What does the Bronze Medallion course cover and how long is it?

The Bronze Medallion is delivered with the nationally recognised PUA20119 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue). Surf Life Saving NSW lists the units covered as communications, surf awareness, aquatic rescue, emergency care, teamwork and work health and safety. Surf Life Saving Queensland describes the award as covering surf awareness, rescue techniques, radio communication, CPR and first aid.

The course is a minimum of 6 full days, which can be run as 2 to 3 hour sessions over evenings and weekends or as full-day sessions. Additional training may be needed before assessment. The course includes the HLTAID010 first aid unit of competency, which has a 3-year validity.