NPLQ further information
Lifeguard Course Prerequisites:
Every candidate attending a NPLQ course must be 16 years old or above at the time of taking the NPLQ final assessment and be able to:
● Jump/dive into deep water
● Swim 50 metres in less than 60 seconds
● Swim 100 metres continuously on front and back in deep water
● Tread water for 30 seconds
● Surface dive to the floor of the pool
● Climb out unaided without a ladder/steps and where the pool design permits
*Example of course times:
● Monday - Friday 08:30 - 18:00
● Saturday - Exam - 09:00 - 14:00
*Course times will be confirmed for each course.
