Bronze Medallion
We are excited to announce the next Bronze Medallion Course with Bronte Surf Club.
This training program will take you on an 8-week journey towards becoming a patrolling lifesaver at Bronte Surf Life Saving Club and a valued member of the Bronte community.
On completion of all of the requirements, the program will provide you with:
Certificate II in Public Safety-Aquatic Rescue (PUA20119)
Complete First Aid Certificate (HLTAID011)
Advanced Resuscitation Techniques (HLTAID015)
More information about course outcomes can be found on the SLSA website here.
Please read the following to indicate what to expect in the course.
If you are unavailable for the period commencing in February, email education@brontesurfclub.com.au with an expression of interest.
Eligibility
You will need to attend a club-organised proficiency and swim 400m in a pool in under 8 minutes and 45 seconds to be considered for the course. (Or under 8 minutes and 30 seconds if wearing a wetsuit).
You will need to be swim & run fit, able to lift and carry rescue gear, boards & adult patients in a team.
You will also need to be able to perform CPR and roll a patient on their side while kneeling on the ground.
You must be 15 years+ (Current cadets have a different Bronze medallion pathway. please contact Aaron at cadets@brontesurfclub.com.au).
You must intend to volunteer on a Bronte Surf Club Patrol Team for at least one season post-completion of the course.
If you're over 18, you must obtain a Working with Children Check.
Fees
The following fees include all training and materials for the Bronze Medallion, First Aid & Advanced Resuscitation Technique, and patrol uniform.
Please refer to our refund policy here.
Dates
Etiquette
Attendance - You must be available to attend all mandatory sessions before considering this course. Due to volunteer training resources, there will be no 'Catch-up sessions.'
Teamwork - This course requires a great deal of teamwork & camaraderie. You must enter with that in mind and be ready to show up for one another.
Respect - There are a lot of team scenarios that require physical contact and proximity due to the nature of rescue practices. Therefore, respecting one another and the club's facilities and rescue gear is essential.
Flexibility - As surf conditions are ever-changing and volunteers run this program, sometimes the location of training changes, or the training program is altered depending on resources. We will always do our best to communicate things in advance, but we request your flexibility and ability to pivot.
Schedule
What You'll Need to Provide
Wetsuit for wet skills training
Goggles & Swimmers
Water Bottle & Snacks
A computer for your e-learning modules
Etiquette
Attendance - You must be available to attend all mandatory sessions before considering this course. Due to volunteer training resources, there will be no 'Catch-up sessions.'
Teamwork - This course requires a great deal of teamwork & camaraderie. You must enter with that in mind and be ready to show up for one another.
Respect - There are a lot of team scenarios that require physical contact and proximity due to the nature of rescue practices. Therefore, respecting one another and the club's facilities and rescue gear is essential.
Flexibility - As surf conditions are ever-changing and volunteers run this program, sometimes the location of training changes, or the training program is altered depending on resources. We will always do our best to communicate things in advance, but we request your flexibility and ability to pivot.
If you can't make the dates for this course, the next course will be running in a similar format, commencing in July 2024. Email Lydia at education@brontesurfclub.com.au
Questions?
Please email Lydia at education@brontesurfclub.com.au
FAQs
Q: I'm afraid of sharks and can't swim in the sea – can I still do the course?
No. You must be comfortable in the water, able to competently negotiate surf and get out of trouble.
Q: What other training does the club provide?
On successfully gaining your Bronze Medallion, members can attain further nationally recognised awards to increase their skills and confidence. Including Inflatable Rescue Boat Crew/Driver, Silver Medallion Beach Management or Aquatic Rescue.
Q: I don't want to be a lifesaver. Can I do the course just for fun?
We are a volunteer member club providing lifesaving services to the community. All our trainers give up their time voluntarily. Upon completion of training, you must become an Active Member to undertake regular beach patrols from September to April.
Rostered patrols occur approximately once every four weeks on a Saturday or Sunday and 1-2 public holidays, totalling about 36 hours per season. You can request which day you prefer. If you are unable or unprepared to meet these minimum requirements, please do not enrol in this course.