Education & Training
First step, join a Surf Life Saving Club.
We are proud to have 15 exceptional clubs within the Sunshine Coast Branch, spanning from Redcliffe Peninsula to Rainbow Beach. Each of these clubs have experienced TAF[trainers], delivering a diverse range of courses.
The following courses are offered by our clubs:
Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC)
Bronze Medallion
IRB Crew Certificate
Silver Medallion IRB Driver
First Aid
Advanced Resuscitation Techniques
Observer’s Award
Radio Operator
SSV (Side by Side Vehicle)
4WD
Tractor
The following courses are offered by the Branch:
Silver Medallion Patrol Captain
RWC (Rescue Watercraft)
The Sunshine Coast Branch offers additional courses to support Clubs throughout the year.
CURRENT CALENDAR(FOR MEMBERS ONLY):
First Aid 14th April, 2024
Advanced Resuscitation Techniques 21st April, 2024
First Aid 12th May, 2024
SSV 19th May, 2024
4WD 19th May, 2024
Advanced Resuscitation Techniques 26th May, 2024
All members can access courses through their individual login via the SLS Members Portal e-Learning. Please see link below:
KEY CONTACTS
John Roderick
Education & Training Supervisor
jroderick@lifesaving.com.au
Karen-Anne Lyon
Regional Education Development Coordinator
klyon@lifesaving.com.au
MANDATORY REQUIREMENTS after joining a Club to enrol in any course are:
Working With Children Check (Blue Card) (18+ years only)
Unique Student Identifier (USI) number. A USI is an individual education number that's assigned to you for life by the Australian Government. It's free and will take about 5 minutes to complete the process - you will need at least one form of valid identification. For current high-school students you will also need your Learner Unique Identifier (LUI) if relevant for QCE points.