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Diver Training

From absolute beginner to the more experienced, BSAC provides a full training programme that enables divers to progress through a framework of qualifications at their own pace.

Diver Grades

  • There are five internationally-recognised BSAC diver grades, from the entry level Ocean Diver through to our highest grade, First Class Diver.

    In BSAC course, diving skills are taught progressively - each new experience built upon, step-by-step. This combination of theory, pool sessions, open water skills and continual technique practice enables you to develop your diving in a safe and enjoyable way.
All our diver training courses are delivered by qualified instructors through our BSAC clubs over a series of weekly evening sessions and weekend open water training, with the opportunity for regular diving to hone your skills. You can also complete your training over a shorter period of time through a BSAC centre.
  • There are also courses to further your diving development, such as:

    - Rescue techniques, life-saving, first-aid, oxygen administration
  • - Technical Diving, use of mixed gases and rebreathers, search & recovery, extended range diving, advanced techniques
  • - Seamanship, boat handling, chartwork, navigation, outboard maintenance
  • - Scientific, marine life identification, underwater archaeology, underwater Instructor Training
 

BSAC Grade Information

Below is downloadable information of what is involved in each grade of our diver training programme. Click on one of the images to read more.
  • Ocean Diver

  • Our entry level course, this is the ideal introduction to scuba.
  • Sports Diver

  • Consolidates your skills, providing a strong foundation for open water diving .
  • Dive Leader

  • Builds on your rescue skills and develops your dive planning experience .
  • Advanced Diver

  • Broadens your skills to become a fully trained BSAC diver .
  • First Class Diver

  • Our top diving grade, awarded for the highest level of skill and knowledge. Ask a member of the club for details.