In the world of surf lifesaving there is nothing more important than education, it is the driving force behind everything we do. From your Bronze Medallion (Cert. II in Aquatic Rescue), which is the basic level for all lifesavers, to the Gold Medallion which is recognised the world over and is the highest training for a lifesaver, and all the specialties in between.
No matter what area you choose to immerse yourself in, whether it is Patrolling, Competing, Managing or Instructing there are courses available to ensure that you have the best training available, so you can enter the surf in a comfortable and assured way.
The Education Team at Cooks Hill are all volunteers. They are responsible for training held at the club.
If you would like more information in regard to Education or to enquire about future course dates, please email our Director of Education, Freya Franklin.
Courses and awards you can achieve:
– Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC) from 13 years
Covers the knowledge of basic patrolling and surf awareness in order to be able to participate in basic lifesaving operations.
– Bronze Medallion (BM) from 15 years
Combining Bronze Medallion, Advanced Resuscitation Techniques Certificate (ARTC), applied First Aid, Radio Operators and Spinal Management.
– Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Crewperson
Covers the skills and knowledge to effectively crew an IRB in surf rescue operations. Click here for more information on the course.
– Silver Medallion Inflatable Rescue Boat (IRB) Driver
Covers the skills and knowledge to effectively drive and manage an IRB in surf rescue operations. Click here for more information on the course.
– Silver Medallion Beach Management (SMBM)
The Silver Medallion Beach Management provides participants with the skills, knowledge and experience required to manage a lifesaving team. Click here for more information.
– Silver Medallion Aquatic Rescue (SMAR)
Covers the skills and knowledge to participate in search and rescue operations. Click here to find out more.
– Gold Medallion
A Gold Medallion Lifesaver has the advanced skills needed to rescue and provide emergency care – alone if necessary. For more information on this course, click here.
2024 – 25 Education Calendar
To refer to the courses held this season, please click HERE.
2024 – 25 Course Fees
Surf Rescue Certificate (SRC)
Cooks Hill Nipper member with 3 or more years membership with Cooks Hill SLSC – $90
Cooks Hill Nipper member with 1-2 years membership with Cooks Hill SLSC – $110
New Nipper (or a member from another Club joining an SRC squad) – $130
Bronze Medallion (BM)
Existing Cooks Hill SRC patrolling member (transitioning from SRC to BM) – $0
Existing Cooks Hill patrolling member with Radio, FA or ART (or a combination of these awards) – $90
Existing Cooks Hill member – non-patrolling (Nipper parent/ Age manager etc) – $110
Returning Cooks Hill member – BM qualifications (proficiency) expired by more than 3 years – $140
New Cooks Hill Member (or from another Club joining a BM squad) – $160
First Aid Certificate – $125