International Scuba Certification
Self-reliant Diver
About the Course
The Self-reliant diver course is to train divers to have their own independent gas supply and how to use it in the event of a “Low or Out of Gas” situation. Training emphasis their ability to respond to unforeseen problems, make decisions under pressure, and manage their own safety and well-being during dives.
Divers might still rely on external resources or support when it comes to equipment and certain logistical aspects. This is not a Solo Diver course.
Dificulty
Advanced
Theory
4 (h)
Minimum Age
18 yrs
Confined Water Training
Yes
Open Water Dives
Yes
Maximum Training Depth
Subject to the diver’s certification.
Training Prerequisites
•Eighteen (18) years
•ISC Advanced / Deep 30 recreational diver or equivalent.
•ISC Rescue Diver or equivalent.
•ISC Optimum Buoyancy or equivalent.
•Logged Dives: 25 Logged dives between 20m and 30m.
Medical Requirements
You must be medically fit to dive. When you enrol in a course, you will complete the medical screening form, determining if written approval from a doctor is required. All dive professionals require medical clearance to work in the industry (or according to local law).
Training Costs
Training costs vary from region to region, contact your local ISC Dive Center for more information.
Training Instruction
This course can only be taught by a skilled active ISC Instructor.