School To Work Transitions Program
Dive Into Your Future Career. Get qualified, get industry-connected, and start earning before you even graduate. No boring lectures, just real skills for real jobs.
AMPLIFY YOUR POTENTIAL
The AQIA/Ampd School to Work Transitions (S2WT) program isn’t about sitting in another classroom. It’s a hands-on course that plugs you directly into the Aquatics and Recreation industry. We take the “complex” training, government checks, and finding an employer, and make it simple for you.
The Benefits
- Real Skills: Gain nationally recognised qualifications in swim teaching, lifeguarding, and aquatic operations.
- Flexible Learning: Build a career that fits around your life and schedule.
- Industry Backed: Supported by experienced mentors and strong industry partnerships.
Become a Swim Teacher/Pool Lifeguard/ATO is a School to Work Transitions program proudly supported and funded by the Queensland Government
AVAILABLE COURSE CATEGORIES
Unlock your potential with Ampd Academy. Our course will empower you to kick-start a strong career pathway. Together, we’ll train and prepare you to be qualified, and connected to start your school-to-work transition.
This course is designed to enable individuals to become certified Swimming and Water Safety Teachers, equipping them to professionally deliver Swimming and Water Safety programs and services to a diverse range of people who use aquatic environments.
The Ampd Academy Pool Lifeguard Course consists of skills designed to supervise the safety of patrons in aquatic venues and manage water-based rescues, casualties, and emergencies
The Aquatic Technical Operator (ATO) Skill Set provides the essential skills and knowledge to monitor and maintain aquatic facility equipment, manage pool water quality, and coordinate the maintenance of plant and filtration systems in line with Australian standards and public health regulations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Eligible for AQIA Courses?
The School to Work Transitions (S2WT) program is a Queensland Government program that will provide support to school students by providing tailored solutions to improve post-school outcomes. To be eligible for this program, you must be aged 16 years and above, be enrolled in school and live in one of the following regions.
- Moreton Bay
- Logan
- Redlands
- Ipswich
Please note that you must have your parent/carer’s consent to participate in this program.
How much does the School to Work Transitions program cost?
The program is fully funded by the Queensland Government, so there is no cost for eligible enrolled school students.
Where can I find more information about AQIA?
Active Queenslanders Industry Alliance (AQIA) is the service delivery arm of the peak bodies for fitness, sport and active recreation in Queensland. AQIA is funded to deliver the School to Work Transitions program in partnership with Amp’d Academy. To find out more, please visit the AQIA website here.
Are these courses the only ones available to students pursuing an AQIA-funded course?
Yes, currently this is the only program AQIA have targeting enrolled school students. AQIA do deliver other projects aimed at job seekers and existing workers wanting to get into the industry. For information on these projects, please visit the AQIA website at https://aqia.org.au/
How does the Register of Interest Process Work?
After you register your interest and are considered eligible, you will be requested to complete a form (which includes getting parent/carer consent). Once this form is submitted, you will be able to enrol in your chosen course. You can select from various training locations and dates to find the option that suits you best
If I have any questions, who should I contact?
Please contact Sonya Brewer at AQIA via sonya.brewer@aqia.org.au
What is the benefit of taking this course with AQIA?
This is great opportunity to get your foot in the door to a career in the sport/fitness/active recreation industry. There are currently many swim schools, aquatic facilities and other recreational facilities which are experiencing a shortage of swim teachers, pool lifeguards and pool technicians. Benefits include:
- Linkages with local employers to provide work placement as part of the training
- Potential for immediate casual/part-time employment as a learn to swim teacher, pool lifeguard or pool technician at local aquatic facilities (i.e. after school, weekends, school holidays employment)
- Includes costs to obtain a Working With Children Check (Blue Card), where required (Swim Teacher, Pool Lifeguard)
- Includes costs to undertake First Aid training, where required (Pool Lifeguard)
- All three skills sets (SISSS00132 Swimming and Water Safety Teacher, SISSS00133 Pool Lifeguard and SISSS00131 Aquatic Technical Operator) are part of the SIS National Training Package. The Swim Teacher and Pool Lifeguard skills sets also fall within the Certificate III in Sport, Aquatics and Recreation should the student wish to further their studies/career in the industry. Potential to accrue some points towards your QCE.