Nisqually
Aquatic Technologies
Training Programs
| Training Programs at
NAT: SCUBA (SCUBA) Divemaster (DM) Instructor Surface-Supplied Air (S-SA) Harvest Diver Training (HDT) Diving Accident Management & Rescue (DART) Emergency Oxygen for Injured Divers (DAN) |
What to bring to
training: Yourself, awake, well rested, ready to learn and on-time. Swimsuit Towel Lunch or lunch money We provide everything else... |
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PHASE 1:
PHYSICAL STRENGTH & AGILITY TRAINING
(PSAT):
Diving is a hazardous and physical activity. PSAT will help us determine your personal capabilities and if you have what it takes to become a diver. PSAT testing will include the following excercises: Swim test (swimming pool, 250yds) Survival float (swimming pool, float unaided in deep water :15) Underwater swimming test (swimming pool 15yds) Diving (swimming pool, recover 10lb weight from depth of 10') Weight belt (carry 50lb weight belt on land distance of 500yds) |
| You must
register for all NAT Dive Training Programs:
Class size is limited to meet NAT standards for instructor to student ratios. Contact the training coordinator for the training schedule and to register for PSAT. Once you succesfully complete PSAT you may register for training. Classes are on a scheduled basis so contact NAT early. Classes are usually filled 30 days prior to start date. If you need additional work on PSAT skills prior to entry into training your PSAT instructor will advise you what you need to do to be successful. |
NAT STANDARDS
FOR TRAINING:
Minimum age - 18 Physical Strength & Agility Testing is required prior to entry to training program (See PSAT) High school diploma or equivalent is required Drug and alchol free during training (No exceptions) Medical exam may be required depending on medical history Attendance is mandatory - missed classes will require make-up and there may be an additional charge for tutoring Equipment rental - A deposit for equipment loaned to you is required (cash or check). You are responsible for all equipment in your care and for its return at course completion |
"Providing
Solutions Underwater"
