Passionate About Water Safety? Join Our Training Course!
PAWS (Primary Aquatics Water Safety) is an educational programme by Water Safety Ireland that teaches children essential water-safety knowledge and life-saving guidelines through lessons, activities, and interactive materials for use at home or in school.
Join one of Water Safety Ireland’s Education Officers for the PAWS Provider Training Course covering everything you need to know to deliver it in your local school.
This training is open to all WSI Volunteer Members, any primary school teacher and/or accredited instructor or coach who holds recognised National Governing Body (NGB) certification.
As a WSI swim teacher or instructor, the PAWS Provider course counts toward your Continuing Professional Development (CPD) requirements.
In this session, led by our Regional Education Officers, you will:
- Gain a deeper understanding of Water Safety Ireland and its mission
- Learn why aquatic safety education matters
- Explore the goals and key messages of the Land PAWS programme
- Discover how to deliver the Land PAWS syllabus effectively
- Get practical guidance on planning and conducting school visits
- Access tips and resources to support your teaching
To ensure you feel confident and engaged, the course includes a short multiple choice assessment at the end. This check reinforces key learning points and prepares you to deliver the programme successfully.
The PAWS Provider Training Course counts towards your CPD requirements.
Ready to Make a Difference
Upcoming Dates:
• TBC
Register here: https://watersafety.ie/paws-providers-registration-form/
For any queries about this course, please contact WSI Education Manager Anna Grant at annagrant@watersafety.ie.