In 1985, IANTD released the world's first enriched air diver certification - 10 years before other agencies followed suit. Since then, they've stayed at the very forefront of diver education, leading the way so that others may follow.
The International Association of Nitrox and Technical Divers has been at the cutting edge of diver training for more than 20 years. From the first nitrox course in the world to our Tek Lite programs which allow for reduced narcosis in the entry-level tech depth range, through to CCR Cave and Expedition Trimix, we've been setting the standard since the very beginning.
We offer a complete range of training courses from Open Water Diver through to Expedition Trimix using both open and closed circuit equipment and a full range of cave diver training programs. Our instructor trainers and instructors represent some of the very best technical divers and educators across the world.
All our programs, from entry level upwards, equip a diver with the skills and knowledge to become a safe, responsible and self-sufficient diver. It's a philosophy reflected in our Open Water Nitrox Diver course - why not start with the safety benefits of Nitrox from your very first dive? - and continues throughout all our training programs.
EANx - short for Enriched Air Nitrox
Nitrox offers so many physiological and practical benefits that it's hard to understand why anyone would still want to dive on air! With its elevated oxygen content, diving EANx means less nitrogen in you body, longer bottom times and less post dive fatigue - benefits that every diver can appreciate!
IANTD's range of Enriched Air Nitrox diver training programs allow you to develop your skills and knowledge of EANx diving in a safe, progressive and controlled manner under the direct supervision of your IANTD Instructor.
Building upon your existing knowledge and skills, you'll learn the benefits of EANx diving and develop your dive skills to safely and competently plan and conduct dives utilizing EANx. For over twenty years, our industry-leading range of EANx programs have been at the very cutting edge of diver training...
Enriched Air Nitrox Diver
The first step on the nitrox ladder, the IANTD EANx Diver program is designed to provide recreational divers with a safer breathing medium for the sport diving range. Divers may elect to dive the EANx on air tables, EANx tables or computers. This course covers the use of EANx mixes in the range of 21% to a maximum of 40% oxygen.
The IANTD EANx Diver program covers dives in the 12 to 39 msw (40 to 130 fsw) depth range with the emphasis on using EANx 32 & 36. The program may be taken on its own or combined with a variety of IANTD Advanced or Specialty Diver training programs.
It is not necessary to carry out dives to qualify as an IANTD EANx Diver, but is it recommended that divers perform two dives on an EANx mixture of between 24% and 40% oxygen.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be a qualified as an Open Water Diver or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age with a parent or guardian authorization, or a minimum of 18 years of age without guardian approval
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD EANx Diver Student Kit
- Equipment used during this program must be appropriate for the environment and in good working order
Advanced Nitrox Diver
The foundation program for safe self sufficient diving. The IANTD Advanced Nitrox program covers the core skills from the technical diver training programs including the use of dual outlet single cylinders or twinsets with central isolation manifolds and decompression skills and procedures using bottom mixes upto 40% nitrox and decompression mixes upto 100% oxygen to a maximum depth of 42 msw (140 fsw).
An essential component of this program is equipment configuration which is covered in a series of lectures and practical workshops. The aim being to construct a safe self sufficient equipment configuration that is streamlined, accessible and promotes familiarity. Theory covered includes the EAD concept, oxygen physiology, % CNS 02 & pulmonary toxicity tracking, the use of EANx as a decompression gas, gas switching techniques, partial pressures and best mixes.
This program qualifies divers to do dive to 42 msw (140 fsw) and perform decompression stops utilizing EANx decompression mixtures with an oxygen concentration no greater than 1.5 pO2 for a maximum duration of 15 minutes.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD EANx Diver and IANTD Deep Diver with proof of a minimum of 30 logged dives or sufficient experience to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age with a parent or guardian authorization, or a minimum of 18 years of age without guardian approval
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Advanced Nitrox Student Kit
- A single cylinder with a dual outlet or a manifolded twinset
- A safety or decompression gas cylinder rigged as either a pony or stage cylinder. Gas cylinders must be oxygen clean and oxygen serviceable where needed
Technical Nitrox Diver
This program is designed to train divers to conduct dives to depths between 30 msw (100 fsw) and a maximum depth of 51 msw (170 fsw) using and EANx mixture, to provide greater understanding of custom blend breathing gas mixtures, a complete knowledge of the limits of any EANx mixture and the use of EANx and oxygen for decompression.
