Education and training

Education and training

Building skilled lifesavers

Our education program equips members with vital aquatic rescue, emergency care and leadership skills.

Whether you are starting out as a youth member, training to patrol our beach, or upskilling into advanced lifesaving awards, our comprehensive courses prepare you to respond with confidence in critical situations.

All training is delivered by qualified SLSA instructors and assessors following nationally recognised standards.

“Even when the flags are down our surf skills training provides an invisible safety net protecting our community”

– Director of Education, Willow Forsyth

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Our Education Pathways

Surf Rescue Certificate & Bronze Medallion

These foundational courses are the entry point for active beach patrolling. 

  • Surf Rescue Certificate: For members aged 13-15, covering basic surf awareness, CPR and rescue skills.
  • Bronze Medallion: The core qualification for surf lifesavers aged 15 and over, covering comprehensive ocean rescue, resuscitation and radio communications.

Advanced Awards

Once qualified, active members can expand their skill set and take on specialised leadership, rescue and medical roles. 

  • Advanced resuscitation
  • IRB crew and/or driver
  • Silver medallion aquatic rescue (conducted through individual branch)
  • Silver medallion patrol captain (conducted through individual branch)
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Why train with Stockton SLSC?

Training with Stockton SLSC is more than just obtaining a qualification, it’s an opportunity to gain lifelong practical skills while directly protecting your local beach and community. 

  • Nationally accredited training: Gain formal emergency care and public safety qualifications recognised across Australia.
  • Expert instructors: Learn from experienced local lifesavers in a supportive, hands-on environment.
  • Community impact: Apply your skills directly to keep Stockton Beach safe for families and visitors.

Ready to start your training?

Have questions about upcoming intake dates, prerequisites, or learning pathways? Reach out to our education team today.

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