How to Become a Commercial Diver
Torben Lonne
Torben traveled to South East Asia for scuba diving and never really stopped his search for new adventures. His affinity for gear that works and his...
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Can you share the expence in pdc
What is the best month/season to attend commercial diving course in Durban considering weather/climate conditions.
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Interested in. commercial diver jobs or medical diver/ technician.
I am an ambulance technician. I’m an advanced PADI diver by qualification but very little dive hours. Have dived in Turkey and a disused and re rigged quarry.
Although rusty I could improve quickly. I adore the sea and swimming and am a very strong swimmer ( 270 lengths of the leisure centre pool). However I’m 54. Advice? Cheers, Amanda
Is there an age cut-off? I am 45, and looking for a career change. I am considering 3-4 different trades, and once I switch, that will be my career forever. Is 45 to old to start?
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Do you need to have previous diving experience like PADI in order to do the course?
My son is thinking of becoming a commercial diver. Is he better progressing down the PADI or BSAC route??
Yes, absolutely. It might be a very male-dominated environment at many commercial workplaces, but there are female commercial divers. I strongly encourage you to go for it!
Hey. Is it possible for women to become a commercial diver?
Hi guys am 28 years old working at the S A N D F South African National defense Force, at 44 Parachute regiment, but now i want to do Commercial diving now, but i don’t know what to do or were to go
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I’m looking at leaving the military and becoming a commercial diver. How did you find your first diver job and what was it doing? I’m having trouble finding out information on how much work is out there. Thanks
Hello im val im 36 years of age,im working for ship salvaging and refloating here in the phillipines i also make underwater cutting for the past 8yrs.my problem is i only have an open water licensed.i just want someone that can help me upgrade my license.im a workaholic i have many skills im also a welder a fitter.i train a cpr and lifeguarding in boracay.
Pls where and how can i contact the right person to help me.i want to work permanently because i have kids .
Could you recommend me a commercial diving school in Europe,UK,or what about NYD in Norway ?Thanks!
Hi iam
Padi divemaster
Sdi instructor
Have over 4000 dive
I want to get In to commercial dive Iam from Egypt live in UK for the last 4 years
What’s the best way to get in this career please advise
It has been my life dream to become a diver, I am currently a student of rivers state university petroleum engineering 29years old. How do I start
Myers
Hello, I am 17 years old and I am interested in becoming a commercial diver. Please let me know where to start and how long it will take to become one.
Diving is something I have an interest in and have the opportunity to qualify in the regular pursuit up to instructor level. I have been looking into the commercial aspect for further down the road once my military service is complete. I have another 8 years to go until I complete a full 22 year service.
I read your article with great interest although I know fear I’ll be looking at being over the hill age wise with being 37 now.
Hi Brain, just read all the concern on this forum.. actually I’m quite interested with this new sport nor lets say career.. I’m currently schooling at CMAS Philippines as open water, but of course still need to go far more as to be commercial diver.. simultaniously enrolled for welding course too… I taking my big shift to this new profession.. now I’m currently working as freelance producer a per project basis .. that is why need a big shifts as permanent career for the sake of my kids…
my question In my age about 38 do you think I’m still capable for this job as Commercial Diver.. need an advise from the expert..and get some pointers..
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Hello,the best fitness regime is to boost your lung capacity so running up hills.boxing training are highly recommended,i was a professional boxer prior to becoming a diver, Best wishes and let me know how you get on. Brian
Hey Brian, I was wondering if you could give any advice about a suggested fitness regimen to make sure I’m in good shape for dive training.
Hi Samir.
I would suggest you contact Grant Jameison at the PDC, professional diving centre in Durban south Africa, this is where I went to do my course and at the time I was there 10 indian guys were also doing their training.
You are well taught and looked after by Grant, he is the top man in diver training.
Tell him I recommended you to him, he is a good friend of mine. Brian
Hi, I am from Bangladesh and really very much interested about scuba diving. I want to learn and do professional course. But in our country there’s no institution like yours..
In such circumstances what can i do to fulfill my dream.
If u can help me then i would be really greatful to you.
No would never go away from diving for the fun of it. It looks cool with all the gear and big helmets, but I’m not even sure I would be able to carry all of it.
It’s an interesting way of getting into the commercial dive business. I was sure everyone was born to so this kind of diving.
PJ At 36yrs you are still OK to take up commercial diving but you would need to do it quite soon as it can take 2-3 years to get your name established among companies. Brian McPherson
Do you seriously train to operate decompressions camper your self? That sounds so wild.
I have always dreamt of doing work like this. I started diving last year, but I’m not sure how much training I need before I can go all the way.
I’m still in school now, but I consider starting a welding course after and then take a commercial course.
What would be the cut off age? I thought about it…then again I will be 36 this year currently holding a DM cert with PADI. From my understanding I am too old for the job!