The course covers a broad level of theory and skills, focusing on the bailout procedures needed to conduct extended range dives. A major emphasis on the theory is dive planning for all failure scenarios. The course develops the core survival skills such as isolation manifold shutdowns to a higher level of performance, giving the diver increased confidence to conduct extended range dives.
The knowledge and skills taught in this program qualifies divers to safely conduct dives to 51 msw (170 fsw) and perform decompression stops using EANx or oxygen.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Advanced EANx Diver or equivelent
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 100 logged dives, of which at least 30 were deeper than 27 msw (90 fsw) or sufficient experience doing technical dives to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Technical Diver Student Kit
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for technical diver programs
Trimix Diving
For divers wishing to explore the depths beyond the limits of recreational diving, Trimix is the clear choice. A breathing mixture of oxygen, helium and nitrogen, Trimix allows you to manage the risks of elevated oxygen concentrations and nitrogen narcosis, giving you a clear head when it really matters...
IANTD's range of Trimix training programs will develop your skills and knowledge of Trimix diving in a safe, progressive and controlled manner under the direct supervision of your IANTD Instructor.
Building upon your existing knowledge and skills, you'll discover the benefits of Trimix diving and learn to assess and manage the hazards associated with extended range diving. You'll develop your dive skills to safely and competently plan and conduct dives utilizing Helium-based breathing gases. From Recreational Trimix to Expedition-level, IANTD's Trimix training programs are at the cutting edge...
Recreational Trimix Diver
The IANTD Recreational Trimix Diver program provides Sport Divers with a safer breathing medium within the depth limits of sport diving (39 msw/130 fsw), while utilizing helium to give an Equivelent Narcotic Depth (END) of between 12 and 24 msw (40 and 80 fsw). The diver may elect to dive the 'mix' on IANTD Recreational Trimix tables or computers.
The IANTD Recreational Trimix Diver program may be taught as a single course or combined with a variety of IANTD Advanced or Specialty Diver programs. The program qualifies divers to perform no stop dives using Recreational Trimix Gas mixtures within the limits of the existing qualification level to a maximum depth limit of 39 msw (130 fsw).
The program covers all Recreational Trimix gas mixes from 28% to a maximum of 40% oxygen and Helium concentrations yielding an END no greater than 24 msw (80 fsw) emphasizing the use of 30/25 trimix.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be a qualified Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent and EANx Diver or take the EANx Diver course in conjunction with the Recreational Trimix Diver course
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 15 logged dives
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age with a parent or guardian authorization, or a minimum of 18 years of age without guardian approval
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Recreational Trimix Diver Student Kit
- Equipment used during this program must be appropriate for the environment and in good working order
Advanced Recreational Trimix Diver
The foundation program for safe self sufficient diving. The IANTD Advanced Recreational Trimix program covers the core skills from the technical diver training programs including the use of twinsets with central isolation manifolds and decompression skills and procedures using bottom mixes of Recreational Trimix with oxygen contents between 21% and 40% with a maximum pO2 of 1.5 bar, combined with a helium content to yeild an Equivelent Narcotic Depth (END) no greater than 24 msw (80 fsw).
An essential component of this program is equipment configuration which is covered in a series of lectures and practical workshops. The aim being to construct a safe self sufficient equipment configuration that is streamlined, accessible and promotes familiarity. Theory covered includes the END concept, oxygen physiology, oxygen tracking, the use of EANx as a decompression gas, gas switching techniques, partial pressures and best mixes.
