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Big Blue Tech: Technical Diver Courses

Technical Diving allows experienced divers to dive deeper, enter overhead environments such as a wreck or caves or dive for longer bottom times with specialized equipment after gaining expert training.

Technical or deep dives are defined as dives deeper than the standard recreational limits of between 30-40m. This is due to the fact that breathing regular air while experiencing depths below 30m causes an increasing amount of impairment due to nitrogen narcosis.

Technical diving is also described as dives that are long enough to require mandatory decompression stops which can be performed using nitrox or pure oxygen. Decompression diving carries higher risks as it is no longer safe to make a direct ascent to the surface when underwater problems occur. That’s why obtaining the necessary technical training is essential before you consider this type of diving.

Taking technical diving even further is introducing the use of hypoxic breathing gas mixtures such as trimix, heliox and heliair. Breathing air at depths greater than 55m generally increases the risks of symptoms of oxygen toxicity resulting in seizures and often drowning. Adding helium to the air reduces both the percentage of Oxygen and Nitrogen in the breathing mix allowing deeper dive depths.

Inert gases, such as nitrogen and helium, are absorbed into body tissues when breathed under high pressure. These dissolved gases must be allowed to release gradually from body tissues to prevent decompression sickness or the bends, explaining the need for a decompression schedule at various stops of the ascent of a technical deep diver.

Technical diving involves significantly longer durations than recreational diving, therefore it is necessary to increase their supply of breathing gases by connecting multiple diving cylinders or by using a rebreather. Technical divers also carry reserve equipment and gases should they experience failure from their primary source, which is why you will see technical divers with much more equipment than recreational divers.

Below is a summary of the open circuit courses we off here at Big Blue Tech. Each course has a specific list of pre-requisites in addition to our own terms and conditions for enrollment.

All courses are offered through TDI and DSAT

Solo Diver

The Greatest Diving Taboo

solo diver

The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures for diving solo. Upon successful completion of this course, graduates may engage in solo diving activities.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 21
• Have a Minimum certification of Advanced Diver • Have a Minimum of one hundred (100) logged dives

Duration:
This course is run over two full days, the first day is academic and looks at the benefits, risks, operational planning and equipment consideration for solo diving. Day one also takes a closer look at pony bottles or redundant breathing supply (RBS) and correct wearing and assembly with 2 dives. Day 2 made up of two more dives with navigation, stamina and emergency drills.

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Nitrox Diver

The Pre-Requisite for all

tech diver

This is the entry-level certification course for recreational divers wishing to utilize enriched air Nitrox (EAN) as a breathing gas. The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards, and proper procedures for using Nitrox mixes from twenty two (22) to forty (40) percent oxygen content.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 15
• Have a Minimum certification of Open Water Diver or a current enrollment in an Open Water Diver course

Duration:
This course is run over two full days, the first day is academic and looks at the benefits, risks, operational planning and equipment consideration for nitrox diving. Day one also takes a closer look at blending techniques and correct analysis as well as correct labeling of nitrox gases. Day 2 made up of two dives.

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Level 1 - Tech Diver

Intro to Technical Diving

tech diver

The TDI Intro to Tech course introduces students to the world of technical diving.The objective of this course is to familiarize students with technical gear configurations, to enhance open water diving skills (such as buoyancy, trim, and situational awareness), and to introduce students to advanced gas planning techniques within a no-decompression context. This course is strictly a no-decompression course; students are permitted to use Enriched Air Nitrox mixes, provided the gas mix is within their current level of certification.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 18
• Minimum certification of Advanced Diver or equivalent
• Proof of 25 logged open water dives

Duration:
This course is taught over 2 days as a stand alone course. students wishing to continue their education can move on to Level 2.

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Level 2 - Tech Diver

Advanced Nitrox

technical diver

The objective of this course is to train the divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures for utilising EAN 21 through to 100 percent oxygen for dives not requiring staged decompression. To a depth of 40 msw (130fsw) this course can be combined with Decompression Procedures at the discretion of your instructor.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 15
• Minimum certification of TDI Nitrox Diver or equivalent
• Proof of 25 logged open water dives

Duration:
This course is run over three days if taught stand alone or five days if combined with the TDI Decompression Procedures course. Students looking at moving into further technical diving courses will need Advanced Nitrox certifications to enrol on the higher technical dive courses.

