How hard is the NPLQ assessment?

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The course is physically demanding and will include swimming to set times, lifting casualties and diving to the deepest part of the swimming pool. Training and assessment for the NPLQ are in three sections, and candidates must successfully pass all to attain the qualification.

Is NPLQ a professional qualification?

In 2018 the latest version of the RLSS UK NPLQ was launched called ‘Generation 9’. As the most sophisticated pool lifeguarding qualification yet, it is endorsed by CIMSPA and is currently the UK’s only professional standard qualification for lifeguards.

How many hours is a NPLQ course?

36 hours
The NPLQ course is a minimum of 36 hours long followed by a practical assessment on pool lifeguard theory, pool rescue, first aid and CPR. There is also the option to obtain additional qualifications during an NPLQ course including: Emergency First Aid at Work Certificate.

How long is an NPLQ renewal?

Renewal within the period of validity of your existing NPLQ is straightforward, requiring the completion of a three-to-four-hour renewal assessment. This includes a full assessment of your lifeguard knowledge and skills by an independent assessor.

Is NPLQ easy to pass?

It really isn’t hard. The people want you to pass and in most cases give hints to the answers (on the final test day). The thing I was most afraid about was the minute swim, then the 45 second one too. It honestly isn’t very difficult.

What level is an NPLQ?

IQL Level 2
IQL Level 2 Award in Pool Lifeguarding, Intervention, Supervision and Rescue (NPLQ) IQL Level 3 Award in Emergency First Aid at Work.

What happens if I fail my NPLQ?

If an NPLQ candidate fails their assessment, how many times can they retake the assessment? A candidate can retake the failed section(s) as many times as they wish within 28 days from the date of the first failure (28 days includes the day in which assessment part(s) were passed).

Does NPLQ expire?

RLSS UK and IQL UK qualifications listed below in section 1, due to expire between 1 January 2021 and 31 May 2021 have been extended, and now expire on 31 May 2021. An extension has been approved by the regulators and applies to NPLQ, NPSQ, AED and Anaphylaxis.

How long does my NPLQ last?

You will be required to renew your qualification after three years from completion of the assessment.