STA
Level 2
QN: 603/3012/0
Curriculum Active
STA Level 2 Award in Open Water Swimming Coaching
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by STA. Classified as a Occupational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 30 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 2
Awarding Body
STA
Syllabus Units
2 Units
Guided Hours
30 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
1
Planning, Coaching and Evaluating Open Water Swimming
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the role of an open water swimming coach
- Understand the principles of planning an open water swimming coaching session
- Be able to develop session plans for open water swimmers
- Understand the importance of evaluation
- Be able to coach open swimming strokes
- Be able to coach open water swimming skills
2
Safe Coaching Practices within Open Water Swimming
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Understand the legislation requirements for open water swimming coaching
- Be able to complete a risk assessment for an open water venue
- Understand the different considerations for open water venues
- Understand the effects of temperature on the human body while immersed in water
- Understand the equipment requirements of open water swimming
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/3012/0
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- STA
- Qualification Type
- Occupational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Mar 2018