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Qualifications for Aquatics

The aquatics workforce helps people enjoy the magic of being in the water while staying safe, having fun and learning new skills.

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New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics (Pool Lifeguard)

This programme is for people working in plant operations, aquatic treatment systems and advanced pool testing.
Level 3
Credited Programme

New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics (Swim and Water Safety Teacher)

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Level 3

New Zealand Certificate in Aquatics (Aquafitness)

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Level 3

New Zealand Certificate in Aquatic Treatment Systems

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Level 4

New Zealand Apprenticeship: Senior Pool Lifeguard

This programme is for people working in plant operations, aquatic treatment systems and advanced pool testing. 
Level 4

New Zealand Apprenticeship: Specialised Swim and Water Safety Teacher

This programme is for people working in plant operations, aquatic treatment systems and advanced pool testing. 
Level 4
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There are many different ways that you can progress through the sectors, and lots of skills are transferable across different roles and practice areas. Our Career Maps will help you visualise key jobs and pathways.

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For more information about the qualifications, please contact your regional learner advisor.

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How To Enrol

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Ready to go? Just click the "Enrol" button in the top right-hand corner of this website, set up a new account in our Learner Portal if it is your first time, and then click the "Enrol here" button. Select your programme from the dropdown menu, and follow the prompts to complete the rest of the form.

Your enrolment form will be processed by your learner advisor, and then sent to your workplace manager to review and sign electronically. Once your manager has signed, the form automatically gets sent back to you, and your learner advisor, to review and sign.