Store
Donate
Dive Medicine for Divers
The course Dive Medicine for Divers is designed for all those who want to learn more about diving physiology and safety.
Program Objective
The DAN Dive Medicine for Divers course is designed for those who want to gain a better understanding of diving physiology and safety. A deeper knowledge of how the body reacts to pressure and stress in diving allows the diver to achieve greater safety and awareness.
Main objectives
- Physical fitness to dive
- Safety planning
- Decompression sickness and barotrauma
- Equipment-related features
- Gas toxicity and partial pressure
- Drowning
- Providing assistance, obligations and possible implications for the rescuer
- Basic examinations
- Allergic reactions and blood pressure measurement
- Ear barotrauma
Course duration
6-8 hours
Prerequisites
None.
However, it is recommended to be certified for all DAN provider level courses (DANP).
Certification renewal
Every 24 months