My RLSS UK Welcome to My RLSS UK, an online area dedicated to providing our qualification holders, members, stakeholders, and supporters with easy access to the latest industry safety guidance, policies, resources, and opportunities. As well as providing specialist information, the area signposts you to relevant services and features within your RLSS UK Account. Every individual, organisation, club, branch, and group in our community is invaluable to us, and we endeavour to provide solutions and added value wherever possible in the hope that you will become a lifelong ambassador of the Royal Life Saving Society UK (RLSS UK). Together, we can work towards the Charity's mission to be the leader in lifesaving and lifeguarding in the UK and Ireland. By sharing our combined expertise and knowledge with as many people as possible, we can provide everyone with the potential to save lives and enjoy water safely. We hope you find the area useful, if you require further support please call 0300 323 0096 or email [email protected]. Your Account Log In Activate Guides, Tutorials & FAQs Find My Certificate Course Management Support Services Your Membership Choose your Membership Accessing Member Benefits Renewing Membership Reward and Recognition Governance and AGM Guidance Industry Guidance RLSS UK Policies Branches Clubs Safeguarding Equality, diversity and inclusion Qualifications Our Qualifications Become an Approved Training Centre / Provider ATC/ATP and TA Support PTA Support Reasonable Adjustments and Special Considerations Quality Assurance & Audit requests Training Industry Qualifications Online Learning (CPD) Ongoing Training Finder Renewal TA Opportunities and Updates Ongoing Training Platform Support Us Volunteering Opportunities Fundraising Support How to Donate 1891 Life Fellows Send an eCard Charity Lottery Recycling for Good Causes National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers and Coaches (NRASTC) and NRASTC LIGHT Renewal Information Renewal of NRASTC or NRASTC LIGHT needs to be obtained within the period of validity of an existing award as stated on the certificate. It includes a full assessment of knowledge and skills by an independent assessor. The following is required to be completed prior to the renewal assessment of an award to demonstrate ongoing professional competence: 6 hours of Continued Professional Development (CPD) within the last two years from the date of the previous assessment covering content from the syllabus: The Teacher, Swimming Pool and Class Management (at least 2 hours) In-water swimming pool rescue skills (at least 2 hrs) CPR, AED and First Aid (at least 2 hrs) Continued Professional Development (CPD) can be achieved by: Attendance at ongoing training and competency assessment (strongly recommended) Attendance at alternative training, face-to-face or online, relating to In-water swimming pool rescue skills, First Aid and Swimming teacher class management Candidates renewing their award must provide accurate records, paper or electronic, of CPD to the must be provided to the trainer as assessment. These records must contain: The CPD method An outline of the topics covered The dates on which the activity was undertaken The time period of the CPD The number of hours Evidence that you undertook the CPD activity (e.g. signature from the Trainer of the CPD, certificate etc) Struggling to complete your CPD Hours? The RLSS UK Ongoing Training Finder is designed to support you to be ready for your renewal. With an easy‑to‑use map, you can quickly locate local providers who offer the ongoing training you need to secure your CPD hours. Browse nearby venues, check if each one offers the training you require, and choose the sessions that fit your schedule. No more ringing around or endless searching, just a simple way to stay on track for renewal. Visit the Ongoing Training Finder View NRASTC or NRASTC LIGHT Renewal courses If the 'Results - Map' doesn't show any courses in your area, contact your local leisure centre, swimming pool, or lifesaving club for possible upcoming courses or email [email protected] for further assistance. Failure to renew within the validity period of your existing NRASTC or NRASTC LIGHT award will result in you undertaking the full course and assessment again. Manage Cookie Preferences