| COURSE OUTLINE |
This course is intended for Basic
Snorkel Divers who wish to progress with pool training to be proficient
in the basic snorkelling skills in readiness for open water snorkelling.
The course should take about 8 hours and can be run as an in branch
course over a series of sessions. |
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Introduction |
Course aims |
10 mins |
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Theory lesson |
The BSAC & Training Programme |
15 mins |
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Theory lesson |
Basic Equipment |
30 mins |
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Theory lesson |
Equipment Maintenance |
15 mins |
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Theory lesson |
Specific Equipment maintenance |
15 mins |
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Theory lesson |
Pressure, Breathing & Buoyancy |
30 mins |
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Theory lesson |
Safe Snorkelling |
30 mins |
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Practical lesson |
Use of Basic Equipment |
120 mins |
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Practical lesson |
Snorkelling Signals |
15 mins |
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Practical lesson |
Entry and Exit |
30 mins |
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Practical tutorial |
Self Help |
30 mins |
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Assessment |
Assessment of competence |
30 mins |
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Assessment |
Theory Test |
60 mins |
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TOTAL |
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8 hrs max
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COURSE
REQUIREMENTS |
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| Students |
Students should:
• Have the Basic Snorkel Diver Qualification
• Complete a satisfactory medical declaration
• Provide parental consent, if a minor
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| Instructors |
The Instructors
delivering this course must hold the minimum of BSAC Snorkel Instructor.
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Instructor/Student
ratio |
The recommended instructor to student ratio is 1:12 for
theory lessons. This ration should be reduced to 1:6 for practical pool
teaching sessions. |
| Equipment |
Students are expected to provide their own basic snorkelling
equipment unless other arrangements have been made with the snorkel instructor. |
| Costs |
The cost of the course is determined by the branch offering
the training. |
