STA INTERNATIONAL BABY & PRESCHOOL TEACHER TRAINING

9 - 12 March 2026

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.

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.

On successful completion of the course, learners will be issued with a STA International Baby and Pre-School Teacher Certificate.

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

1177 Serangoon Road #01-01, Inspire Mum & Baby indoor pool

SCHEDULE

Dates: 9 - 12 Mar 26 (4-day physical course)

Timing: 9am to 6pm

Day 1-3: Practical and theory, 9am to 6pm

Day 4: 9-6pm, Practical & Assessment day

The course will be held over the period of 4 days, daily attendance is compulsory.

COURSE FEE

4-day course: $1560 (Early Bird: $1450, before 20 Feb 26)

Get both courses at $100 off.

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 15-30 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

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