{"product_id":"231833-sta-level-2-safety-award-for-teachers-near-chichester-october-2026","title":"231833 - STA Level 2 Safety Award for Teachers near Chichester - October 2026","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSTA Level 2 Safety Award for Teachers\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEssential lifesaving skills, with practical training and personal support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild the skills and confidence to help keep people safe during swimming activities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for those aged \u003cstrong\u003e14 and over\u003c\/strong\u003e who are involved in teaching or supervising swimming, this course covers rescue skills, CPR, first aid and relevant legislation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCombine a convenient \u003cstrong\u003etwilight online theory session\u003c\/strong\u003e with practical training at \u003cstrong\u003eOakwood School, near Chichester, West Sussex\u003c\/strong\u003e, supported throughout by \u003cstrong\u003eLynn Goring-Crook\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWho is this course for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis qualification is suitable for people involved in teaching or supervising swimming, including:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwimming teachers and coaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSchool teachers responsible for supervising swimming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClub helpers and aquatic helpers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you need a lifesaving qualification for a particular role, check with your employer that this award meets their requirements. We’re happy to help you understand whether the course is right for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat will you learn?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will develop your knowledge and practical skills in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWater rescues, including responding to suspected spinal injuries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCPR.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst aid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRelevant legislation and responsibilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur aim is to help you understand what to do, why it matters and how to put your skills into practice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat will the learning be like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour course begins with a \u003cstrong\u003etwilight theory session in our interactive online classroom\u003c\/strong\u003e. Through clear explanations, discussion and activities, we’ll help you prepare for your practical training.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will then join us at \u003cstrong\u003eOakwood School\u003c\/strong\u003e to develop your CPR, first aid and pool rescue skills, with guidance and feedback from your tutor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExpect purposeful learning, plenty of encouragement and some fun along the way. We want you to feel comfortable asking questions and supported as you practise.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSupport from start to finish\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour tutor, \u003cstrong\u003eLynn Goring-Crook\u003c\/strong\u003e, will guide you through the course with clear explanations, encouragement and constructive feedback.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt The Skills Surgery and The Swim Surgery, our learner support begins before your course and continues afterwards. From working through a question during your course to discussing your next steps, we want you to feel supported as you develop your skills and career.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCourse details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOnline theory date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 October 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheory time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.30pm–9.30pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheory venue:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Swim Surgery Online Interactive Classroom, via Zoom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical and multiple-choice exam date:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 October 2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9am–1pm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePractical venue:\u003c\/strong\u003e Oakwood School, Chichester, PO18 9AN\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTutor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lynn Goring-Crook\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease attend both sessions in full to meet the course attendance requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eYour theory exam\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExam date: 4 October 2026\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou will complete your multiple-choice theory exam \u003cstrong\u003eon paper during the practical session\u003c\/strong\u003e, with \u003cstrong\u003e25 minutes to complete it\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease bring a \u003cstrong\u003eblue or black pen\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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