Gue Vs Tdi

[nova]

The reason that GUE doesn't alow smoking is that it's just to hard to get a match lit underwater, even with a well trained buddy :11:

I've now gone DIR, (except for drinking and smoking pot) I have thought about it for awhile and I think it's the best way to go. hope you all find it the same

 

[JeffG]

I've now gone DIR, (except for drinking and smoking pot) I have thought about it for awhile and I think it's the best way to go. hope you all find it the same

Glad you have seen the light, now you have to get rid of the Cats and get some Luxfers...I know you don't like the company (luxfer) but maybe the smoking pot will get you into a groovy mood :dazzler1:

 

[SeanQ]

at this point in my education, backing up to DIRF would be more expensive than it would be worth, for me. YRMV.

Section 1.9 Recognition of Credentials

Accomplished divers from other agencies, who wish to be qualified as GUE divers, may petition GUE HQ to have their training and experience recognized, and a suitable level of GUE qualification issued. Upon receipt of such a request, GUE HQ will arrange for an in-water evaluation of the petitioning diver by a GUE Instructor Trainer. If upon evaluation, the GUE IT considers that the petitioning diver’s request should be honored, s/he should recommend to GUE HQ, in writing, that it issues an appropriate level of GUE qualification. Upon receipt of this recommendation, GUE HQ will consider awarding the petitioning diver a suitable level of GUE qualification.

Perhaps you don't have to start over.

 

[SDAnderson]

Perhaps you don't have to start over.

VERY interesting...and worth looking into. I guess I'd been assuming that this was the policy:

The DIR Fundamentals course is designed to cultivate the essential techniques required by all sound diving practice, irrespective of level or environment. Functioning as a prerequisite for all other GUE classes, save its recreational diver course (forthcoming), DIR Fundamentals performs a three-fold function within the GUE curriculum...​

So, does anyone have any idea how often people successfully navigate this cross-certification process?

 

[nova]

Glad you have seen the light, now you have to get rid of the Cats and get some Luxfers...I know you don't like the company (luxfer) but maybe the smoking pot will get you into a groovy mood :dazzler1:

obviously misunderstood.I'm not the one drinking and smoking something. It's the rest of the MOVEMENT, they must be high

 

[JeffG]

obviously misunderstood.I'm not the one drinking and smoking something. It's the rest of the MOVEMENT, they must be high

My apologies then...It was the hash speaking

 

[Scuba_Steve]

VERY interesting...and worth looking into. I guess I'd been assuming that this was the policy:

The DIR Fundamentals course is designed to cultivate the essential techniques required by all sound diving practice, irrespective of level or environment. Functioning as a prerequisite for all other GUE classes, save its recreational diver course (forthcoming), DIR Fundamentals performs a three-fold function within the GUE curriculum...​

So, does anyone have any idea how often people successfully navigate this cross-certification process?

I looked at this route, but in the end decided that it would probably take more time and aggravation than what it would be worth. I'm sure you'd have to ante up for skills assesment for them to be sure (maybe, maybe not). There would be a cost and time element in there somewhere, so practically speaking, it'd probably be best to do the course.

 

[wb416]

VERY interesting...and worth looking into. I guess I'd been assuming that this was the policy:

The DIR Fundamentals course is designed to cultivate the essential techniques required by all sound diving practice, irrespective of level or environment. Functioning as a prerequisite for all other GUE classes, save its recreational diver course (forthcoming), DIR Fundamentals performs a three-fold function within the GUE curriculum...​

So, does anyone have any idea how often people successfully navigate this cross-certification process?

if the mix divers in the DIRF classes I've partipated in or observed were any indication.... not often. They got it intellectually, but had formed some hard to break habits/skills.

bob

 

[nova]

Sometimes I can't beleave what I read on these boards.

Is a C-card really that important? the skills are well defined on a number of web sites. and there is absolutely nothing stoping you from using the same skills that any agency uses. READ, LEARN, SWIM in that order. Or get a mentor that has the same goals and learn from them. It will save you alot of cash.

P.S if you feel the need to ask questions about a particular skill ask it on SB and I'm sure you'll have enough replies to answer your question.

 

[cornfed]

Is a C-card really that important?

Cards are a direct measure of your worth as a diver. The more you have the better diver you are.