COVID-19 FAQ'S Current Teachers

• Q: I have seen AUSTSWIM advertise online PD, how do I find this?

  A: You should have received the AUSTSWIM Pooling Resources Newsletter. If not, please check your junk mail as sometimes our emails end up in there. If you haven’t received the email you can update your details with our friendly staff, via phone or email, and we will add you to the list. 
  

  You can also find these courses on the AUSTSWIM Course calendar, or follow us on Facebook

• Q: My Licence is due to expire. How do I go about renewing?

  A: AUSTSWIM has been working hard with Insurance Made Easy to take some of the pressure off your AUSTSWIM Teacher License renewal.
  Given the unusual circumstances we are facing as an industry, AUSTSWIM will be granting all teachers whose license expires between 20 March and 30 June 2020 an extension on your license period until 1 July 2020.
  

  Please note that for your extension to remain valid you must meet all the licensing requirements. That is; your CPR and Working with Children Check (WWCC) must remain valid and up to date.
  We understand that for some teachers it is going to be impossible to get your CPR or WWCC updated during this time. Rest assured when the time comes you will be able to renew without any penalties. That’s right, there will be no late fees and your license will be updated for a full three (3) years.
  
  We would encourage all AUSTSWIM Teachers whose Teacher License expires during this period to renew if possible. Not only will that ensure that your AUSTSWIM Teacher License is current and you are ready to jump back into the pool as soon as restrictions allow, but you won’t be disadvantaged and you will also receive the extension! 
  
  For more information on renewing click here  

  Other points to consider are: 

  • When does my CPR run out?

  1. It may be more beneficial to submit my renewal form now whilst my other qualifications are current so that I can commence teaching as soon as pools open rather than wait.
  2. That I can take advantage of the payment plan options to ease financial pressure

  • When does my WWCC expire?

  1. Some states have offered extensions for these. Please refer to your own state/territory for relevant information to your situation.

  • I don’t have enough PD hours recorded. What do I do?

  1. Whilst our conferences and other forums have been cancelled, there are a number of other events being held online to gain PD hours. Check out our course finder page on the web for current offerings that you can complete at any time. 

  
  
  

  
  

• Q: My renewal is due but I can't access any pd to complete the hours I need. What do I do?

  AUSTSWIM has a range of low cost and free online professional development options available for teachers. Each week we are releasing additional material which covers a wide range of topics.

  Keep an eye out on your email or follow us on Facebook to receive all the updates .

• Q: Can I request an Extension for my licence renewal?

  A: AUSTSWIM will ensure that disadvantage to swim teachers in relation to accreditation and licencing whilst the industry is in shutdown is minimised. As this is a rapidly changing event, there is so much we do not know including how long swimming pools are closed for.  

  In the interim we do have payment plans to assist teachers in managing the renewal of their AUSTSWIM Licence. For more information on renewing click here  

  Any changes to the renewal process will be communicated to all AUSTSWIM teachers via email.  
  

• Q: I’m not working at the moment and can’t afford the licence renewal fee.

  A: AUSTSWIM will ensure that disadvantage to swim teachers in relation to accreditation and licencing whilst the industry is in shutdown is minimised. As this is a rapidly changing event, there is so much we do not know including how long swimming pools are closed for.  

  In the interim we do have payment plans to assist those who are having difficulty in payment. For more information on renewing click here  

• Q: Did your license expire between 20 March and 30 June 2020, but you already renewed?

  A: Good news, we have you covered!
  

  AUSTSWIM has been working hard with Insurance Made Easy to take some of the pressure off your AUSTSWIM Teacher License renewal. Given the unusual circumstances we are facing as an industry, AUSTSWIM will be granting all teachers whose license expires between 20 March and 30 June 2020 an extension on your license period until 1 July 2020. 
  

  We are aware that some teachers may have renewed their license prior to the extension being applied. Over the next few weeks, we will update your license details and re-issue your extended license for you.

• Q: I was due to complete my extension course but can’t due to pool closures and also I need to update my CPR. Am I able to get an extension?

  A: AUSTSWIM will be granting all teachers whose licence expires between 20 March and 30 June 2020 an extension on your licence, including your insurance, until 1 July 2020. Please note that for your extension to remain valid you must meet all the licensing requirements. That is, your CPR and Working with Children Check (WWCC) must remain valid and up to date. 

• Q: I need to complete my extension course to renew my licence. and as I don’t have a current CPR, does this mean I cannot teach when I go back to work and I am not extended to July?

  A: For your licence to remain current in any circumstance your CPR needs to be current. Your licence if it expires between 20 March – 30 June will have a new expiry date of 1/7/20. If you commence work prior to this day you will need a current CPR certificate. There are several organisations that are offering this training online. Once you have all your requirements to complete your extension training you will be able to renew with us.

• Q: I renewed in February, will I get a new card?

  A: If your licence expired between 20 March and 30 June 2020 and your renewal was processed prior to the licence extension announcement, you will receive an email indicate your new licence expiry date and a new id card will follow soon

• Q: AUSTSWIM has announced that it has extended licence periods does that apply to courses and course requirements?

  A: Given the current situation AUSTSWIM is committed to ensuring that no teacher or course candidate is disadvantaged during this time. We understand the current restrictions mean that undertaking industry training is not an option. Once we know when the restrictions on industry will be lifted and swimming programs re-commence, we will be able to advise of the extension details. We would recommend that during this time you aim to complete and submit all possible requirements. Please be aware extension periods may be different depending on your individual circumstances. If you have concerns, please contact your AUSTSWIM office in each state for guidance on this

• Q: AUSTSWIM has announced that it has extended the licence period, for all teachers expiring between 20 March – 30 June is there a cut-off date to renew?

  A: AUSTSWIM has extended the licence period for all teachers expiring between
  20 March – 30 June and will have a new expiry date of 1/7/20.  Further details about any applicable cut off dates will be made available as changes to restrictions and the re-opening of facilities is made available.