What first aid and CPR certificate do I need before enrolling in the Pool Lifeguard course?
Rule- Australia
- Royal Life Saving
- Pool Lifeguard
- SISSS00133
- Age 16+
- 2026/27
- Pool lifeguards
- Lifeguards
- WA (2-day course): you must have completed HLTAID011 Provide first aid before enrolling. If you do not hold it, enrol in the 4-day program or complete the unit first.
- SA: a current HLTAID011 Provide First Aid certificate, within three years of its issue date.
- NT: HLTAID011 or HLTAID012 completed within the last 3 years, and HLTAID009 completed within the last 12 months, with copies of your qualifications submitted to the Training Manager before attending.
Sources: https://shop.royallifesavingwa.com.au/products/aXcelerate1-PoolLifeguard2day-82527, https://sa.training.royallifesaving.com.au/calendar/pool-lifeguard/ and https://nt.training.royallifesaving.com.au/course-list/
Updated 24 Oct 2026