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  • Committed to supporting our lifesaving and lifeguarding communities through COVID-19 (coronavirus)

Committed to supporting our lifesaving and lifeguarding communities through COVID-19 (coronavirus)

  • Free, online ongoing training carrying CPD points, for all National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) holders
  • Member benefits including heavily discounted EduCare training for skill and CV development (in partnership with Creative Sport & Leisure)
  • All qualifications due to expire between 16/03/20 – 30/06/20 extended by three months 
  • Development of clear guidance and support to help all ATC/Ps once the industry opens back up
  • Health & Safety guidance and best practice advice for Trainers, Assessors, Instructors and Clubs
  • Free, downloadable water safety resources for Rookie Lifeguards during school closures
  • Increased social media activity across all channels inc. fun, interactive well-being challenges 
  • High standards and response times for incoming enquiries
  • Regular, digital communications and updates 
  • Messages from our President, Mark Smith and CEO, Robert Gofton 
  • Uninterrupted customer service 
  • Lifesavers magazine (distributed May 2020) packed with good news stories from across our lifesaving community and leisure industry
  • Guidance for Trainer Assessors and Instructors wishing to deliver training remotely
  • Discounted Level 3 Award in Education and Training (AET), (in partnership with Active IQ)
  • A fantastic series of short videos, William Henry Lectures where members share lifesaving teachings.
  • Lifesaver – Lifechanger a four-module, online Water Safety Toolkit aimed at giving families the confidence to be in, on and around the water.

Published: 31st March, 2020

Updated: 1st May, 2020

Author: Teri Youl

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