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Swimming Coach Or Instructor

OSCA 462442·ANZSCO 452315

Employed

12,300

Part-time share

91.2%

Female share

74.6%

Median age

22 yrs

Source: Jobs and Skills Australia · ABS 2021 Census of Population and Housing.

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Swimming Coach Or Instructor is a job in Australia. The job figures on this page come from Jobs and Skills Australia and the ABS Census, where they are published. The courses listed here lead to this job. Compare the fee, study mode, length, place, and how to get in before you enquire.

Courses linked to this job include Certificate III in Fitness.

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About this career

Instructs, coaches and trains participants in swimming by planning and conducting lessons on swimming skills, water safety and survival techniques, analysing performance, identifying areas for improvement and developing their abilities.

What they typically do

  • Plans and organises swimming lessons and training sessions
  • Provides instruction on swimming techniques and skills, monitors progress, and adjusts training programs to improve performance
  • Develops individualised programs based on skill levels and goals
  • Demonstrates techniques and corrects form
  • Ensures participant safety during sessions
  • May coordinate and supervise swimming competitions
  • May keep records of progress and achievements

Where they work

Education and Training

States and territories

Share of workers by location

VIC
30.4%
NSW
25.9%
QLD
17.9%
WA
13.4%
SA
7.1%
ACT
3.2%
TAS
1.8%
NT
0.3%

Qualification pathways

These accredited qualifications can lead to a career as a Swimming Coach Or Instructor.