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Level 3 - Tech Diver

Decompression Procedures

tec deep diver

Duration:
This Course examines theory, methods and procedures of planned stage decompression diving. The objective of the course is to train divers how to plan and conduct standard staged decompression dives not exceeding a maximum depth of 150 fsw / 45 msw. During the course students will look at the most common equipment requirements, gear set-ups, decompression techniques and dive planning. Students are able to use EAN and Oxygen for decompression provided the gas mix is within their current certification level.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 18
• Minimum certification of open water diver
• Proof of 25 logged open water dives

Duration:
This course is run over three days if it is taught stand alone or over five days if combined with the TDI Advanced Nitrox course. Consisting of two days theory, equipment workshop and three full days boat diving. Students taking the combined training will also require a basic nitrox certification to enrol onto the Advanced Nitrox course. See our main price list which shows you the course saving when combining the Advanced Nitrox course with the Decompression Procedures course.

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Level 4 - Tech Diver

Deep Extended Range

tec deep diver

Duration:
This course provides training and experience required to competently utilise air for dives up to 180 fsw, 55 msw that require stage decompression, utilising nitrox mixtures or oxygen during decompression. This course is the most rewarding course you may take as a diver and sets the foundations for all your future deep diving.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 18
• Minimum of 100 logged dives, of which 25 must be deeper than 100 fsw / 30 msw
• Certification as a TDI Advanced Nitrox and TDI Decompression Procedures Diver (or equivalent) are required

Duration:
This course is run over four days and consists of one day of theory and equipment workshop if required plus three full day's boat diving with a total of six dives.

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Level 5 - Tech Diver

Normoxic Trimix Diver

trimix diver

The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures of utilising custom oxygen / helium / nitrogen mixtures as breathing gases with no less than 18% Oxygen, and utilize Nitrox mixtures and Oxygen for decompression to a maximum depth of 60 msw (200 fsw). This course is for students looking at diving deeper reducing the effect of nitrogen narcosis and handling Oxygen Toxicity. This course has fast become the course of choice over the TDI Extended Range course.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 18
• Minimum certification as a TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver and Decompression Procedures Diver (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 100 logged dives

Duration:
This course is run over four days and consists of one day of theory and three days boat diving. However, students who have already completed the Extended Range course may be credited two dives towards this course.

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Level 6 - Tech Diver

Hypoxic Trimix Diver

diving the HTMS Pangan

The objective of this course is to train divers in the benefits, hazards and proper procedures of utilising custom oxygen / helium / nitrogen mixtures as breathing gases with less than 18% Oxygen, and utilize Nitrox mixtures and Oxygen for decompression to a maximum depth of 100 msw This course is for students looking at diving deeper reducing the effect of nitrogen narcosis and handling Oxygen Toxicity. This course is the highest diver rating achievable via the TDI course routes, it is extreme diving so therefore requires extreme levels of tuition. Students will master advanced planning techniques and open water skills required for this type of diving.

Student Prerequisites:
• Minimum age of 18
• Minimum certification as an Extended Range Diver or Trimix Diver (or equivalent)
• Minimum of 100 logged dives

Duration:
This course is run over five days and consists of one day of theory and four days boat diving. However, students who have already completed the Extended Range course may be credited two dives towards this course at the discretion of the instructor.

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Course Enrollment Details:
Enrollment in a technical course guarantees you excellent and complete training. However, it does not guarantee you a certification card. You must earn that. All of our training is performance based.

Big Blue Tech: Cave and Cavern Diving Courses

Cave diving is the last frontier in diving. Noted as one of the most dangerous and hazardous sports on the planet, this style and method of diving needs to be respected as much as the rush and enjoyment is cherished.

With several main land thailand cave systems and west coast island caverns we have many options throughout thailand. As you will note there is not level one in this curriculum. We recommend students enroll in the Level I Tech Diver course first.

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Level 1 - Cavern Diver

This is the intermediate level certification course for divers wishing to utilize This course is designed to develop the minimum skills and knowledge for cavern and overhead environment diving within the limits of light penetration; in addition outlines specific hazards associated with cave diving. The Cavern Diver Course in not intended to provide instruction for cave diving environments. The objective of this course is to train divers in the proper planning, procedures, techniques and hazards of cavern diving.

