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Specialist Aquatic Industry Courses

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Specialist Aquatic Industry Courses

Aquatic Inflatable Devices

This course equips candidates with the knowledge and skills to safely manage and maintain aquatic inflatable equipment, ensuring compliance with industry standards and recognised best practices. It is recommended for staff responsible for the management, operation and maintenance of aquatic inflatables. 

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About this course

The course focus is the design and implementation of the systems of safe work required to manage aquatic inflatable devices in line with recognised standards. Content includes aquatic inflatable inspections, safe set up/set down, supervision planning and record keeping.

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Course summary
Course information

Successful completion of this course will result in the award of the following units:

  • SISCAQU030 Monitor and maintain inflatable aquatic equipment
Hydrotherapy Rescue Award

This course is designed for practitioners working in hydrotherapy and aquatic rehabilitation environments, including hospitals, aged care, community health and rehabilitation settings. It supports safer aquatic environments for both practitioners and patients by building capability in rescue response, patient extraction, basic life support and incident management relevant to hydrotherapy practice.

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The course provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills required to manage emergencies in hydrotherapy pools and related aquatic treatment environments. 

It covers key principles of aquatic rescue, safe extraction techniques, emergency response, and the responsibilities of staff working in settings where clients may present with a range of physical or medical support needs.

Course outline

Successful completion of this course will result in the award of the following units:

  • HLTAID009 Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation

Participants will also gain:

  • Greater confidence to support safer outcomes for clients and staff in hydrotherapy and aquatic rehabilitation settings
Aquatic Risk Awareness

This course equips candidates with the knowledge and skills to safely manage and respond to aquatic emergencies in line with industry standards and recognised best practices. Originally designed for Ambulance Victoria personnel, it is recommended for those that are exposed to aquatic risk through the course of their work.  

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The course focus includes ensuring those exposed to aquatic risk during their employment/activities have the skills and knowledge to protect themselves and those they have a duty of care for. Theory and practical content includes aquatic environments, planning, personnel transfer, chain of command, rescue techniques, and self-survival.

Course information

Successful completion of this course will result in the award of the following certificate:

  • Life Saving Victoria - Aquatic Risk Awareness