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PADI Specialties |
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Boat Diver |
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This
course is designed to be an introduction to boat diving
and to help the
student diver develop the skills, knowledge and techniques
necessary for
boat diving.
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overview |
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This course covers the knowledge and techniques of
boat diving. The mini-mum number of recommended hours
is 12, with time being equally divided
between knowledge development and actual water-training
sessions.
To conduct a Boat Diver Course the following is to
be included:
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the planning, organization, procedures, techniques,
problems and
hazards of boat diving.
- proper boat diving etiquette- storage of personal
equipment, personal
conduct and considerations for care of the boat.
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basic, common boat terminology
- local boat diving laws and/or ordinances.
- specific boat diving laws and/or ordinances.
- overview of emergency/safety equipment needed
on-board private diving vessels.
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When available
and convenient, student divers interested in seamanship
and
small boat handling should be directed to specialized
courses offered in this
subject area (like those offered by national coast guard
units, power squad-rons,private schools, colleges/universities,
etc.).
However, basic seamanship and small boat handling skills
may be included in the course at the discretion of the
instructor. |
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Check
the course prices here! |
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