Check out all our lifeguarding and lifesaving courses below!
At Swim 21 Training, we deliver professional lifeguarding and lifesaving courses designed to develop confident, competent, and safety focused aquatic professionals. Whether you are starting your career, renewing your qualification, or looking to upskill your team, our courses provide the knowledge, practical skills, and real world confidence needed to respond effectively in aquatic emergencies.
Our programmes are delivered by experienced trainers with extensive industry backgrounds, ensuring every course is practical, engaging, and aligned with current industry standards. We offer a range of recognised qualifications suitable for lifeguards, swim teachers, leisure staff, and supervisors working in or around aquatic environments.
Training is available through both public courses and private group bookings, with flexible options to suit individuals, facilities, and organisations across Dublin and nationwide in Ireland. Each qualification is designed not just to meet requirements, but to raise professional standards and promote a strong culture of safety within aquatic settings.
Explore our courses below to find the qualification that best suits your role, goals, or facility needs.
National Pool Lifeguard Qualification
Royal Life saving Society
The RLSS National Pool Lifeguard Qualification is the industry standard certification for professional pool lifeguards. This course covers surveillance skills, rescue techniques, CPR, AED use, first aid, and emergency response procedures. It prepares candidates to work safely and confidently as qualified lifeguards in swimming pools and leisure facilities.
RLSS Swimming Pool Emergency Rescue Award (SPERA)
Royal Life saving Society
The Swimming Pool Emergency Rescue Award is designed for staff who supervise pools but are not employed as lifeguards. It teaches essential rescue skills, casualty care, CPR, AED use, and emergency action procedures, ensuring staff can respond effectively to incidents in aquatic environments.
RLSS National Rescue Award for Swimming Teachers & Coaches (NRASTC)
Royal Life saving Society
The NRASTC is a lifesaving qualification tailored for swim teachers and coaches who work in or around water. It focuses on water rescue techniques, emergency response, CPR, and casualty management, giving instructors the confidence and competence to maintain safety during aquatic sessions.
RLSS National Pool Supervisor Qualification (NPSQ)
Royal Life saving Society
The National Pool Supervisor Qualification is designed for pool supervisors and duty managers responsible for overseeing aquatic operations. The course covers supervision systems, emergency planning, risk management, team leadership, and legal responsibilities, supporting safe and compliant facility management.
Why Book With Us
Swim 21 Training
Train with a trusted provider committed to high standards, professional instruction, and practical learning. Our courses are delivered by experienced, certified trainers who focus on real-world scenarios, ensuring you leave confident and capable, not just qualified. We offer flexible course options, supportive learning environments, and recognised certifications that meet Irish workplace and industry requirements, making us a reliable choice for individuals and organisations alike.