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DAN First Aid Courses for Divers

First Aid Courses for Divers - DAN certified

Description

As a certified DAN Instructor, I offer a range of internationally recognized first aid courses tailored specifically for divers and dive professionals. Whether you’re looking to meet course prerequisites, refresh your knowledge, or gain essential life-saving skills, these trainings provide critical knowledge and confidence—both in and out of the water.

🔹 Basic Life Support: CPR and First Aid (BLS)

This core course prepares you to provide care for life-threatening injuries or illnesses until emergency medical help arrives.
You’ll learn:

  • One- and two-rescuer CPR (for adults, children, and infants)

  • AED use

  • Choking response

  • Bleeding and shock management

  • Secondary assessments and splinting

  • Managing common medical emergencies

This course is ideal for divers, instructors, and non-divers alike who want to be prepared to respond effectively in emergency situations.

🔹 Emergency Oxygen for Scuba Diving Injuries (EO2)

Administering emergency oxygen is one of the most effective first aid steps for dive-related injuries like decompression illness (DCI). This course teaches:

  • Safe use of various oxygen delivery systems

  • Recognition of DCI symptoms

  • Effective emergency response protocols

  • Application of these skills in both diving and watersport contexts

Prerequisite: Valid CPR certification (DAN BLS, CPR: HCP, or equivalent)

🔹 Diving First Aid for Professional Divers (DFA Pro)

This comprehensive course is designed for dive professionals—such as instructors, divemasters, commercial and scientific divers—who face unique responsibilities in challenging environments.

DFA Pro includes:

  • All components of DAN BLS and EO2

  • Neurological assessment for dive injuries

  • First aid for hazardous marine life injuries

  • Workplace risk mitigation strategies

Even non-divers can benefit from the advanced knowledge and practical skills taught in this course.

🔄 Refresher Courses

Already certified but need a recap? I also offer tailored refresher courses based on your needs and certification level. Whether you want to review CPR, oxygen use, or neurological assessments—I’ll help you stay sharp and confident.

Details

Courses can be arranged upon request.

Requisites
none: even non-divers (friends, family members, etc.) are welcome!

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