Gain skills and knowledge related to surf awareness, aquatic rescue operations, communication systems and equipment, and resuscitation. The SRC is a stepping stone to the full Bronze Medallion and is recommended for SLS members who wish to:
To qualify for this course you must be able to complete an unaided swim, with an overarm stroke (goggles/masks permitted) of 200 metres in five (5) minutes or less, in a swimming pool of not less than 25 metres.
The Bronze Medallion is the core award to be a surf lifesaver in Australia. As a Bronze Medallion holder, you will have the required skills and knowledge relating to surf awareness, rescue techniques, radio communication, CPR and first aid. You are responsible for patrolling the beach and ensuring that the public remain safe and may be called upon to perform rescues on the board or with the tube, as well as execute preventative actions.
This award includes and builds upon the SLSA Surf Rescue Certificate, and it is the prerequisite award for many other SLS pathway awards.
To qualify for this course, you must be able complete an unaided swim, with an overarm stroke (goggles/masks permitted) of 400 metres in nine (9) minutes or less, in a swimming pool of not less than 25 metres.
Discover the various pathways of lifesaving you can take.
There are a number of pathways available to you at Surf Life Saving Queensland. These pathways are to help guide you in your search for new skills and challenges. They will connect you with others on the same journey that just might lead to forming life-long friendships.
Courses are delivered on behalf of Surf Life Saving Queensland (SLSQ), a Registered Training Organisation (RTO) (RTO ID: 2804)
