Description
This nationally recognised training incorporates the following Units of Competence:
- SISCAQU020 Perform Water Rescue
- SISFFIT038 Plan group water-based exercise sessions
- SISFFIT039 Instruct group water-based exercise sessions
- SISFFIT048 Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective water-based activity
- HLTWHS001 Participate in Workplace Health and Safety
Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
- Plan and teach aqua fitness classes for the general population taking into consideration the hydrodynamic principles of the water
- Modify their classes to accommodate special populations
- Understand when they need to refer their clients to an allied health professional
- Perform water rescues
- Identify and manage any risks associated with teaching in this environment
- Participate in safe work practices to ensure their own health and safety, and that of others
Self-Paced/Blended Learning
Included in your registration:
- AEA Aquatic Fitness Professional Manual (7th Edition) e-book
- 10 hours virtual lectures
- Online learning platform
- Online support
- Statement of Attainment
Duration
All skill set requirements must be completed within 6 months
A Statement of Attainment will be issued once all assessment requirements have been met
To apply for a 3-month extension, please go to https://www.activetraining.net.au/extension
Unique Student Identifier (USI)
Students must obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI) prior to enrolling in this course. Please visit https://www.usi.gov.au/ for more information
Course Accreditation
This skill set is nationally recognised and accredited with the following fitness industry associations:
- AusActive 20 CEC’s
- RepsNZ 12.5 CEC’s
Delivery Mode
Self-Paced/Blended Learning:
Recorded lectures, online learning, self-paced learning and teaching practice under supervision
Pre-Requisites
HLTAID011 Provide First Aid
Physical Requirements
All students will be required to:
- Participate in several aqua fitness sessions
- Have swimming skills which enable you to perform a swimming rescue tow for a minimum of 10 metres and dive to the bottom of the pool
- Demonstrate exercises on pool deck for a minimum of four repetitions
- Competently manoeuvre yourself down to the floor and back up again to demonstrate exercises and pool rescue techniques
Assessment
Assessments include practical and written components and are competency based.
All students are required to:
- Complete a minimum of three 30 minute aqua fitness sessions under the supervision of an appropriately qualified aqua fitness instructor
- Complete written assessments online (Online support is available via email education@aquafitnessonline.com and zoom calls can be arranged to help with any queries)
Practical assessments are completed via video submission.
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