NAUI Dive Master Program

[>--Zen-Archer-->]

I will begin my working on my Dive Master Cert. and would like to know were I can find online information in regards to the specifics some of the training requirments... I went to the NAUI site and it did not provide any specifics. Which I find strange.

Thanks...

 

[neil]

If you are already committed to the program, you should have your own copy of the Standards and Procedures which details the specific requirements. The list is too long to include on a web page that is only there to encourage people to check out the program. I'll be happy to fill you in on some, but your instructor should be the one you ask. Or ask to see his or her copy of the S&P. I assure you, nobody is trying to hide anything .

Neil

 

[Atticus]

I'll second what Neil said, purchase your own copy of the S&P and read the requirements. As a DM you'll want & need to know the standards.

In the mean time if you have specific questions I'd be happy to look them up for you.

 

[Louma]

On the NAUI web page under Education - Dive Master:

Divemaster (DM)
Would you like to lead dives and dive trips; take certified divers on vacations to the world's best dive sites? Many Divemasters are employed full-time or work independently supervising certified divers during club, store, resort or charter tour and travel activities. As a NAUI Divemaster you enjoy again and again adventures to which you introduce your clients. Another option leading to NAUI Instructor qualification.


Overview
The NAUI Divemaster rating is the highest NAUI leadership-level certification with the exception of Instructor. The program is designed to train experienced and knowledgeable divers to organize and conduct enjoyable open water dives for certified divers.


Qualifications of Graduates
An active-status NAUI Divemaster is qualified to organize and conduct dives for certified divers if the diving activities and locale approximate those in which the Divemaster is trained. Additional training, knowledge or experience is necessary for the Divemaster who desires to organize highly specialized activities, such as wreck penetration, cavern or ice dives or enter a new locale.
An active-status NAUI Divemaster is qualified to organize and conduct NAUI Recognition (such as International Diver) and Experience Programs (such as Stingray Experience) and award appropriate recognition materials to participants.
An active-status NAUI Divemaster is qualified to assist an active-status NAUI Instructor in diving courses.
If all other prerequisites are met, a current NAUI Divemaster is qualified to enter a NAUI Instructor Training Course (ITC). [Attending a NAUI Instructor Preparatory Program (PREP) and NAUI Assistant Instructor certification are recommended prior to attending an ITC.]
Prerequisites for Entering the Course
General - Meet the requirements applying to all Leadership courses. (See “Policies Applying to Leadership Courses.”)
Materials - (See current guide to NAUI membership.)
Diver Certification - The preferred minimum certification level is NAUI Assistant Instructor. Individuals not possessing the preferred certification may be accepted for training only if they meet the following criteria:
Certification - Certification as NAUI Master Scuba Diver and NAUI Scuba Rescue Diver or their equivalent. Divers with evidence of equivalent training and experience may be enrolled provided they pass the NAUI Master Scuba Diver written examination with a minimum score of 75%.
Experience - Documentation of diving experience with a minimum of 25 logged open water dives. Dives shall be varied in environment, depth and activities.
Waterskills - Ability equivalent to that of a NAUI Assistant Instructor. Skills from the Assistant Instructor standards shall be evaluated if the candidate is not already certified as a NAUI Assistant Instructor.

Anything more specific, see your Instructor and/or S&P.

 

[MB]

Hey Zen. There's a ton of info, and some of the S&P is also summarized in the NAUI leadership text, albeit in lay language. Again, if you're working with an instructor already, s/he can give you specific info.

 

[>--Zen-Archer-->]

Hey Zen. There's a ton of info, and some of the S&P is also summarized in the NAUI leadership text, albeit in lay language. Again, if you're working with an instructor already, s/he can give you specific info.

Thanks to all who have responded. MB... What I specifically looking for just a S&P online... Can you refer me to a link... Not sure why I am having such a hard time finding this...

Thanks,

 

[Atticus]

Thanks to all who have responded. MB... What I specifically looking for just a S&P online... Can you refer me to a link... Not sure why I am having such a hard time finding this...

Thanks,

You do realize that the agencies sell their S&P manuals and that the proceeds help cover the ongoing cost of running the agencies right?

Training material sales + C-Card fees + Annual membership fees = the agencies budget

 

[>--Zen-Archer-->]

Atticus, I do realize this. Thank you.

 

[MB]

What I specifically looking for just a S&P online... Not sure why I am having such a hard time finding this...

Yup, Atticus is correct - its an economics thing. NAUI sells the S&P, so they don't make it available on-line. You might get one for the DM course, depending on your instructor.

 

[Atticus]

Atticus, I do realize this. Thank you.

ZA - I didn't mean to be condescending and if my post was taken as such I apologize. I was trying to point out why they haven't done (all of us) the favor of posting the S&P online. It would be much easier if I could search the S&P digitally like I do with the PADI S&P. Wow, I said something good about PADI, 10 lashes for me!