Pre-requisites:
The student must:
1. Be at least age eighteen (18) or fifteen (15) with parental consent.
2. Show proof of a minimum certification as a certified diver with a minimum of twenty five (25)
dives.

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Level 2 - Intro to Cave Diver

is course is an introduction to the basic principles of cave diving utilizing a single primary guide line.
Introductory cave diving is the second level in the development of safe techniques for cave diving, directly building
upon the cavern diver course. This introduction to cave diving is not intended to train divers for all facets of cave
diving. The objective of this course is the perfection of skills taught in the cavern diving program, in addition to the
adoption of additional techniques and procedures required for elementary cave dives.

The student must:
1. Be a minimum age of eighteen (18) or fifteen (15) with parental consent.
2. Show proof of a minimum certification of TDI Cavern Diver or equivalent.

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Level 3 - Cave Diver

This course is designed to teach This course is the third (3rd) stage of training in the series of TDI’s cave diver development programs.
Advanced cave dive planning, the practical execution of different types of cave systems and scenarios divers encounter are presented. This cave diving course is not intended to prepare divers for evaluating all facets of cave diving. The objective of this course is to expand and critique previous skills accomplished in the Cavern and
Introductory Cave diving programs. Emphasis is placed upon dive planning and skill perfection through actual cave penetration.

The student must:
1. Be a minimum age of eighteen (18).
2. Have a minimum certification of TDI Introductory Cave Diver or equivalent.

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Course Enrollment Details:
Enrollment in a technical course guarantees you excellent and complete training. However, it does not guarantee you a certification card. You must earn that. All of our training is performance based.

Big Blue Tech: Rebreather Courses

A rebreather is diving unit that allows you to re-breathe the exhaled gas you have already consumed, unlike open circuit scuba, where you breathe directly from the cylinder and then vent all the gas into the surrounding atmosphere.

We only metabolize around 4% of the inspired oxygen, the balance is exhausted along with CO2 (carbon dioxide). The rebreather captures the exhaled gas and re-uses it by removing the CO2 and re-circulating the oxygen, it also adds fresh gas to the system to keep it at a life sustaining level.

There are three different types of rebreather: SCR Semi-Closed, CCR Fully Closed and Oxygen Rebreathers (not available). The Semi-Closed works on a principle of consistently adding fresh gas to the loop while re-using the exhaled gas. These units also vent a portion of the gas into the atmosphere, and even though this happens the gas supply lasts significantly longer than open circuit (recreational diving).

Once you start diving on a rebreather you many find it very difficult to come back to the dark ages of open circuit diving.

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Level I - CCR Diver

Introduction to Closed Circuit Rebreathers

ccr pool

This is for people who want to try Closed Circuit Rebreather diving.

It gives you a chance to use a unit with the help of a qualified instructor. You only need to be Open Water certified to get a chance to do a shallow dive with a rebreather unit.

This is a very safe course and it is done in a controlled environment. This can be accomplished in one short day. It is a good way to see how a rebreather works. If you do like what you have done, you can progress to the next level.

Agencies: ANDI - TDI

Pre-requisites:

*Certified Diver to 18m
*15 Logged Dives

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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Level II - SCR Diver

Semi Closed Rebreather Course

scr koh tao

The length of this course is approximately 4 days. There is one day of theory, one day in the pool and two days on the ocean.

This course gives most people plenty of time to get comfortable with the SCR unit.

You must remember, the buoyancy characteristics are not the same as with open circuit. You will be shown how to assemble and disassemble your unit to develop confidence to achieve it on your own.

The two days on the ocean will provide no less than 150 minutes of bottom time, again to provide ample experience. Don't miss out on the opportunity to dive silent and more comfortable.

Agencies: ANDI - TDI - PADI

Rebreather Unit Options: Drager | Azimuth

Pre-requisites:

* Certified recreational diver to use Enriched air nitrox up to 40%
* Minimum logged dives: 50
* Minimum age: 18 years old

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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Level III - CCR Diver

Closed Circuit Rebreather Course (Recreational)

Military rebreather unit

This course is similar to the Level II, SCR program except that you will be using a fully Closed Circuit Unit.

Minimum open water time is increased to 180 minutes. The pre-requisites are the same as in Level II, SCR.

