AQU32S

AQUATICS 32S - Semester

Course Description

Teacher in Charge:


The Aquatics semester involves completing the New Zealand Swim Teachers Award. The award is a combination of theory and practical swimming activities culminating in a teaching practicum. The SPA32S students will teach the junior after school programmes at the Graham Condon Centre over a full term. Sessions run from 3.30- 5.30pm once a week. Students are able to select the day they wish to complete their shadowing hours. Students do not need to be strong swimmers, all skills are taught. 

It is an internationally recognised qualification and any many students begin paid teaching positions at the Graham Condon Centre before completing the course.

ASSESSMENT
All assessments are Unit Standards and are internally assessed.

Future Possibilities
Students that complete the New Zealand Swim Teachers Award can work as Swim Instructors at any swimming pool in New Zealand and internationally. 



Recommended Prior Learning

• Reasonable attainment of Level 2 NCEA credits is recommended.
• SPL22S and SPO22S are an advantage but not essential.
• Performance in SPL22S and SPO22S will be taken into consideration for enrolling in Aquatics.
• Commitment to the demands of this course inside and outside of school hours.

Contributions and Equipment/Stationery

Students will be required to purchase a plain rash top to wear in lessons and teaching sessions.

Credit Information

You will be assessed in this course through all or a selection of the standards listed below.

Total Credits Available: 40 credits.
Internally Assessed Credits: 40 credits.

Assessment
Description
Level
Internal or
External
Credits
L1 Literacy Credits
UE Literacy Credits
Numeracy Credits
U.S. 29848 v2
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of the health and safety procedures and practices in a recreation workplace
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 29849 v2
NZQA Info
Demonstrate knowledge of professional practice in a recreation workplace
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 5
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 30122 v2
NZQA Info
Operate professionally and promote safe, enjoyable experiences in an aquatic facility
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 15
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
U.S. 30125 v2
NZQA Info
Plan, deliver and review swimming and water safety lessons
Level: 3
Internal or External: Internal
Credits: 15
Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Numeracy Credits: 0
Credit Summary
Total Credits: 40
Total Level 1 Literacy Credits: 0
Total University Entrance Literacy Credits: 0
Total Numeracy Credits: 0