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STA INTERNATIONAL BABY & PRESCHOOL TEACHER TRAINING
15-19 July 2024
STA’s International Baby & Pre-school Teacher Training Course provides aspiring swim teachers with the necessary knowledge and skills to teach swimming to children between ages 0 and 4 years old.
On successful completion of the course, you will be issued with an internationally recognised STA International Baby and Pre-school Teacher Certificate, which allows you to conduct swimming lessons thereafter. No previous teaching experience is required. Applicants must be at least 18 years old, and hold a STA membership.
The STA International Baby & Pre-school Teacher training course is the first step to begin your career as a swimming teacher for the younger children! Recognized internationally, allowing you to take your swimming teacher career around the world.
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What can I do after I get my qualification?
You will be able to gain employment as a Baby and Preschool swimming teacher, teaching a range of babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers, 0 – 4 years old, with their accompanying adults throughout the course. You will also have access to free online support and resources, and your course resource manual will also double as a guide throughout your swimming teaching journey.
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On successful completion of the course, learners will be issued with a STA International Baby and Pre-School Teacher Certificate.
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On successful completion of the course, learners will:
Understand the role of a baby and pre-school teacher
Understand and be able to plan baby and pre-school lessons
Be able to produce a scheme of work and lesson plan
Be able to teach baby and pre-school aquatic activities and the correct holds
Understand and be able to evaluate a baby and pre-school lesson
Understand the benefits of baby and pre-school swimming
Know the hygiene and safety requirements for baby and pre-school swimming
Understand the importance of communication within a baby and pre-school lesson
Know the stages of child development.
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LOCATION, FEES & SCHEDULE
COURSE LOCATION
188-2 Tanjong Katong Road, Inspire Mum & Baby indoor pool
SCHEDULE
Dates: 15-19 July 2024 (5-day blended course)
Timing: 9am to 6pm / 12pm to 9pm
Day 1: Zoom Learning, 9-6pm
Day 2-4: Practical and theory, 12-9pm
Day 5: 9-6pm, Assessment day
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The course will be held over the period of 5 days, daily attendance is compulsory.
COURSE FEE
5-day course: $1950 (Singaporeans/ PRs can use SFC/ UTAP)
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*Grants:
SSC Singaporean/PR: $350
Skillsfuture Credit $500-1000 (depending on balance amount)
NTUC Utap up to $500* (*age 40 and above. Below 40 is $250. Please check with UTAP directly. Need to be NTUC Member)
ASSESSMENT
Learners will be assessed on their theoretical knowledge and practical teaching
Learners must correctly answer 7 out of 10 verbal questions, complete 1 lesson plan and 1 scheme of work to the satisfaction of the tutor
Throughout the course, learners will undertake practical teaching on a range of babies, toddlers and pre-schoolers in an adult and child setting
For the practical assessment, learners are required to teach a 15-minute swimming lesson to a small group of pairs. The lesson must be taught independently by the learner without prompting or guidance from the tutor.
ENQUIRY FORM
Please fill up your details. Please note this form doesn't guarantee you a space as it's subject to slot availability. Confirmation is only upon payment.