Curious Question

[WisGal]

Prior to enrolling in a dive class, shouldn't the dive agency (padi, naui, ssi etc..) require some type of proof of certification for each pre-requisite to the class? Or do the agencies rely on the dive shops to take care of this?

The reason I'm asking is I recently took a rescue class, without having completed a CPR course (took one many years ago but very rusty). My LDS told me to go ahead take the rescue course, the only difference is that I won't receive my certification card til I've completed the CPR class. Which turned out to be false, because I received a call yesterday notifying me that my certification card is in to pick up anytime. My last words to the gal I talked to were, how can you certify me if I haven't completed the CPR pre-requisite? She didn't have a response.

As a side note, when I took the exam, imo it was more geared to the medic first aid course then the rescue course. It was a good thing I had my book! But do plan to take the CPR class on the 26th.

 

[Cave Diver]

I think that your situation was a fault of the instructor. Prior to taking the Rescue course both me and my buddy were informed that we had to take a CPR course and a first aid course and show proof that we were current in both.

The agency sets the standards, but it is up to the LDS or instructor to enforce them. Mine did, but apparently yours didnt. Would be interesting to know how many others got certified without meeting the requirements.

As a side note, I am good friends with several instructors. I have also taken classes from these instructors. Although they are all aware that I have continued to increase my diving skill and knowledge and that I am overqualified for some of the classes I have taken, I have never had one of them tell me "Oh, I know you can do the skills, just fill out the paperwork and I'll get your card." I have actually spent the time in class and in the water for every one of my certs. Maybe that's one of the reasons I like diving with them, I know they don't cut corners...

 

[rmediver2002]

I guess to some extent the burden of proof is dependant on the ethics of the student, good for you for ensuring you recieve the most current training!

With any instructor or shop for that matter you are getting a glimpse of thier ethics and moral standing. If they are not enforcing the agencies standards for training I would wonder about having any equipment serviced by them as well... How about air testing on the compressor?


The agencies I know of personally entrust the instructor with the responsibility of ensuring the students meet all course requirements...

Blame the individual instructor not the agency and continue to hold yourself to a higher standard than required!!!

 

[exnewwavedivers]

Cutting corners, lazy, or they've forgotten the standards.

 

[WisGal]

I appreciate it