Royal Life Saving Western Australia

SISSS00133

Pool Lifeguard Skill Set

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET) The SISSS00133 Pool Lifeguard Skill Set is the industry-standard qualification required to work as a professional lifeguard in Australian aquatic facilities. This training equips you with essential skills in patron supervision, accident prevention, and emergency response, including water rescues and advanced resuscitation. Beyond life-saving expertise, the course develops valuable professional qualities such as risk management, effective communication, and conflict resolution, providing a strong foundation for a career in the sport and recreation sector.

Delivery mode

Royal Life Saving Western Australia offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • 12 McGillivray Road, Mount Claremont WA 6010, Australia, WA

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $370 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Royal Life Saving Western Australia.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 4 Days
Estimated fee* $370 $0

Career opportunities

The Pool Lifeguard Skill Set will prepare you for the following roles.

Pool Lifeguard

A Pool Lifeguard ensure public safety at a swimming pool facility. You’ll conduct patrols around the pool area and monitor the water for people exp...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Duty Manager

A Duty Manager supervises a shift at a restaurant, bar or other hospitality venue. You’ll ensure operations are running smoothly and deal with any...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Swimming Instructor

A Swimming Instructor provides instruction and coaching to people learning to swim. You’ll work with swimmers of all abilities from young children...

Avg yearly income $60,996
Entry barriers Low

About Royal Life Saving Western Australia

Royal Life Saving WA is a non-profit organisation dedicated to empowering the community to enjoy the water safely through drowning prevention leadership, education, and action. Choosing to enrol with Royal Life Saving WA allows you to learn from a trusted non-profit with over 130 years of experience in water safety and drowning prevention. By joining their programmes, such as "Swim and Survive" or vital First Aid and CPR training, you gain life-saving skills backed by evidence-based research. Enrolling not only empowers you to enjoy the water safely but also supports a community-focused mission to build a more resilient, water-loving Western Australia.
Operating since 2019
Legal name The Royal Life Saving Society Western Australia
RTO code 0854