
SWIM ENGLAND LEVEL 1 ASSISTANT (TEACHING)
The SEQ Level 1 Swimming Assistant (Teaching) Qualification is a practical qualification to start your career in swimming. It will give you the skills needed to become an assistant swimming teacher.
LEVEL 1 ASSISTANT (TEACHING) OVERVIEW
Duration
This course takes place over 4 days, usually on weekends or during half term holidays.
We also offer the same course across 8 shorter evenings during term times.
Content
You will learn about:
The legal aspects of assisting in swimming lessons
The responsibilities of a Swimming Assistant
The swimming pathway, fundamental movement, core aquatic skills and component parts of strokes
Scientific principles of swimming
What makes up a lesson plan, equipment and communications skills
How to identify anxiety and use of motivational techniques
The type of assistance you can provide
Identify your next career steps.
By the end of this course, you will be able to assist a qualified Level 2 swimming teacher.
Entry Requirements
You must be 16 years or older on the first day of the course.
Assessment
This course requires you to complete.
Theoretical questions
Observation record
Review record
This qualification is not graded. You will either pass or be referred.
Next Steps
Once qualified you will be able to progress onto your Level 2 Swim Teaching course.