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Lifeguard Qualification (2 cr)

Code: SLW064-3008

General information


Enrollment

12.04.2021 - 25.04.2021

Timing

01.01.2022 - 31.05.2022

Number of ECTS credits allocated

2 op

Mode of delivery

Contact teaching

Unit

Business

Teaching languages

  • Finnish

Teachers

  • Niko Kuusela

Groups

  • VAPVAL2022
    VAPVAL2022

Objective

The students know how to act safely in different rescue events and situations and can work safely in such situations.

Content

The lifeguard course is aimed at those working as swimming pool attendants or those intending to become lifeguards. The aim of the course is to provide basic information and skills in life-saving, customer service and the role of rescuer at the swimming pool.

Evaluation scale

0 - 5

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

PASS/FAIL. Based on the regulations of the Finnish Swimming Teaching and Life-Saving Federation.

Prerequisites

Good swimming skill = Able to swim 500 meters around 12 minutes. Able to dive 2 meters deep couple times in a row and able to dive under the water around 12-15 meters without any major problems (SUH, 2021).