Awarding Organisation of The Swimming Teachers’ Association
Posted on 8th November 2017
STA is delighted to announce the launch of the new STA Level 3 Award in Pool Plant Operations qualification. The new qualification replaces the previous Pool Plant Operations qualification. The new qualification has been developed in consultation with industry experts and frontline staff responsible for pool plant operations. The material developed follows PWTAG guidelines and…
Posted on 2nd November 2017
Please note that we have reformatted and refreshed some of our first aid resources. Below is a list of the updated resources: Emergency First Aid at Work Practical Marking Sheet Emergency First Aid at Work Worksheet and Worksheet Answers First Aid at Work Practical Marking Sheet First Aid at Work Worksheet and Worksheet Answers We…
Posted on 2nd October 2017
In accordance with the latest reports from the NSPCC and the government as well as changes to legislation, STA has updated the Safeguarding Children, Young People and Vulnerable Adults CPD. STA is committed to safeguarding all those we have contact with including children, young people, vulnerable adults, and the aquatic teacher. For STA safeguarding is…
Posted on 29th September 2017
Following a review of the First Aid at Work and Emergency First Aid at Work qualifications by the First Aid Awarding Organisations Forum (FAAOF), it was decided that the Emergency First Aid at Work qualification should be relevelled and, from 1st October 2017 it will become a level 3 qualification in England, Wales and Northern…
Posted on 28th September 2017
STA has developed a new policy in conjunction with MOR Solutions to support swim schools and swimming teachers in the effective use of tablets on poolside. With industry changes and technological advancements, employers and employees are adapting to their surroundings and embracing technological changes to support and assist their businesses. This has resulted in technology…
Posted on 31st August 2017
Following a qualification review period of STA’s existing pool plant qualifications, STA is delighted to announce that a new Pool Plant Operations qualification will be launching Wednesday 1st November 2017, replacing the existing Pool Plant Operations qualification. The new qualification has been developed by the industry for the industry, following PWTAG guidelines and National Occupational…
Posted on 25th August 2017
Following a review of the way we collect and utilise feedback from our courses, we have made some changes to the candidate course application and evaluation processes. The reasons for implementing these changes are: To ensure that the qualifications we offer meet the needs of learners who are taking them To enable us to ensure…
Posted on 19th June 2017
CIMSPA’s vision is to develop a UK-wide, vibrant and professional workforce through ensuring the provision of quality qualifications and CPDs that meet the needs of the sector. STA fully supports this aim and is therefore delighted to confirm that all its aquatic qualifications have now been endorsed by CIMPSA. The full house includes: STA Award…
Posted on 1st June 2017
Further to the technical notice sent 4th April 2017 regarding membership for candidates on overseas courses, STA would like to clarify the position of overseas membership fees for those members who hold STA tutor and/or examiner status. The £10 overseas membership fee is applicable to candidates attending overseas courses and additionally to STA tutors/examiners operating…
Posted on 27th April 2017
Following feedback from tutors, learners and employers regarding our lifesaving qualifications, we have introduced a new Pool Emergency Responder qualification to meet the needs of the leisure industry. The Pool Emergency Responder qualification is aimed at small hotel-type pools where the risk assessment identifies that no direct poolside supervision is required. It may also be…