This program qualifies divers to dive to 48 msw (160 fsw) and to perform decompression stops utilizing EANx decompression mixtures with an oxygen concentration no greater than 1.5 pO2 for a maximum duration of 15 minutes.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Recreational Trimix Diver or Nitrox Diver and IANTD Deep Diver with proof of a minimum of 30 logged dives or sufficient experience to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age with a parent or guardian authorization, or a minimum of 18 years of age without guardian approval
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Advanced Recreational Trimix Diver Student Kit
- A twinset with isolation manifold
- A safety or decompression gas cylinder rigged as either a pony or stage cylinder. Gas cylinders must be oxygen clean and oxygen serviceable where needed
Normoxic Trimix Diver
The IANTD Normoxic Trimix Diver program is designed to train divers who wish to dive to depths between 39 and 60 msw (130 and 200 fsw), but do not wish to breathe air below 39 msw (130 fsw). Trimix affords a means of managing nitrogen narcosis by reducing the Equivelent Narcotic Depth (END) to a maximum of 36 msw (120 fsw).
The IANTD Normoxic Trimix Diver program includes academic lectures, confined water skills development and open water dives using air, EANx or Trimix using one gas switch. Gas switching computers can be used (and are recommended) but IANTD tables must be used as a backup.
This program qualifies divers to perform Trimix dives to a maximum depth of 60 msw (200 fsw) using custom bottom mixes with a minimum oxygen content of 19% and a maximum of two decompression cylinders.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Advanced EANx Diver or IANTD Advanced Recreational Trimix Diver
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 100 logged dives, of which at least 30 were deeper than 27 msw (90 fsw) or sufficient experience doing technical dives to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Normoxic Trimix Diver Student Kit
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for technical diver programs
Trimix Diver
This program is designed for those individuals already involved in deep diving activities but wish to develop the skills, ability and knowledge to enable safe diving in the trimix depth range. It includes extensive dive planning workshops covering all bailout scenarios, run time management and choice of gases. The diver's skills are developed to the highest level to promote self sufficiency and safety while maintaining the ability to operate within a team.
The program includes academic lectures, confined water skills development and open water dives. Gas switching computers can be used (and are recommended) but IANTD tables must be used as a backup.
The knowledge and skills taught in the IANTD Trimix Diver program qualify divers to perform Trimix Dives to a maximum depth of 100 msw (333 fsw).
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Technical Diver, Technical Cave Diver, Technical Wreck Diver, Normoxic Trimix Diver or equivalent
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 200 logged dives, of which at least 25 were to depths between 42 and 60 msw (140 and 200 fsw) or sufficient experience doing technical dives to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Trimix Diver Student Kit
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for technical diver programs
Expedition Trimix Diver
This program is designed to provide training for divers already involved in deep diving activities to more safely conduct exploration dives requiring extended decompression profiles and helium-based gas mixtures as well as information on remote operations and expedition preparations. The IANTD Expedition Trimix Diver program requires the diver to be self-sufficient, reliant and capable of operating within a team.
The knowledge and skills taught in this program equip the diver to perform trimix dives to a maximum depth of 120 msw (400 fsw) with the use of multiple stages and the use of a surface and inwater support team.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Trimix Diver or equivelent
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 300 logged dives, of which at least 100 were Trimix dives or sufficient experience doing technical dives to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training
- Must be a minimum of 21 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Expedition Trimix Diver Student Kit
- Must own or have direct access to Trimix OC equipment including at least 3 decompression cylinders
REBREATHER DIVING
Rebreathers have opened up a whole new dimension in diving, offering the ultimate in gas-efficient 'no bubbles' diving for recreational and technical divers alike. By recycling the gas that we exhale, rebreathers are super-efficient gas management tools that use a fraction of the gas used by conventional open circuit divers. IANTD's range of Rebreather training programs allow you to develop your skills and knowledge of Rebreather diving in a safe, progressive and controlled manner under the direct supervision of your IANTD Rebreather instructor.
Building upon your existing knowledge and skills, you'll learn the benefits of Rebreather diving and develop your dive skills to competently prepare and maintain a Rebreather and to safely plan and conduct Rebreather dives. From Entry to Expedition-level, IANTD's Rebreather training programs are at the very cutting edge...
Recreational Semi-Closed Circuit Rebreather Diver
The IANTD Recreational Semi-Closed Circuit Rebreather Diver program trains the diver in the theory and practical skills necessary to safely dive using a semi-closed circuit rebreather in the recreational depth range with no decompression.
The program covers everything from the design, assembly and predive checks to routine maintenance, dive planning and theory in the classroom. In water, the course requires a minimum of four dives and 240 mins to ensure this knowledge is firmly applied to diving safely, covering dive skills, watermanship and problem management.
