Aquatic Safety Principles
ASQ - Level 1
ASQ - Level 1
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Summary
Water safety → Real-world awareness
Outdoor practitioners / water environment staff
Face-to-face practical course
3 hrs + 1 hr pre-reading
ASQ Level 1
Practical assessment
Open to adult learners
Inclusive / guided
£150
Atlantic Crest
Purpose of Course
The ASQ Level 1 – Aquatic Safety Principles course provides the foundation knowledge required to support safe practice in and around water environments.
The course helps learners understand key principles of drowning, water safety management, and hazard awareness while introducing practical approaches used to maintain safety around aquatic settings.
Designed as a core foundation module, the course supports individuals beginning their journey into aquatic safety and outdoor water environments.
Outline
Delivered through face-to-face learning, discussion, guided activities, and practical engagement, the course introduces learners to the key principles of aquatic safety and drowning prevention.
Learners complete pre-course reading and a short home paper before attending the practical course, helping build understanding and engagement throughout the learning experience.
Basic practical elements around water environments help reinforce learning and connect theory to real-world situations.
Who For
This course is suitable for:
- Outdoor practitioners
- Coaches and instructors
- Expedition and activity staff
- Teachers and youth leaders
- Individuals working around water environments
- Adventure practitioners
- Learners are beginning aquatic safety training.
No previous experience is required.
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