Aquatic Therapy Shallow Pool Rescue Award (ATSPRA) ATSPRA is a supervision and rescue qualification for therapists, teachers, and support staff working on the poolside or in the water during activities (such as aquatic therapy or therapeutic exercise/play). The qualification is suitable for use in shallow pools (where a rescuer would not need to swim to perform a rescue) with water no deeper than the rescuers' chest depth. Course Content - ATSPRA Section New candidate (hours) 1 – The Teacher/therapist, risk assessment and pool safety 3 2 – Intervention, rescue and emergency action 3+ Assessment 1 Total 7+ Optional Section 3 – CPR and first aid 6 Assessment 1 Total 7 When Emergency First Aid at Work and AED training are integrated with this course the training hours are extended. Find an ATSPRA Course Near You! Click here to view all our qualifications Manage Cookie Preferences