At the end of the course, Open Water divers will receive the IANTD RSCR certification allowing them to dive to a maximum depth of 21 msw, while divers who hold AOW or Deep Diver certifications can qualify with 30 msw and 40 msw depth limits respectively, with the completion of additional skills.
Both the IANTD AOW course and IANTD Deep Specialty course can be taken on the semi-closed circuit rebreather as a 'top up' to the 21 msw certification.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be an IANTD Open Water Diver or equivalent
- Must be an IANTD EANx Diver or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD RSCR-specific Diver Student Kit
- Own or have access to an approved semi-closed circuit rebreather
Closed Circuit Rebreather Diver
The IANTD Closed Circuit Rebreather Diver program trains the diver in the theory and practical skills necessary to safely dive using a closed circuit rebreather in the Advanced Nitrox/Advanced Recreational Trimix depth range. You will learn how to strip down, prepare and check the rebreather and how to conduct pre dive safety procedures before each dive and then develop your skills from confined to open water using a closed circuit rebreather.
The program qualifies divers in the safe use of a closed circuit rebreather for dives to a maximum depth of 48 msw (160 fsw) if using diluent with helium or 42 msw (140 fsw) if using an air diluent with a maximum of 15 mins of decompression.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be an IANTD Advanced EANx Diver or Advanced Recreational Trimix Diver or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD CCR-specific Diver Student Kit
- Own or have unlimited access to an approved closed circuit rebreather
Normoxic Trimix CCR Diver
The IANTD Normoxic Trimix CCR Diver program takes the diver to the next step in their closed circuit training to cover decompression diving in the extended range using a normoxic trimix diluent.
Building on the closed circuit procedures learnt in the IANTD CCR Diver program, you will gain the skills and knowledge to extend your closed circuit diving safely. A significant part of the course covers the bailout equipment and procedures necessary to take the diver into the extended range environment while using closed circuit equipment.
The knowledge and skills taught in the IANTD Normoxic Trimix CCR Diver program qualify divers to perform closed circuit trimix dives to a maximum depth of 60 msw (200 fsw).
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be an IANTD CCR Diver or equivalent
- Must have 20 dives and 25 hours on the rebreather being used
- Divers certified as OC Normoxic Trimix may take this course combined with the Rebreather Diver course with qualification given once the 20 dives and 25 hours are logged
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Normoxic Trimix Diver Student Kit for CCR
- Own or have unlimited access to an approved rebreather
Trimix CCR Diver
The IANTD Trimix Closed Circuit Rebreather Diver program trains experienced divers to use a closed circuit rebreather in the full trimix depth range. The program concentrates on the bailout requirements and planning to dive safely in this environment.
The knowledge and skills taught in the IANTD Trimix CCR Diver program qualify divers to perform closed circuit trimix dives to a maximum depth of 100 msw (333 fsw).
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- IANTD Normoxic Trimix CCR Diver or equivalent
- Must have 50 hours on the rebreather being trained
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Trimix Diver Student Kit for CCR
- Own or have unlimited access to an approved rebreather
CCR Cave Diver
The IANTD CCR Cave Diver program follows the IANTD Full Cave Diver program but adapted to the specific needs of the qualified CCR diver. The program trains the diver in the procedures and techniques required to plan and execute safe cave dives using a Closed Circuit Rebreather.
The program is designed to take the diver through all training necessary to plan and conduct dives in the cave diving environment using a closed circuit rebreather. The emphasis is placed on developing the diver's equipment configuration, buoyancy control and propulsion techniques to enable safe and efficient cave dives to be made.
Line following, line laying and use of reels are covered extensively as are safety skills such as CCR failure management, light failure and lost line drills. A major part of the course is the development of team diving procedures and communication.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be a qualified IANTD CCR Diver or equivelent
- Must have 20 dives and 35 hours on the rebreather being used
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Cave Diver Student Kit
- IANTD Normoxic Trimix Diver Student Kit for CCR
- Own or have unlimited access to an approved rebreather
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for cave diver programs
GAS BLENDING
Enriched Air Nitrox and Trimix are the lifeblood of diving exploration and learning how to safely and competently prepare them is an essential skill that is in constant demand within the dive industry. The IANTD Gas Blender programs will equip you with the skills and knowledge to blend gases to the highest of industry standards...