Agencies: ANDI - TDI

Rebreather Unit Options: Pelagian DCCCR | Inspiration | Evolution | Kiss

Pre-requisites:

*Certified technical diver to use Enriched air nitrox to extend no decompression up to 80%
* Minimum logged dives: 50
* Minimum age: 18 years old

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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Level IV - CCR Diver

Closed Circuit Rebreather Course (Technical)

Fully Kitted rebreather setup

For the more experienced certified rebreather divers who would like to do dives beyond the recreational limits.

This level of rebreather diving is obviously considerably more extensive. During the course we will take you to a maximum depth of 50 meters. We will be doing decompression no deeper then 9 meters with a maximum decompression time of 30 minutes.

There are four to five dives with a minimum bottom time of 180 minutes and a minimum run time of 210 minutes. Plenty of time will be devoted to practicing decompression procedures.

Agencies: ANDI - TDI

Rebreather Unit Options: Pelagian DCCCR | Inspiration | Evolution | Kiss

Pre-requisites:

* Certified technical diver to use pure oxygen to accelerate decompression.
* Level III CCR (or qualifying certification from another organization).
* Minimum logged dives: 100
* Minimum age: 18 years old

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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Level V - CCR Diver

Closed Circuit Rebreather Course (Mixed Gas)

This is the highest level you can reach.

The maximum depth for this course is 100 meters which should satisfy all needs. The minimum time using the unit during the course is 240 minutes bottom time with a total run time of 300 minutes.

To be able to dive these deeper depths you have to definitely be familiar with your equipment and your specific unit. You will have the confidence and ability to plan and execute these dives when you finish this course.

Agencies: ANDI - TDI

Rebreather Unit Options: Inspiration | Evolution | Kiss

Pre-requisites:

*Certified technical diver to use pure oxygen for decompression
*Certified helium mix gas diver
*Normoxic divers will be limited by depth depending on certification
* Minimum logged dives: 200
* Minimum age: 18 years old

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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Big Blue Tech: Scuba Engineer Courses

For scuba diving professionals, the need to be qualified in a variety of skills is increasing beyond diving level certifications. Having advanced medical training is as important as being able to maintain, test, service and repair scuba diving machinery and equipment. To help make you more employable and increase your diving knowledge we have worked with leading engineers to provide the following internationally recognized courses.

Upon completion, not only will the student receive several international certifications but also get a week long internship at our 5 star dive resort.

The program has three modules or components. With this modular design, the student can build a custom program suited to his or her needs.

*items marked in blue are specific to Big Blue Tech and not course standard.

Dive Industry Technician Course (DITC)

Dive Industry Technician Course

This is a 10 day ASSET & SITA and IDEST approved course, covering all aspects of service, repair and workshop operation.The course has a 9-module curriculum supported by a Dive Industry Technicians Handbook specially written to accompany the course.The course is designed to give as much emphasis on practical knowledge and skills with a large proportion of the course devoted to ‘hands on‘ practical work.

Syllabus includes:
* The physics of diving related plant and equipment
* Regulator service and repair
* Equipment theory - design and construction
* Compressor, air banks - operation and air quality
* Setting up a professional workshop
* Warranties and customer care
* Working practices, standards and procedures
* Regulations and standards
* Cylinder testing

Pre-requisites:

*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age

Orientation & Assessment Course (DITC)

ORIENTATION & ASSESSMENT COURSE

The purpose of this course is to orientate candidates to ASSET Standards & Codes of Practices, British Standards, Heath & Safety Law, revise knowledge requirements, assess practical skills and experience so that the experienced Technician can gain ASSET Advanced Technician Certification. This certification is a pre requisite for IDEST Service Center Approval.

Pre-requisites:

* 2 years experience as a technician
* 3 Manufacturers repair clinic certificates
* Evidence of experience etc.
*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age

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* Brings the experience technician up to date with the latest procedures for servicing life support equipment used in the dive industry
* Provides a certificate of recognition for the technicians experience. This may assist in obtaining permission to attend manufacturer service seminars.
* As the highest scuba technician rating, it further assists the candidate in acquiring work in the dive industry.

Cylinder Testing Course (Part 1)

Cylinder Testing Course

The ASSET 2 day CYLINDER TESTING COURSE (Part 1) is the first part of a two level training scheme and introduces the theory and practice of cylinder testing.

The theory part:

* Cylinder testing practices and procedures
* Valve maintenance
* Thread gauging
* Standards
* Codes of practice
* HSE

The practical part:

* Inspection
* Measurement
* Hydrostatic Testing etc.

