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DSD classes are limited in scope and usability. I don't know that anyone allows a DSD to dive on their own without an instructor. Take the class in the US and get certified before the trip.
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Doing OW dives after a DSD experience is only acceptable if the dives are with the same operator/instructor that did the DSD, and are within a few days of doing the DSD.
The PADI Training Bulletin, 2Q2013, says:
Q: Can Discover Scuba Diving participants make subsequent dives at another location/different resort?
A: They can, but only after repeating all components of the Discover Scuba Diving experience, including all paperwork. Each time a noncertified person wants to try diving via the PADI Discover Scuba Diving program, you must conduct a new Discover Scuba Diving program. The only exception is when participants make subsequent dives with the same instructor or dive operation within a few days of the initial experience.
Your question was about can she take the DSD at home and then do any OW dives in Coz.
The answer is No, without qualification.
That is not to say some Coz operator might be happy to do it.
You say you do not want my opinion on that.
Your current thought to do the classroom/pool at home and checkout dives in Coz is excellent.
But you do not want my opinion.
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