance so we can support you.
Book Your PlaceCertification and Renewal
- Awarding Body: Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS-UK)
- Assessment: Final-day practical and theory assessments with an RLSS-approved assessor
- Validity: 2 years from the date of assessment
- Renewal: Attend an NRASTC renewal course before expiry
- Included: RLSS UK Candidate Manual, registration & certification, pool sessions, First Aid & CPR training, final assessment
Venue and Essentials
Location: Dean Close School, Cheltenham - classroom and pool on-site, free parking.
Bring: Swimwear and two towels; T-shirt/shorts for in-water practice; notebook & pen; water bottle, lunch, snacks; photo ID (passport or driving licence).
- Please arrive 10 minutes early for registration
- Full attendance is required across both training days
- Small groups for personalised instruction
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