National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
Enhance Your Emergency Response Skills with Our NRASTC Training
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Why Choose the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) Course?
The ER-Pool qualification is essential for any facility staff member who may need to assist in emergencies within a swimming pool setting. Here are some key benefits:
Effective Emergency Response
Equip yourself with the skills necessary to respond swiftly and efficiently to emergencies, ensuring the safety of all pool users.
Support for Lifeguards
This qualification is a valuable addition to the lifeguard team, providing backup during incidents and improving overall facility safety.
Foundation for Future Training
Completing the National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) course serves as a strong foundation for those looking to pursue the RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification.
Designed for Shallow Pools
The programme is specifically tailored for use in smaller pools with a depth of no greater than 1.5m, making it suitable for health clubs, hotel pools, and therapeutic settings.
Course Syllabus
National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
Understanding poolside supervision and management.
Techniques for intervention and emergency action.
First aid procedures relevant to aquatic therapy and shallow pool settings.
Emergency response protocols for pool environments.
Practical rescue techniques without requiring swimming for deeper rescues.
CPR and first aid training tailored for aquatic emergencies.
Certification, Regulatory Compliance and Excellence
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 the rescuer will not be required to swim to perform a rescue, with water no deeper than the rescuers chest depth.

Important Facts
Safety First
The ER-Pool qualification is crucial for any designated staff member who may be called upon to provide assistance during emergencies in swimming pool settings.
Designed for Small Pools
This training is specifically designed for small pools where the depth does not exceed 1.5m, making it ideal for leisure facilities and health clubs.
Team Support
The ER-Pool qualification enhances the capability of your lifeguard team by providing trained personnel who can assist during emergencies.
Why Partner With Passion First Aid?
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Of injuries would have been preventable had first aid been given before the emergency services arrived.
At Passion First Aid, we provide more than just training—we offer tailored courses designed to meet your specific needs. Whether you’re an early years professional or a caregiver, our emergency paediatric first aid course equips you with the confidence and skills to respond effectively in critical situations.
Minimised Disruption
Tailored Content
Ongoing Partnership
If you’re ready to enhance your skills and become an essential part of your facility’s emergency response team, don’t hesitate to get in touch! For more information about the course, including dates and fees, contact Passion First Aid at 07811 025169.
Take the next step in your aquatic safety training and ensure the well-being of all pool users!
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Here at Passion First Aid, we can supply Lifeguards and Rescue Boat Teams for your swimming pool or open water event. To find out more please contact Passion First Aid. Our Lifeguard Courses fees are available upon request.