RLSS lifeguard courses
Sport & Exercise offer a number of RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification courses throughout the year.
The RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) is the most awarded lifeguard qualification in the United Kingdom and Ireland and is also internationally recognised. The NPLQ is an excellent starting point for anyone looking for a career in the leisure industry.
The NPLQ course is a minimum of 36 hours long followed by a practical assessment on pool lifeguard theory, pool rescue, first aid and CPR. Courses are available to both students and non-students.
For more information and course content visit http://www.rlss.org.uk/professional-qualifications/national-pool-lifeguard-qualification/
2022/23 NPLQ course dates:
| Course | Course dates and times | Location | Price | Booking info |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) |
Monday 2 to Friday 6 from 8:30am to 5pm and Saturday 7 January from 11am to 5:30pm |
St Leonard's Land Swimming Pool |
Students: £240 Non-students: £260 |
Please note all bookings should now be made online using the above links. If you have any questions please email pool.duty.managers@ed.ac.uk