Come diving
You are welcome to join BSAC as a complete beginner or as an already qualified diver.

How to learn
It's your choice - join your local Branch, go to a BSAC Training Centre near you or at an overseas destination.

Where to learn
We have a BSAC branch near you, as well as BSAC Centres in many locations in the UK and overseas.

BSAC Qualifications
Benefit from our flexible programme to teach you the basics or the finer points.

Try Dives
Many branches will offer you an introductory dive at their pool meeting.

Already qualified?
BSAC welcomes qualified divers.

Progress your diving
We offer qualifications in a wide range of special interests, technical skills and instructor training.

Where to dive
Visit BSAC Dive Centres all over the World or dive with a BSAC branch nearer to home.

How to join
Become a member of your local Branch, or join Direct.

How to teach
Becoming a BSAC Instructor

Skill Development
BSAC Skill Development Courses

SDCs - Rescue

Click here for more information on the Lifesaver Award Lifesaver Award
An important first step to becoming a rescue diver. The course includes practical rescue skills, towing, artificial ventilation (AV) and after-care.
Click here for more information on the First Aid for Divers Course First Aid for Divers
Full of useful information on how to apply first aid when dealing with diving related injuries. First Aid for Divers covers the emergency actions needed to preserve life.
Click here for more information on the Practical Rescue Management Course Practical Rescue Management
Covering resource management in rescue situations this course teaches students to make best effective use of available resources. It also provides an opportunity to further enhance personal rescue skills.
Click here for more information on the Oxygen Administration Course Oxygen Administration
The value of oxygen in the first aid treatment of decompression sickness is well established. An A to Z course on equipment and techniques.
Click here for more information on the Rescue First Aid Course Rescue First Aid
More advanced first aid skills and a refresher on FAFD and Oxygen Administration.
Click here for more information on the Advanced Lifesaver Award Advanced Lifesaver
Taking the basic rescue skills taught in the Lifesaver course on to the open water situation. This course focusses on developing skills to cope with changes in equipment and environment, including various casualty landing techniques.
Click here for more information on the Rescue Specialist Award Rescue Specialist
On completion of Lifesaver Award, Advanced Lifesaver Award, Practical Rescue Management, First Aid for Divers and Oxygen Administration Award, members can apply for the Diver Rescue Specialist Award.


BSAC TRAINING
  • BSAC Ocean Diver
  • BSAC Sport Diver
  • BSAC Dive Leader
  • BSAC Advanced Diver
  • BSAC 1st Class Diver

  • BSAC Snorkelling

    FURTHER INSTRUCTION
  • Diving Specialties
  • Rescue
  • Technical
  • Seamanship
  • Scientific
  • Instruction

     
  • British Sub Aqua Club, Telford's Quay, South Pier Road, Ellesmere Port, Cheshire CH65 4FL