Key Benefits

* Comprehensive training in scuba tank and tank valve maintenance
* All the latest techniques and information used
* Essential for annual inspection of scuba tanks used in the recreational dive industry

Changes in UK and European legislation together with the requirement for ‘competent and approved’ persons to carry out cylinder testing has created the need for a higher standard of training and certification of those who carry out this work.

Pre-requisites:

*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age

Cylinder Testing Course (Part 2)

Cylinder Testing Course

The ASSET 2-day CYLINDER TESTING COURSE (Part 2) - ADVANCED is aimed at the experienced Cylinder Tester.

* Metallurgy
* Inspection
* Crack detection
* Determination

During this course the Cylinder Testers inspection skills will be honed and tested.

On successful completion of the course the candidate will be awarded the ASSET CYLINDER TESTING (Part 2) ADVANCED Certificate.

Key Benefits

* Covers the very latest techniques in advanced scuba tank visual inspection
* A practical exam with borderline pass fail examples verifies the inspectors skills
* The highest ASSET certification grade in scuba tank visual inspection

Pre-requisites:

* Have completed the ASSET Part 1 course OR
* Have completed the DIVE INDUSTRY TECHNICIANS COURSE
*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age

Compressed Air Management Course

A new course introduced in to compliment the Cylinder Testing Course, but also for Dive Industry personnel or other industry's with responsibilities for day to day compressor operation and maintenance plus filling of breathing air cylinders

The course covers general maintenance, operation, standards and relevant legislation.

Key Benefits

* Prevents costly damage to the compressor unit through lack of operator care
* Prevents costly damage or destruction of the dive centers scuba tanks through the moistures damage resulting from the damp air supplied from an incorrectly cared for compressor
* Provides proof of formal compressor and air bank training. When a new compressor stops working, manufacturers often blame the operator or the owner if the person responsible for compressor operation has no training. If the compressor operator has formal training, the blame for compressor failure shifts to the manufacturer or supplier of the unit.

Pre-requisites:

*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age

Gas Blender Course

This course provides the training required to allow candidates to competently and safely blend Nitrox gas. The objective of this course is to train candidates in the proper techniques, equipment requirements and hazards involved in blending Nitrox gases for recreational scuba. This course is run over one full day including academic presentations, blending workshops and a final exam.

Student Prerequisites:

* Minimum age of 18

Advanced Gas Blender Course

Gas Blender Course

This course enables the successful candidate to engage in the blending of oxygen and helium based gasses. The objective of this course is to train candidates in the proper procedures needed for the preparation and blending of high quality Nitrox and Trimix gases for use in technical diving. This course takes one full day and during this time students will master all the techniques required for blending technical gases both within a blending facility and out in the field.

Student Prerequisites:

* Minimum age of 18
* Show proof of certification of TDI Nitrox Gas Blender or equivalent.

O2 Service Technician

Gas Blender Course

This course enables the successful candidate to engage in the preparation of scuba equipment, including regulators, tanks and blending systems that are exposed to Technical Diving Gases. The objective of this course is to train candidates in the proper procedures required for oxygen equipment cleaning. This course is generally run over one full day.

Student Prerequisites:

* Minimum age of 18
* Show proof of certification of TDI Nitrox Gas Blender or equivalent
* Provide proof of VIP certification through a recognized agency
* Provide proof of certification through a recognized manufacturing company regulator clinic
* Provide proof of employment through a recognized scuba related facility, manufacturer/distributor or proof of intent to acquire such employment

Big Blue Tech: Diver Medic Courses

The needs of the diving industry are demanding in the extreme sense. Safety regulations and compliance issues are a major concern. The potential for injury is obvious and many regulatory and industry standards setting agencies have addressed this in new and tightened regulations.

Upon completion of the three core programs, the student will be prepared for work in remote locations (where most diving takes place) and able to deal with accidents ranging from coral cuts and abrasions to DCI (Decompression Illness)Paralysis.

We have developed a complete list of Emergency Response, Diver Medical Technician and Chamber Operator programs to prepare the student for the rigors of emergency medical field care. It is also an excellent class for physicians to be introduced to the principles and physiology of diving medicine and the hyperbaric environment.

