National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
Ensure Safety in Swimming Lessons with the NRASTC Qualification
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Why Choose the NRASTC Course?
The NRASTC provides swimming teachers and coaches with the critical skills needed to ensure the safety of their students while promoting a positive learning environment. Here are some key benefits of this qualification:
Supervision and Rescue Skills
Learn essential skills for supervising students during swimming lessons and how to perform effective rescues in emergencies.
Suitable for Various Environments
This qualification is suitable for teachers working in a wide range of swimming pools, including those where the water is deeper than the teacher’s standing depth, meeting individual site risk assessments.
Career Advancement
Enhance your professional qualifications and improve your employability in the leisure industry.
Course Syllabus
National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC)
Teacher, swimming pool, and class management
Intervention rescue and emergency action
CPR and first aid
National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches LIGHT (NRASTC LIGHT)
The NRASTC LIGHT is a variation of the standard award, tailored for teachers who have lifeguard or first aid backup available during lessons. This qualification is ideal for scenarios where immediate assistance can be provided in case of an emergency.
Prerequisites: The NRASTC LIGHT is only suitable when qualified lifeguards or first aiders are present at the facility to respond quickly to any emergencies that may arise.
Teacher, swimming pool, and class management
Intervention rescue and emergency action
CPR and first aid
Certification, Regulatory Compliance and Excellence
It is suitable for teachers working in a wide range of swimming pools, including pools where the water is deeper than the teacher’s standing depth. This award is only suitable when the facility has staff qualified as Lifeguards or First Aiders that are available to respond quickly to a swimming teacher or coach in the event of an emergency.
If Lifeguard or First Aid backup is not available the standard NRASTC should be used.

Important Facts
Safety First
The NRASTC qualification is vital for any swimming teacher or coach, ensuring they are well-equipped to handle emergencies effectively.
Risk Mitigation
The course prepares teachers to manage risk effectively and respond to incidents, significantly reducing the likelihood of accidents during lessons.
Increased Confidence
Gain the confidence to take charge during emergencies and ensure the safety of all participants.
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 as a swimming teacher or coach and ensure the safety of your students, don’t hesitate to get in touch! For more information about the course, including dates and fees, contact Passion First Aid at 07811 025169.
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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.