Working with high pressure gases presents unique hazards that demand special precautions and training. The IANTD Gas Blender training programs will teach you the essential knowledge, skills and procedures to safely and competently prepare EANx and Trimix gas blends.
Our gas blender programs provide coverage of oxygen safety procedures, the many different methods of blending EANx and Trimix and the unique properties of oxygen; its forms, purities, hazards and the skills and knowledge required to handle it in a safe and competent manner.
EANx Gas Blender
This non-diving program is designed to train competent personnel in the safe handling of oxygen and the preparation of enriched air nitrox for diving use.
Upon completion of this program, the student will have developed a thorough understanding of the physical properties of oxygen; its forms, purities, hazards and the essential skills and knowledge to handle it in a safe and competent manner. You will be able to blend Enriched Air Nitrox according to accepted industry practices. The program includes theory and a practical training session.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must have a need to become a blender (such as working for an EANx facility). If not affiliated with a facility must be a qualified Advanced EANx Diver and located in a remote area
- Must be recommended by an IANTD Instructor or Facility
- To service specific brands of equipment for EANx use, the blender must be a qualified technician with the manufacturer of the equipment being serviced
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Gas Blender Student Kit
- IANTD-approved mixing station
- Own or have access to an oxygen analyzer
- All equipment used in this program must be compatible with the EANx mixtures being prepared and the method in which the EANx is being blended
Trimix Gas Blender
This non-diving program is designed to train competent personnel in the safe handling of oxygen and the preparation of trimix for diving use.
Upon completion of this program, the student will have developed a thorough understanding of the physical properties of oxygen and helium; their forms, purities, hazards and the essential skills and knowledge to handle them in a safe and competent manner. You will be able to prepare Helium blends according to accepted industry practices. The program includes theory and a practical training session.
Note that the IANTD UK Trimix Blender program is a blending-only qualification.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD EANx Gas Blender or equivelent
- Must have a need to become a blender (such as working for an EANx facility). If not affiliated with a facility must be a qualified Trimix Diver and located in a remote area
- Must be recommended by an IANTD Instructor or Facility
- To service specific brands of equipment for EANx use, the blender must be a qualified technician with the manufacturer of the equipment being serviced
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Gas Blender Student Kit
- IANTD-approved mixing station
- Own or have access to an oxygen analyzer
- Helium analyzer recommended
OVERHEAD DIVING
Overhead environments all have one thing in common - whether you're deep within the confines of a sunken ship wreck, under ice or exploring the darkness of a mine, direct ascent to the surface is not an option. Discover a new dimension in diving by learning to safely and competently explore these mysterious environments...
IANTD's range of overhead environment training programs allow you to develop your skills and knowledge of OHE diving in a safe, progressive and controlled manner under the direct supervision of your IANTD Instructor.
Building upon your existing knowledge and skills, you'll learn the benefits and hazards of diving in an overhead environment and develop your dive skills to safely and competently plan and conduct dives in such an environment. For over 20 years, our industry-leading training programs have been at the very cutting edge of diver training...
Limited Wreck Diver
The IANTD Limited Wreck Diver program is designed to train the diver in the equipment, skills and procedures required to safely and competently dive in the overhead environment of a wreck. The IANTD Wreck Diver program trains the diver in the basic skills needed to safely dive in an overhead environment.
The main focus points of the program include equipment configuration, line drills and use of line reels and developing self sufficiency and safety through skills development.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be a qualified as an Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 10 dives
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age with a parent or guardian authorization, or a minimum of 18 years of age without guardian approval
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Limited Wreck Diver Student Kit
- A dual-outlet cylinder is recommended
- A 1 metre / 40 inch long hose is required - a 2 metre / 5 - 7 ft long hose is recommended
- A primary reel and/or safety reel
- Two lights
Advanced Wreck Diver
The IANTD Advanced Wreck Diver program is designed to train the diver in extended wreck penetration and the use of EANx for wreck exploration and EANx and oxygen for decompression.
