What do you need to become a swim teacher?
Build a personalised checklist for becoming a swim teacher based on your age, state, current certificates and the requirements you still need.
Ready to work out what you need to get started?
The SWIM Australia™ Teacher (SAT) course, which delivers the nationally recognised skill set SISSS00132 Swimming and Water Safety Teacher, is the main investment, but you may also need CPR, a child-safety check and a few free registrations or online learning requirements. Use the checklist to see what applies to your age and state, what you already have and what may still cost you.
[Interactive tool: Your swim-teacher starter checklist]
Your checklist may include
- The course
- Current HLTAID009 Provide cardiopulmonary resuscitation certification
- The child-safety check required in your state
- A Unique Student Identifier
- Required Sport Integrity Australia learning
- Access to supervised industry practice
Explore more about becoming a swim teacher
Choose what you want to explore next.
1. Is swim teaching a good first job for you?
2. What does a swim teacher do during a shift?
3. How do you become a qualified swim teacher?
Ready to get started? Find courses here
Check current award rates with Fair Work calculate.fairwork.gov.au
Developed by My First Job in partnership with SWIM Australia™. Training and assessment is delivered by SWIM Coaches & Teachers Australia, trading as SWIM Australia™ (RTO 20948).
Frequently asked questions
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It depends on your age and state. The name, age rules and fees vary across Australia, and some employers may arrange or pay for it.
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Yes. You will need current CPR certification before working as a swim teacher.
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Yes. A Unique Student Identifier is free to create and is required for nationally recognised training.
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This depends on the arrangement with the swim school. Ask before beginning so you understand what is included.
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This depends on your age, employment type, pay rate and hours worked. The checklist compares the course investment with indicative award rates, but actual pay may differ.
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Use the Fair Work Pay and Conditions Tool to check current award rates for your age and employment type.
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