Master
DiverMaster
Diver
Gain the in-depth knowledge that will establish you as a recognized authority in your diving club or group. Hone your diving skills to the level of a professional NAUI Leader. Thrill to the adventure of open water dives in settings that will test your abilities to their limit while enhancing and expanding your diving capabilities. Then proudly wear the most coveted and respected patch in recreational diving - that of the NAUI Master Scuba Diver.
OVERVIEW
The
course is an continuing education certification course for divers who wish
to increase their understanding and enjoyment of diving. Emphasis is on student
participation and practical application of knowledge in open water after a
classroom discussion of subjects. This course is an excellent progression toward
NAUI Leadership roles. Some
subject areas are a review and expansion of material from previous courses.
Each subject area is a progression in study not a definitive study
in the particular diving activity. However, instructors will specify
performance objectives for related course diving activities, for example,
during a navigation dive the student will swim a reciprocal course to within
10 feet (3 m) of its origin.The course may be divided and taught in
sections with the students Diving/Training Log being signed off for each
activity until all requirements are met.Upon successful completion of
this course, graduates are considered competent to engage in open water
diving activities without supervision, provided the diving activities
and the areas dived approximate those of training.
OPEN WATER DIVES
A
minimum of eight open water dives is required. A maximum of three
dives per day shall be applied toward course requirements. No more than
one skin dive may count toward the eight dive minimum.
| Required Dives | Elective Dives |
| Deep/simulated decompression diving | Skin diving |
| Underwater navigation | Environmental study or survey |
| Boat diving | |
| Hunting and collecting | |
| Limited visibility or night diving | |
| Search and recovery – light salvage | |
| Review of basic scuba skills | |
| Air consumption (practical application) | |
| Shore diving | |
| Special interest |
PREREQUISITES FOR ENTERING THE COURSE
Age. Minimum is 15 years.
Diver Certification. NAUI advanced certification or the equivalent is required. The instructor is to ensure adequate student knowledge and capability before any open water training and shall use skill or other evaluations to do so.
Equipment. Students shall furnish and be responsible for the care and maintenance of their own diving equipment. The instructor shall initially assist the student in checking all student gear to insure it is adequate and in proper working order.
Cost - $400.00 + Books & Cards ($120) + Certification Dives