Due to the available location of our programs, students may have the rare and unique opportunity to act as "chamber operators" and "chamber tenders" for actual patients. This type of actual "hands-on" experience is priceless. These clinical sessions are conducted under the strict and constant supervision of the DMT Instructor/Coordinator and Chamber physicians.

The program is designed and presented in a modular format. It allows an individual with no prior medical training to progress to a Diver Medical Technician certification, in accordance with the NBDHMT Standards - the most rigorous in the world.

The program has three modules or components. With this modular design, the student can build a custom program suited to his or her needs.

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Emergency Medical Technician

The first component is the Emergency Medical Technician Basic Program. It is required for anyone operating in an ambulance in the and is the minimum medical training requirement for Diver Medical Technician certification.

The EMT Program includes:
*advanced airway
*defibrillation
*intra muscular injection
*medication administration
*glucose readings
*nebulized inhalers
*intravenous catheterization

Agencies: NBDHMT, IMCA, HSE, ANDI

Pre-requisites:

*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age
*First Aid and CPR Training
* for IMCA certification, student must be commercial diver.

Available Locations: Manilla

Enrollment: Course run every 2 months. Space Limited

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Diver Medical Technician Program

Dive Medic Technician

This is the second component of the National Board of Diving and Hyperbaric Medical Technology. This course, which will provide the student with knowledge and skills in the specialized field of diving medicine. It will cover gas laws, diving physics and physiology, diagnosis and treatment of diving related illness and injuries, and multi lock hyperbaric chamber operation. This is an excellent introduction course for physicians and nurses interested in pursuing a specialty in Hyperbaric Medicine. For non-medically trained individuals, this program will provide Hyperbaric Chamber Operator certification.

Agencies: NBDHMT, IMCA, HSE, ANDI

Pre-requisites:

*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age
*First Aid and CPR Training
* for IMCA certification, student must be commercial diver.
*Emergency Medical Technician

Available Locations: Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak

Enrollment: Course run every 2 months. Space Limited

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Remote Emergency Medical Technician

The third component is the Remote Emergency Medical Technician Program. This is a course of intensive study and practical labs. The primary objective of this class is to provide a knowledge and practical skills base.This includes the needed skills for a remote environment cardiac incident.

The REMT Program includes:
*thoracic decompression,
*orthopedic injury splinting
*emergency dental treatment
*emergency wound closure (suturing)
*Foley catheterization.
*ACLS for Basic Life Support personnel.

Agencies: NBDHMT, IMCA, HSE, ANDI

Pre-requisites:

*Certified Diver to 30m
*20 years of age
*First Aid and CPR Training
* for IMCA certification, student must be commercial diver.
*Emergency Medical Technician
*Dive Medic Technician

Available Locations: Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak

Enrollment: Course run every 2 months. Space Limited

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Participants

sss chamber

These courses are perfect for the diving professional to learn more about the medical side of diving and how to treat it, and other potential disasters that could arise in the remote locations that diving takes place. This course is ideal for the staff and owners of liveaboards and remote diving shops that make Asia the Number 1 diving destination in the world.

This program is also designed for Physicians, Paramedics, EMT's, DMT's, Diving Medical Officers, Chamber Supervisors, Nurses, Clinical Hyperbaric Technicians, Rescue Personnel, and Commercial Diving Professionals.

The various modules of the program will provide CEUs and CMEs for the various allied health care professional. Active DMT's, EMT's can also renew or refresh their skills and certifications by attending portions of this program.
*5 day clinic internship is required for certification, included with every course.

Big Blue Tech: Technical Instructor

These courses are designed to take a current and experienced recreational instructor and technical diver into the world of teaching technical diving. These courses are taught by Instructor Trainers and Course Directors from their own agency. On top of learning the skills the student is required to have a great general understanding of technical diving prior to enrollment.

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Tech Level I - Instructor

Extended Range

This course is designed to help the student become an entry level technical diving instructor.

Upon completion you will be able to teach technical extended range diving, non decompression technical diving using enriched air nitrox up to 80%

This course is a great step for those wishing to start to build their experience while teaching aspects of technical diving at the same time,

Agencies: ANDI, TDI, DSAT, SSI TXR

Certification Names:
*Advanced Nitrox Instructor,
*Extended Range Instructor,
*Technical Foundations Instructor,
*Decompression Procedures Instructor

Pre-requisites:

*these vary depending on certifying agency. However you will need to be an experienced technical diver and recreational instructor first.
*diving insurance for technical diving

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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Tech Level II - Instructor

Accelerated Decompression

This course is designed to help the student become an intermediate level technical diving instructor.

