Practical Assessment: NPLQ to OWL qualification
We are pleased to offer an exclusive opportunity for Scout and Guide members who currently hold a valid RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ) to gain the RLSS UK Open Water Lifeguard (OWL) qualification at a significantly reduced rate.
This course has been arranged specifically for Scout and Guide members and has been subsidised to provide access to the qualification at a reduced cost.
The Open Water Lifeguard qualification provides the skills and knowledge required to supervise and rescue in open water environments such as lakes, reservoirs and managed open water swimming venues. It is also an excellent qualification for those wishing to support or facilitate swimming activities within Scouting and Guiding in an open water environment.
Course Details
Training Day
- Saturday 11 July 2026
- 9:00am – 5:00pm
- Test District Headquarters
- SO16 4EQ
Practical Assessment
- Friday 17 July 2026
- 5:30pm – 8:30pm
- Lakeside Country Park, Eastleigh
- SO50 5PE
Course Fee
Standard Course Fee: £235
Discounted Fee for Scout and Guide Members: £165
Entry Requirements
Candidates must:
- Be at least 16 years of age
- Hold a current RLSS UK National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
- Be confident and competent swimmers
Documentation Required
To secure a place on the course, candidates must return:
- A completed course registration form
- A copy of their current NPLQ certificate
Please email the completed documentation to:
Booking and Payment Process
Once we have received and checked your registration documents and NPLQ certificate, we will confirm your place and issue an invoice for payment.
Please note that places cannot be guaranteed until the registration documents have been received and payment has been made.
Places are limited and will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
If you have any questions regarding the course or eligibility requirements, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We look forward to helping you develop your lifesaving skills, gain a valuable open water qualification and support safe open water activities within Scouting and Guiding.
Hampshire Safety Training