Bronze Medallion (PUA20119)
BM-MEM
This is the SLSA Bronze Medallion which will also result in members successfully achieving the PUA20119 Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) qualification.
Introduction:
The Bronze Medallion / Certificate II in Public Safety (Aquatic Rescue) (PUA20119) course provides participants with the skills and knowledge of basic surf awareness in order to be able to participate in lifesaving operations. The course covers all aspects of Lifesaving including rescues‚ the provision of first aid‚ spinal management, radio communication and beach management. This is a core award to be a surf lifesaver in Australia.
Target Audience:
Course candidates should be a minimum 14 years old to commence training. Course candidates should be a minimum 15 years old at date of final assessment. Be able to swim 400m in 9 minutes or less (goggles and mask permitted)‚ in a swimming pool of at least 25m in length or over a measured open-water course. As long as you are continuously swimming, you can choose your own swim stroke.
Learning Outcomes:
- PUAOPE013 Operate communications systems and equipment
- PUASAR012 Apply surf awareness and self-rescue skills
- PUASAR013 Participate in an aquatic rescue operation
- HLTAID010 Provide basic emergency life support
- PUACOM001 Communicate in the workplace
- PUATEA001 Work in a team
- PUATEA004 Work effectively in a public safety organisation
- PUAWHS001 Follow defined work health & safety policies & procedures
Learning Methods:
Blended Learning: Blended learning combines elements of both traditional classroom learning and online learning. It integrates face-to-face instruction with online activities, providing a hybrid learning experience that combines the benefits of both approaches.
Program Benefits:
Content:
Upcoming Workshops
21
Sep
CURRUMBIN BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
21 - 25 September 2026
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 484
22
Sep
Emu Park - Bronze Medallion (PUA20119)
22 September - 2 October 2026
08:30 am - 04:30 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 22
26
Sep
RAINBOW BEACH - BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
26 September - 3 October 2026
08:30 am - 04:30 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 30
27
Sep
NORTH KIRRA 27/9-1/11/26 - BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
27 September - 1 November 2026
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 11
28
Sep
Noosa - BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
28 September - 3 October 2026
07:00 am - 03:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 0
28
Sep
Northcliffe SLSC 28/9 - 2/10 BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
28 September - 2 October 2026
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 17
28
Sep
Palm Beach SLSC (Youth Week) BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
28 September - 2 October 2026
08:00 am - 02:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 45
28
Sep
TH&C BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
28 September - 4 October 2026
08:00 am - 02:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 6
29
Sep
SLSQ Demo (July 2026) - Bronze Medallion (PUA20119) [NQ Lifeguards]
29 September 2026
08:30 am - 04:30 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 6
10
Oct
REDCLIFFE SLSC - BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
10 October - 1 November 2026
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 10
10
Oct
NOBBYS BEACH SLSC BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE
10 October - 7 November 2026
08:30 am - 02:30 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 14
31
Oct
BLS - Bronze Medallion Course
31 October - 5 December 2026
07:30 am - 11:30 am
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 18
5
Dec
CURRUMBIN SLSC BRONZE MEDALLION COURSE FOR MEMBERS ONLY
5 - 20 December 2026
08:00 am - 12:00 pm
Surf Life Saving Queensland
Cost: $0.00
Vacancies: 500