Upon completion you will be able to teach technical accelerated decompression diving,using different mixes of nitrox up to pure oxygen

This course is a great step for those who have experience teaching level 1 technical diving.

Agencies: ANDI, TDI, DSAT, SSI TXR

Certification Names:
*Advanced Nitrox Instructor
*Tec Deep Instructor
*Accelerated Decompression Instructor
*Advanced Decompression Procedures Instructor

Pre-requisites:

*these vary depending on certifying agency. However you will need to be an experienced technical diver and recreational instructor first.
* Some courses require you issue a minimum amount of certifications for various disciplines
*diving insurance for technical diving

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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Tech Level III - Instructor

Normoxic Trimix

This course is designed to help the student become an advanced level technical diving instructor.

Upon completion you will be able to teach diving on trimix 21% to 16% and technical accelerated decompression diving,using different mixes of nitrox up to pure oxygen. You may also teach the method of travel gas and wearing multiple cylinders.

This course is a great step for those who have experience teaching level 1 and 2 technical diving.

Agencies: ANDI, TDI, DSAT, SSI TXR

Certification Names:
*Tec Trimix Instructor
*Mixed Gas Instructor
*Normoxic Trimix Instructor
*Intro to Trimix Instructor

Pre-requisites:

*these vary depending on certifying agency. However you will need to be an experienced technical diver and technical instructor first.
* Some courses require you issue a minimum amount of certifications for various disciplines
*diving insurance for technical diving

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Khao Lak, Pattaya

Enrollment: Course available on request:

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Tech Level IV - Instructor

Hypoxic Trimix

This course is designed to help the student become an advanced trimix level technical diving instructor.

Upon completion you will be able to teach diving on trimix 21% to 10% and technical accelerated decompression diving,using different mixes of nitrox up to pure oxygen. You may also teach the method of travel gas and wearing multiple cylinders.

This course is a great step for those who have experience teaching normoxic trimix.

Agencies: ANDI, TDI, DSAT, SSI TXR

Certification Names:
*Tec Trimix Instructor
*Advanced Mixed Gas Instructor
*Hypoxic Trimix Instructor
*Advanced Trimix Instructor

Pre-requisites:

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Khao Lak, Pattaya

Enrollment: Course available on request:

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Cave Level I - IV - Instructor

Cave - Cavern Instructor

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There are several levels of cave and cavern instructor, Many require that you have experience as a technical diver first. The physics and physiology don't change, just the environment. Those who are already a technical instructor can contact us about options for moving into cave instruction.

Agencies: ANDI, TDI

Certification Names:
*Advanced Cave Instructor
*Cavern Instructor
*Cave Instructor
*Trimix Cave Instructor

Pre-requisites:

Available Locations: Phuket, Khao Lak, Pattaya

Enrollment: Course available on request:

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CCR Level I - IV - Instructor

Rebreather Instructor

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There are several levels of CCR instructor, Many require that you have experience as a CCR diver first, and your training will be specific to a unit as each are different. The physics and physiology don't change, just the equipment. Those who are already a technical instructor can contact us about options for moving into CCR instruction.

Agencies: ANDI, TDI, DSAT, SSI TXR

Certification Names:
*Air Dil Instructor
*CCR Instructor
*SCR Instructor
*Mixed Gas Dil Instructor

Pre-requisites:

*these vary depending on certifying agency. However you will need to be an experienced rebreather diver and technical instructor first.
* Some courses require you issue a minimum amount of certifications for various disciplines
*diving insurance for technical diving

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Pattaya

Enrollment: Course available on request:

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Blender - Instructor

Gas Blender

Becoming a gas blender instructor is quite simple. Once you are already a diving instructor and a gas blender you can complete the Gas Blender Instructor Course

Agencies: ANDI, TDI, DSAT, SSI TXR

Certification Names:
*Gas Blender Instructor
*Nitrox Blender Instructor
*Trimix Blender Instructor

Pre-requisites:

*these vary depending on certifying agency. However you will need to be an experienced gas blender first and a recreational instructor

Available Locations: Similan Islands, Phuket, Koh Tao, Koh Samui, Khao Lak, Pattaya

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