The main focus points of the program include equipment configuration and the advancement of skills previously developed on the IANTD Limited Wreck Diver program. Skills covered include the use of line reels and line drills, developing self sufficiency and safety.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be a qualified as an IANTD Deep Diver or equivelent. For Technical Wreck Diver, must also be IANTD EANx qualified
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 70 dives (or 40 logged dives if already qualified as an IANTD Limited Wreck Diver)
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Advanced Wreck Diver Student Kit
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for technical diver programs - [view]
- A primary reel and/or safety reel
- A primary light and two backup lights
CAVE DIVING
Cave diving is without doubt one of the most challenging and rewarding forms of diving you can undertake. Hidden beneath our feet is a whole new world of mystery and wonder waiting to be discovered - the IANTD Cave Diver programs are your ticket to this magical world of underwater caves and their natural wonders...
IANTD's range of Cave Diver training programs allow you to develop your skills and knowledge of Cave diving in a safe, progressive and controlled manner under the direct supervision of your IANTD Cave Instructor.
Building upon your existing knowledge and skills, you'll learn the benefits of Cave diving and the skills to assess and manage the risks associated with the cave environment. Built upon an unrivalled pedigree of cave exploration across the globe, IANTD's all-encompassing Cave Diver training programs are at the very cutting edge...
Cavern Diver
The IANTD Cavern Diver program is designed to train the diver in the equipment, skills and procedures required to safely and competently dive in the overhead environment of a cavern. The IANTD Cavern Diver program trains the diver in the basic skills needed to safely dive in an overhead environment.
The main focus points of the program include equipment configuration, line drills and use of line reels and developing self sufficiency and safety through skills development.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be a qualified as an Advanced Open Water Diver or equivalent
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 10 dives
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age with a parent or guardian authorization, or a minimum of 18 years of age without guardian approval
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Cavern Diver Student Kit
- A dual-outlet cylinder is recommended
- A 1 metre / 40 inch long hose is required - a 2 metre / 5 - 7 ft long hose is recommended
- A primary reel and/or safety reel
- Two lights
Introductary Cave Diver
For Sport Divers looking for an introduction to the world of cave diving, the IANTD Introductory Cave Diver program is the perfect place to start.
The IANTD Introductory Cave Diver program is designed to develop the divers' skills to allow diving beyond the cavern zone of cave overhead environment. It introduces the diver to self sufficiency skills utilizing isolation manifold twin sets and dual outlet cylinders, line following, line laying and emergency procedures. The program can be run as a continuous course in conjunction with the IANTD Cavern Diver program.
IANTD Introductory Cave Divers are qualified to dive on the main line of caves within the safe limits of their gas supply. Divers trained in the use of doubles are qualified to use them within the cave environment providing the rule of 1/6ths is strictly adhered to.
IMPORTANT NOTE: The IANTD Introductory Cave Diver program is OPEN CIRCUIT only
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Overhead Environment Diver or equivalent
- Must provide proof of a minimum of 25 logged dives or sufficient experience
- Must be a minimum of 15 years of age with a parent or guardian authorization, or a minimum of 18 years of age without guardian approval
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Cave Diver Student Kit
- All bottom mix tanks must be equipped with dual-outlet (H or Y) valves or double tanks, which may be either side-mounted or with dual orifice manifold
- A 1.5 - 2 metre (5 - 7 ft) long hose must be attached to one second stage on the primary gas supply
- A primary reel and a safety reel
- One primary light and two backup lights
Full Cave Diver
The IANTD Full Cave Diver program is designed to take the diver through all training necessary to pan and conduct dives in the cave diving environment.
Throughout the program, the emphasis is placed on developing the diver's equipment configuration, buoyancy control and propulsion techniques to enable safe and efficient cave dives to be made. Line following, line laying and use of reels are covered extensively as are safety skills such as isolation manifold use, gas shares and light failure drills. A major part of the course is the development of team diving procedures and communication.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Introductory Cave Diver or equivalent. If not, must have proof of 100 dives or sufficient experience doing technical dives to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training.
