DIVEMASTER COURSE
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Congratulations on choosing the Perth Diving Academy PADI Divemaster Internship! The PADI Divemaster certification is the first professional level in the PADI System and therefore, the dive community expects individuals of this level to have certain attributes, such as:
Upon successful completion of the PADI Divemaster Internship with PDA, you will display all of the above characteristics, with confidence. You will also have gained experience with the day-to-day operating procedures of a recreational dive business, ranging from customer service to vessel operations. This not only prepares you for the PADI Assistant Instructor or PADI Instructor Development Course, but also provides you the required skills and qualifications to gain employment within the recreational dive industry. PRE-REQUISITES
EDUCATIONAL TOOLS As part of your course fee you will receive a PADI Crew pack bag containing:
In addition to this, you should have the following:
(Note: Once at this level, as a Divemaster you are qualified to assist in teaching. The PADI Instructor Manual is an outline of Standards and Procedures for all PADI Professionals as well as requirements for , and how to run courses. If you are intending to attend a PADI Instructor Development Course ,you are required to have this manual.) REQUIRED EQUIPMENT
The PADI Divemaster Internship is divided into three modules: the Knowledge Development Module, the Water skills and Stamina Module, and the Practical Application Module. KNOWLEDGE DEVELOPMENT MODULE This module consists of 12 topics:
Knowledge Reviews There are nine chapters in the PADI Divemaster Manual, each with a Knowledge Review. Divemaster candidates must complete and turn in each Knowledge Review as directed by the Instructor. In addition, the Diving Knowledge Workbook must be completed. Exams Prior to certification, candidates must complete the Divemaster Final Exam, consisting of eight sections:
Each of these sections contain 20 multiple choice questions, in which candidates must achieve a score of 75% or better in each section, to pass. Emergency Assistance Plan Each candidate must create an Emergency Assistance Plan for a dive site. The Emergency Assistance Plan provides information to someone who may need to manage a diving accident at the assigned dive site, and is evaluated on the completeness of such information. The Knowledge Development Module will be completed through a combination of independent study, video and classroom sessions, and informal discussions as directed by your Instructor. WATERSKILLS AND STAMINA MODULE Confined Waterskills Assessment The Instructor will work with candidates so they are able to perform the 18 basic dive skills from the PADI Skill Evaluation, to demonstration quality.
These skills are then evaluated by the instructor to provide a score for each of the individual candidate. Stamina Assessment Candidates will be required to:
Diver Rescue Assessment Candidates will be required to locate and surface a victim, properly check for and initiate breathing, tow the victim while removing own and victim’s weights, mask and scuba unit, and remove the victim from the water. PRACTICAL APPLICATION MODULE Mapping Project Candidates must survey with a buddy, a dive site or part of a dive site assigned by the Instructor, including underwater and surface features, with sufficient detail and accuracy for creating a map of the site. Create a map of the dive site, showing the underwater relief, important points of interest, recommended entry/exit areas, local facilities and potential hazards. An adequate map is one that is complete and would be useful for navigation by someone who has never dived at the site before. Problem Solving Exercise Candidates will be assigned a task by the Instructor, in order to demonstrate the ability to solve unanticipated problems underwater. Divemaster Conducted Programs Candidates must conduct a simulated or actual PADI Discover Snorkeling, Scuba Review, Discover Local Diving program or PADI Skin Diver course, while under the direct supervision of a PADI Instructor. Candidates are to conduct the chosen course with a complete briefing, effective and safe in-water supervision, and an effective debriefing. Practical Application The final section of the Practical Application Module meets both instructional and experience goals by having Candidates supervise and assist divers during actual training situations (under Instructor supervision). This provides Candidates with the opportunity to apply principles and skills to actual supervision and teaching situations. Divemaster candidates must assist an Instructor in at least 5 confined water sessions and 5 open water sessions from any of the following PADI courses: Open Water Diver, Advanced Diver, Rescue Diver or Specialty program. Candidates will also gain experience in supervision of certified divers not participating in a formal course. Successful completion of the PADI Divemaster Internship does not solely depend on the Candidate passing all theory exams, and each assessment. By the end of the program, Candidates must also be able to demonstrate the qualities expected of a PADI Divemaster, by the diving industry. A reasonable level of commitment and a mature attitude are necessary to meet these standards and to ensure a successful PADI Divemaster Internship with PDA. The PDA Divemaster course has a flexible timetable. Please discuss with us a timetable that would be suitable for you.... Back to Training Courses Introduction page Last Updated: Wednesday, 24 January 2007 |