About the initiative
The Victorian Department of Education is supporting school teachers, parent and carer volunteers and trainee teachers to become swim teachers.
A shortage of available swimming instructors is making it difficult for some schools to deliver the swimming and water safety curriculum required in the Victorian Curriculum F–10.
This program will make it easier for schools to deliver swimming lessons for students in need.
Teachers and parents or carers in eligible areas who have been invited to participate in the program by their school can use the information on this page to register with a training provider.
Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety
The course being offered is the Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety (TSW - SISSS00132).
This course contains units of competency that are nationally recognised from the Sport, Fitness and Recreation training package.
Upon successful completion of all assessment requirements, candidates will be issued a Statement of Attainment for the following units of competency:
- SISCAQU023 - Plan swimming lessons
- SISCAQU024 - Teach water familiarisation, buoyancy and mobility skills
- SISCAQU020 - Perform water rescues
- SISCAQU025 - Teach water safety and survival skills
- SISCAQU026 - Teach swimming strokes
Choosing a course
The course is being delivered on behalf of the department by Life Saving Victoria, Swim Coaches and Teachers Australia and AUSTSWIM.
Each course offers the same curriculum and units of competency, but are delivered in slightly different ways.
How to find and book your course
- Find a course that suits you using the map or list below.
- Use the registration link provided on each listing to book directly with the provider - Bookings through Life Saving Victoria require the code ST-WSIS to ensure you are not charged.
Course list
View the course list by date, location and provider in the table below.
You can also download the Swim Teacher Training Initiative course list and search courses by term and weekend/weekday.
Swim Teacher Training Initiative course list
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| Course Start Date | Location | Registration link | Provider |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6/12/2025 | Melbourne | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2055781 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 07/12/2025 | Sunshine Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2094841 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 14/12/2025 | Ascot Vale Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2069694 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 12/01/2026 | Wangaratta Indoor Sports & Aquatic Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2097397 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 15/01/2026 | Ballarat | https://ascta.ditaplayer.com.au/events/acf4cuuriab320aj30gqlszhbg2vj8pt/register | Swim Coaches & Teachers Australia |
| 16/01/2026 | Bendigo | Request to book this course | AUSTSWIM |
| 17/01/2026 | Warrnambool | https://ascta.ditaplayer.com.au/events/ct8pl1g5ex8wslebwrffay9byuz3k8cw/register | Swim Coaches & Teachers Australia |
| 17/01/2026 | Melbourne City Baths | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2076250 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 17/01/2026 | Broadmeadows Aquatic & Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2085620 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 18/01/2026 | Warragul | Request to book this course | AUSTSWIM |
| 18/01/2026 | Swan Hill | https://ascta.ditaplayer.com.au/events/puw6z3qxm3481y90ov37yos1k5x7qspg/register | Swim Coaches & Teachers Australia |
| 21/01/2026 | Aquapulse | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2072567 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 21/01/2026 | Mentone Aquatic | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2102685 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 31/01/2026 | Waves Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2084462 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 4/02/2026 | Aquamoves Lakeside | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2082066 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 7/02/2026 | Wodonga Sports and Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2085383 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 8/02/2026 | Ascot Vale Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2084714 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 11/02/2026 | Melbourne City Baths | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2076251 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 15/02/2026 | Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2083216 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 15/02/2026 | Broadmeadows Aquatic & Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2085621 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 19/02/2026 | Aquapulse - Hoppers Crossing | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2072568 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 21/02/2026 | Warragul Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2084907 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 22/02/2026 | Wangaratta | Request to book this course | AUSTSWIM |
| 1/03/2026 | Bairnsdale | Request to book this course | AUSTSWIM |
| 7/03/2026 | Sunshine Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2078642 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 7/03/2026 | Casey RACE | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2078838 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 15/03/2026 | Healesville | Request to book this course | AUSTSWIM |
| 15/03/2026 | Dandenong Oasis | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2082567 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 19/03/2026 | Broadmeadows Aquatic & Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2085622 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 21/03/2026 | Melbourne City Baths | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2076252 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 22/03/2026 | Wonthaggi | Request to book this course | AUSTSWIM |
| 29/03/2026 | Shepparton | Request to book this course | AUSTSWIM |
| 29/03/2026 | Casey RACE | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2078839 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| Date TBC | Horsham | Please email to register | Swim Coaches & Teachers Australia |
| Date TBC | Ballarat | Please email to register | Swim Coaches & Teachers Australia |
| Date TBC | Boort | Please email to register | Swim Coaches & Teachers Australia |
| Date TBC | Williamstown | Please email to register | Swim Coaches & Teachers Australia |
| 8/04/2026 | Sunshine Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2078643 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 11/04/2026 | Maribyrnong Aquatic Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2082462 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 12/04/2026 | Melbourne City Baths | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2076253 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 18/04/2026 | Numurkah Aquatic & Fitness Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2085016 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 19/04/2026 | Reservoir Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2093938 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 22/04/2026 | Melbourne City Baths | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2076254 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 3/05/2026 | Knox Leisureworks | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2084392 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 9/05/2026 | Casey Aquatic and Recreation Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2081991 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 16/05/2026 | Melbourne City Baths | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2076255 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 16/05/2026 | Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2082549 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 16/05/2026 | Fawkner Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2084804 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 24/05/2026 | Aquahub | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2074405 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 13/06/2026 | Aquarena Aquatic and Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2083217 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
| 25/06/2026 | Mildura Waves Leisure Centre | https://training.lsv.com.au/courses?instance_id=2073651 | Life Saving Victoria - use the code ST-WSIS for a $0 fee. |
Request a course
To request a course near you, please contact the School Swimming Coordinator, school.swimming@education.vic.gov.au(opens in a new window) or 03 4334 0523,(opens in a new window) with the following information:
- Preferred date
- Weekend or weekday
- Closest available pool
Find out more
To find out more about each course, please contact the provider.
To find out more about the initiative, please contact the School Swimming Coordinator:
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