Course Description
River Safety and Rescue
River Safety and Rescue is a course run by Kerry College of Further Education & Training, Kerry. It is a Practical course with a duration of 5 days. River Safety and Rescue gives a Course Qualification of Professional Qualification. For more information about River Safety and Rescue at Kerry College of Further Education & Training, please review the details below.
This five day course will consist of four certifications as listed below. The structure of the course is two days in a sit-on-top kayak on flat water with RSR1 embedded. This builds your skills and confidence to spend the following 3 days in a sit-on-top kayak on moving water with RSR2 embedded. All training and assessment is included.
- River Safety and Rescue Level 1:
Designed for people who wish to undertake relevant training in safety and rescue techniques appropriate for Grade I water. The RSR 1 aims to develop a culture of safety, awareness, and proactive accident prevention in canoe sports in Ireland. - Sit-On-Top Flat-Water Skills Award:
Paddle safely and competently on a sit-on-top on sheltered flat water as a member of a group being led. Assist in basic flat water rescues. - River Safety and Rescue Level 2:
This course is designed for canoeists who wish to undertake relevant training in Safety and Rescue Techniques appropriate for Grade II water. The RSR 2 aims to develop a culture of safety, awareness, and proactive accident prevention in white water sports in Ireland. - Sit-On-Top River Skills Award:
Paddle safely and competently on rivers up to and including Grade II rivers as a member of a group of peers. Be capable of negotiating obstacles likely to be encountered on Grade II rivers. Assist in rescues
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| Training Provider | Kerry College of Further Education & Training |
| Course Location | Tralee, Kerry |
| Course Type | Practical |
| Course Qualification | Professional Qualification |
| Course Start Date | 20/05/2024 |
| Course End Date | 24/05/2024 |
| Course Duration | 5 days |
| Course Fee | €200 |
| Entry Requirements | Applicants must be 18+ years of age on entry to the course. Non-EU/EEA applicants must have permission to work in Ireland. Competent written and spoken English (CEFR B2 or Higher). Mature applicant route available for applicants aged 23+. Leaving Cert, LCVP, LCA or QQI Level 4 Major Award. An interest in working in outdoor activities |
| Phone | 0667149696 |
| Course Code | 439905 |
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