New South Wales

Beach Lifeguard courses in New South Wales

Browse courses recommended for aspiring beach lifeguard in New South Wales NSW.

Courses for beginners

There are 6 courses available in New South Wales New South Wales for beginner learners with no prior experience or qualifications.

HLTAID010

Provide Basic Emergency Life Support
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Half day - 2 days
$0 - $90
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Volunteer Ambulance Driver Childcare Assistant
Support Worker Personal Care Assistant Education Support Officer Personal Trainer Beach Lifeguard Pool Lifeguard
+ 6 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
First Aider Volunteer Ambulance Driver Childcare Assistant Support Worker Personal Care Assistant Education Support Officer Personal Trainer Beach Lifeguard Pool Lifeguard + 6 more
PUA20119

Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue)
Blended
2 days
$295
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Lifeguard Safety Officer Beach Lifeguard
Safety Attendant Pool Supervisor
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Lifeguard Safety Officer Beach Lifeguard Safety Attendant Pool Supervisor + 2 more
PUA30319

Certificate III in Public Safety (Aquatic Search and Rescue)
Blended
2 days
$100
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Lifeguard Emergency Services Officer (ESO) Beach Lifeguard
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Pool Lifeguard Emergency Services Officer (ESO) Beach Lifeguard
PUASAR022

Participate in a Rescue Operation
On Campus, Traineeship
1 day - 2 days
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Firefighter Emergency Services Officer (ESO) Paramedic
Beach Lifeguard Safety Officer Australian Defence Force Medic
+ 3 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Firefighter Emergency Services Officer (ESO) Paramedic Beach Lifeguard Safety Officer Australian Defence Force Medic + 3 more
SISCAQU020

Perform Water Rescues
Blended
1 day
$110
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Swimming Instructor Pool Lifeguard Beach Lifeguard
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Swimming Instructor Pool Lifeguard Beach Lifeguard
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Courses for experienced learners

There are no courses available in New South Wales New South Wales for experienced learners with prior experience or qualifications.

Key questions

How can I become a beach lifeguard?

To become a beach lifeguard in New South Wales, you may want to consider completing the Provide Basic Emergency Life Support. This qualification will equip you with the skills and knowledge necessary for a career in this industry.

Are there training providers in New South Wales?

You can train to become a beach lifeguard by completing a qualification with Institute of Health and Nursing Australia or MADEC. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.

What study modes are available?

There are several campuses within the New South Wales area that provide beach lifeguard training. The nearest campus is located right in the center of New South Wales. You can also study a beach lifeguard course through online, traineeship learning. Find a course provider that best suits your study needs.

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