RLSS Trainer Assessor
Take the next step in your aquatics career — become qualified to train and assess others in RLSS qualifications.
Train the next generation of aquatic professionals.
Become an RLSS Trainer Assessor and help raise the standard of safety across the leisure industry.
An RLSS Trainer Assessor (TA) is an individual who is qualified to deliver and assess RLSS qualifications. Whether you're looking to upskill your team in-house or deliver RLSS qualifications to other organisations and the public, becoming a Trainer Assessor is a significant and rewarding step in your aquatics career.
As a TA, you can help train and assess colleagues within your own facility, support workforce development across the sector, or deliver RLSS qualifications independently to businesses and members of the public.
Upcoming courses
Prerequisites to Become an RLSS Trainer Assessor
Before attending a Trainer Assessor course, every candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Be at least 18 years of age
- Hold a current Licence to Operate Membership with the Royal Life Saving Society (RLSS)
- Hold a full qualification that matches the RLSS qualification they wish to train others in — for example, to become an NPLQ Trainer Assessor, candidates must hold a current National Pool Lifeguard Qualification (NPLQ)
Course Content
Days 1–3: TA Core Qualification
Candidates begin with the three-day TA Core qualification. This is a mandatory foundation that covers three modules and results in candidates becoming a Probationary RLSS Trainer Assessor for AED:
Days 4+: Qualification Specialism
Once the TA Core is complete, candidates move into their chosen qualification specialism. Trainer Assessor courses are typically run to qualify candidates as TAs in a particular RLSS course — such as the NPLQ.
The great news is that once you hold the TA Core, you can add further specialisms in the future without needing to repeat it. The following TA Core plus Specialism combinations are available, with the additional delivery duration shown alongside each:
Progression & Next Steps
Becoming an RLSS Trainer Assessor opens up a wide range of professional opportunities — from in-house staff development and quality assurance to independent course delivery. As your experience grows, you can continue to add qualification specialisms to your TA status, building a broad portfolio without the need to repeat the core training.
It's an ideal qualification for experienced aquatic professionals looking to take on a training or leadership role within their organisation or the wider leisure industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
If your question is not answered below, please e-mail: learn@theleisureexperts.com
Do I need to redo the TA Core qualification for each new specialism?
What does 'Probationary Trainer Assessor' mean?
Do I need to be a current RLSS member?
Who is the RLSS Trainer Assessor course designed for?
How long does the full Trainer Assessor course take?
Can I deliver RLSS qualifications commercially once I am qualified as a TA?
How do I maintain my RLSS Trainer Assessor status?
Can I add more specialisms after completing my first Trainer Assessor course?
