The Defence Force If you dream of a career in the Navy you will need to demonstrate your swimming ability. But it is not just water based jobs in the Defence Force which require personnel to be competent swimmers. Prospective applicants for the Army and the Airforce also need to undertake a swim test to ensure that they are suitable for the diverse roles that are undertaken in these careers. Up in the Air Flight attendants and pilots are careers which also require a proficient level of swimming. Not only is a swim test required, but training includes simulation of emergency water landings to ensure the cabin crew can assist you to safety. Oceans and Beyond Do you love working with animals? Have you considered a career working with sea creatures? There are a multitude of careers that work with our friends from the ocean and those in our aquariums and zoos. Dolphin trainers and marine biologists are some exciting examples where budding swimmers can put their skills to use. Emergency Services Our local heroes also require swimming skills to help those in sticky situations. Police don’t just encounter criminals or road accidents; they are often called to respond to water emergencies such as on the beach, in creeks and waterways, and also in the case of flooding. Lifeguard Perhaps one of the more well known careers to rely on strong swimming skills is that of a lifeguard. Lifeguards battle some of the roughest conditions to keep us safe at the beach and pool deck lifeguards work tirelessly to keep dozens of swimmers safe at once. Lifeguards have to pass some of the most rigorous swim tests to volunteer or start their careers in the field. Tourism and Leisure For those looking for a more ‘out there’ profession, swimming skills are deeply relied upon in the tourism and leisure industry by professions including diving instructors, tour boat guides and operators, surfing instructors, and those employed as either operators or instructors of water sports. Flood Rescue Operator with the SES The SES relies upon volunteers and permanent staff who are expert swimmers to help in times of water emergencies. These heroes work in some treacherous conditions and having strong swimming skills is essential. Professional Swimmer or Surfer Continue your swimming here at Col Jones and you could be following in the footsteps of many of our swimmers who have made it through to State and National Championships! Perhaps you’ll even be in the Olympics one day! If you have dreams of becoming a pro surfer, continuing your swimming journey will help get you there too. Swim Teacher and Coach We might be a little biased but we think the best jobs in the world are as a Swim Teacher or Coach here at Col Jones! If you have a love of swimming you might find yourself seeking a career with us! Underwater Photographer Perhaps your dream is to work with National Geographic or go out on your own taking photos of the amazing creatures that roam our oceans and all there is to see under the sea? Swimming of course will take you there! WE HAVE THE FOLLOWING OPTIONS... Swimming doesn’t stop at the Gold Medal level – in fact it continues through Club Squads and Seniors where our students really develop their endurance through swimming longer laps and distances. We also have our Competitive stream for those following that path! Swimming isn’t something that is only for children – adults can start their swimming journey at any time.
Whatever your career path might be, don’t discount the importance of knowing how to swim! Where will swimming take YOU? Author: Josephine Moss (Swim School Coordinator) Comments are closed.
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