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    National code: SISSS00135

    Aqua Exercise Instruction

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    OverviewAbout this course

    Build the skills to lead safe and enjoyable group water workouts. Learn first aid, water rescue and workplace safety. Take your first step into the fitness industry or enhance your skills as an aqua exercise instructor.

    OutcomesWhat you'll gain

    Learning outcomes

    Through a mixture of theory and practical course work, learn to:

    • plan and lead water-based group exercise classes

    • use your knowledge of the human body to design safe and effective exercises

    • perform water rescues

    • provide first aid

    • follow work health and safety requirements.

    Course outcomes

    Gain practical experience and develop specialist skills that give you an advantage in the job market.

    • A Statement of Attainment in Aqua Exercise Instruction.

    • Credit towards the Certificate III in Fitness.

    • A pathway to further study in fitness and personal training.

    SuitabilityIs this course right for you?

    Entry requirements

    Some courses require evidence of previous experience or study before you can enrol.

    • There are no entry requirements for this qualification. You can enrol today.

    Entry recommendations

    To be prepared for this course, we recommend that you have:

    • the ability to swim freestyle or another stroke for at least 50 metres

    • the ability to tread water for at least one minute

    • a passion for sport, wellness and teaching others

    • an interest in working with people and providing customer service

    • appropriate swimwear, sunscreen and hat

    • access to a computer with a reliable internet connection

    • the ability to organise your own transport from your TAFE NSW campus to a local pool.

    We tailor our courses to meet local community needs, so some campuses may have extra entry requirements. Check your preferred location for details. Need help preparing? Contact us for support.

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    PathwaysFuture career and study options

    Career pathways

    Our graduates go onto roles like: aqua exercise instructor.

    Study pathways

    Take your study further with other courses offered at TAFE NSW:

    Previous study0 Courses

    Begin here to gain experience and confidence in this study area.

    The Aqua Exercise Instruction does not have any pre-requisite courses.

    Further study3 Courses

    Advance your skills to take your career to the next level

    Related study0 Courses

    Strengthen your expertise and gain specialist skills to expand your employability.

    The Aqua Exercise Instruction does not have any related courses.

    Your experience counts

    At TAFE NSW, we recognise your previous study and work experience. You can apply for recognition of prior learning or a credit transfer with any of our courses. If you're successful you'll get your qualification faster.

    UnitsUnits taught in this course

    Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.

    • Plan group water-based exercise sessionsSISFFIT038

    • Use anatomy and physiology knowledge to support safe and effective water-based exerciseSISFFIT048

    • Instruct group water-based exercise sessionsSISFFIT039

    • Perform water rescuesSISCAQU020

    TAFE NSW servicesFacilities and support

    TAFE NSW provides support services across all campus locations and online. Whatever your needs or circumstances, we have the people, resources, counselling and facilities to support you in focusing on your studies.

    • TAFE NSW Disability Support Service

    • TAFE NSW Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) support

    • TAFE NSW Aboriginal Support; Learner support (ABE)

    • TAFE NSW Careers, Counselling and Pathways Service

    • TAFE NSW Libraries

    • Scholarship programs - be supported as you explore your talents and fulfil your potential

    • Read&Write literacy and study support software is available free for all TAFE NSW students to use while studying on campus and at home

    • LinkedIn Learning - an online resource which offers innovative courses and tutorials to improve your personal and professional skills

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