Qualification Outline
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Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation
Certificate III in Aquatics and Community Recreation
SIS31015
AWN8
Replaced
Transition (Replaced)
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.00 | 04/04/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 2.00 | 07/12/2015 | Replaced | Approved |
| 1.00 | 03/09/2015 | Replaced | Pending |
Description
This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work in aquatic facilities or environments, and recreation facilities. These individuals are competent in a range of activities and functions requiring autonomous work within a defined range of situations and activities.
This qualification provides a pathway to work as a swimming teacher, pool lifeguard, or recreation leader.
Possible job titles include:
swimming teacher
pool lifeguard
recreation leader.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Schedule
Packaging Rules
Fourteen (14) units must be completed:- five (5) core units
- nine (9) elective units, consisting of:
- three (3) units in Group A
- remaining units to make up the required nine (9) elective units from Group A or Group B; maximum of two (2) units from elsewhere in SIS Training Package, or any other current Training Package or accredited course.
The selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the complexity of skills appropriate to the AQF level of this qualification.
1. Core Units
All five (5) units must be completed.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AVD28 | SISXCAI003 | Conduct non-instructional sport, fitness or recreation sessions | 60 | Unit of competency |
| AVC99 | SISXRES002 | Educate user groups | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVD22 | SISXCCS001 | Provide quality service | 25 | Unit of competency |
| AVD17 | SISXEMR001 | Respond to emergency situations | 15 | Unit of competency |
| AVD06 | SISXIND001 | Work effectively in sport, fitness and recreation environments | 40 | Unit of competency |
2. Group A Essential Imported Units
At least three (3) unit must be chosen from Group A.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| D9187 | SFICOMP205B | Communicate effectively in cross-cultural environments | 20 | Unit of competency |
| AUI64 | BSBRSK401 | Identify risk and apply risk management processes | 40 | Unit of competency |
| AUJ68 | BSBWOR301 | Organise personal work priorities and development | 30 | Unit of competency |
| OCD30 | HLTAID011 | Provide First Aid | 18 | Unit of competency |
3. Group B General Elective Units
Up to six (6) units may be chosen from Group B.
Please refer to the packaging rules for the full details of available options.
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| J758 | SIS30113 | Certificate III in Aquatics | Qualification |
| J759 | SIS30213 | Certificate III in Community Activity Programs | Qualification |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| BIO1 | SIS30122 | Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation | Qualification |
No information
Entry Requirements
There are no entry requirements for this qualification.
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