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- Have a minimum of 50 logged cave dives
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Cave Diver Student Kit
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for technical diver programs - [view]
- Two primary reels and a safety reel
- Three line arrows and three non-directional markers
- One primary light and two backup lights
CCR Cave Diver
The IANTD CCR Cave Diver program follows the IANTD Full Cave Diver program but adapted to the specific needs of the qualified CCR diver. The program trains the diver in the procedures and techniques required to plan and execute safe cave dives using a Closed Circuit Rebreather.
The program is designed to take the diver through all training necessary to plan and conduct dives in the cave diving environment using a closed circuit rebreather. The emphasis is placed on developing the diver's equipment configuration, buoyancy control and propulsion techniques to enable safe and efficient cave dives to be made.
Line following, line laying and use of reels are covered extensively as are safety skills such as CCR failure management, light failure and lost line drills. A major part of the course is the development of team diving procedures and communication.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be a qualified IANTD CCR Diver or equivelent
- Must have 20 dives and 35 hours on the rebreather being used
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
Equipment Requirements:
- IANTD Cave Diver Student Kit
- IANTD Normoxic Trimix Diver Student Kit for CCR
- Own or have unlimited access to an approved rebreather
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for cave diver programs
Advanced Cave Diver
The pinnacle of IANTD cave diver training. The Advanced Cave diver program consists of four distinct modules which can be conducted back to back, in pairs or individually...
- Side Mount Diver - The course trains the diver in the use of both side and no mount equipment configurations for the cave diving environment with an emphasis on equipment configuration and safety procedures.
- Multiple Stage Diving - The course extends the cave divers cave penetration capabilities by the use of staging multiple cylinders throughout the planned inward swim. The emphasis is on gas management planning and emergency procedures.
- Cave Surveying - The course teaches the diver to gather survey data during cave dives to be used post dive to draw up maps and surveys of cave passages and includes a review of survey tools and equipment and team projects to gather data and produce surveys
- DPV Diver - The course trains the diver in the safe operation of diver propulsion vehicles, firstly in the open water to develop skills then in the cave environment to put the learnt skills in to practice. The course covers emergency procedures including DPV failure, diver tows and gas shares while using DPV's
The IANTD DPV Diver course may be run as a module of the IANTD Advanced Cave program in the cave environment or in the Open water environment as a stand alone course.
COURSE DETAILS
Prerequisites:
- Must be qualified as an IANTD Full Cave Diver or equivalent
- Must be a minimum of 18 years of age
- Have a minimum of 25 logged cave dives
Equipment Requirements:
- Fulfill general equipment requirements for Cave Diver programs - view
- Specialty equipment as specified in the IANTD Cave Diver Specialty Student Workbook
Side Mount Diver Requirements:
- Side mount harness & buoyancy device approved by instructor prior to course
Multi-Stage Diver Requirements:
- Suitably rigged stage cylinder and regulator with SPG for each cylinder/regulator combo
Survey Diver Requirements:
- Suitable survey slate and equipment needed to record data
DPV Diver Requirements:
- Suitable DPV for dives planned
INSTRUCTOR TRAINING
Becoming an IANTD Instructor offers a privileged opportunity to pass on your knowledge, experience and dive skills to the divers of tomorrow. With an IANTD Instructor Trainer as your mentor, IANTD Instructor courses are designed to develop and enhance your diving skills, teaching and supervisory skills in a controlled and structured manner.
Each IANTD Instructor level consists of an instructor evaluation course where you'll work alongside an IANTD Instructor Trainer to develop the tools and know-how to successfully deliver IANTD training at that level. For new IANTD Technical Instructors, you'll start at the 'tech lite' level teaching the IANTD Recreational Trimix and Advanced Recreational Trimix programs.
If you are already an experienced technical instructor, contact us for options and routes to join IANTD's team of professionals.
All IANTD Instructor ratings have these basic prerequisites...
- Current First Aid with AED + CPR rating
- Current Oxygen Administration rating
- Rescue Diver certification
- Qualified as a Sport Diving Instructor in active teaching status with an accredited Scuba training agency
- Qualified as a diver for the instructor level you wish to teach
- Meet minimum experience requirements at the level you wish to teach
- Meet minimum age requirements at the level you wish to teach