AUSTSWIM has been Australia’s national organisation for the teaching of Swimming and Water Safety since 1979. In that time, we have trained over 410,000 Teachers of Swimming and Water Safety and continue to train around 10,000 candidates annually.
AUSTSWIM has developed quality aquatic education programs for those wishing to enter the aquatic industry as a Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety, together with a range of industry-leading specialist courses that will enable candidates to become well-regarded assets in their chosen fields.
The AUSTSWIM Licence is the industry standard for Swimming and Water Safety teachers. It is delivered and recognised in each state and territory of Australia, as well as in many countries overseas, and is the most well-known, widely recognised and regarded accreditation in the industry.
SWIMMING AND WATER SAFETY STARTS WITH US
TEACHER OF SWIMMING AND WATER SAFETY
Diversify your career opportunities and join Australia’s best swimming teachers with the AUSTSWIM Teacher of Swimming and Water Safety accreditation. AUSTSWIM Licensed Teachers have water safety experience that is second to none, helping to empower people and encourage active lifestyles.
"AUSTSWIM is NOT a CRICOS provider so students on a visa subclass 500 cannot enrol in any AUSTSWIM courses conducted in Australia. Individuals on a VISA must check their VISA conditions before enrolling. For other Visas, start a VISA query here"
You'll get the highest quality education for an in-demand job with the most trusted provider of swimming teacher education in Australia.
We have trained over 400,000 swim teachers since 1979!
Be job ready
89.9%* of our candidates get jobs
*NCVER Survey 2025
Work anywhere
Our qualification is recognised nationally and internationally
Flexibility
Fit your job around uni, school or parenting - or a second gig!
Hands on, practical training
Flexible online + in-person learning with a focus on safety and survival skills
Ongoing support
Professional development opportunities
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Support from our expert trainers
Teacher insurance
Included once you are qualified
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Peace of mind
411,922
Trained Teachers since 1979
8,276
Trained Teachers in 2024
863
AUSTSWIM Courses held in 2024
STAY CONNECTED
AUSTSWIM SWIM SCHOOL NETWORK
The AUSTSWIM Swim School Network connects swim schools around Australia with exclusive benefits, credibility, recognition and national alignment with Australia’s most trusted swim teacher education organisation.
Keep your finger on the pulse and maintain your teaching status. AUSTSWIM provide AUSTSWIM Licensed Teachers with ongoing training and professional development opportunities to add to their toolbox.
I’VE ALWAYS BEEN PROUD TO BRING GREATER AWARENESS TO AUSTSWIM, AND 2024 IS A SPECIAL YEAR FOR ME AS I’M PROUDLY CELEBRATING 16 YEARS AS AN AUSTSWIM AMBASSADOR. SWIMMING, WATER SAFETY AND THE IMPORTANCE OF WATER AWARENESS IN, ON AND AROUND ALL AQUATIC ENVIRONMENTS NEEDS TO BE AN INTEGRAL PART OF LIVING IN AUSTRALIA.
