This course, DAN Automated External Defibrillator (AED) for Scuba Diving, represents entry-level training designed to educate the general diving and non-diving public with first aid experience to better recognize the warning signs of Sudden Cardiac Arrest and administer first aid using Basic Life Support techniques and an Automated External Defibrillator while activating the local emergency medical services, (EMS) and / or arranging for evacuation to the nearest appropriate medical facility.
Course Objective
This course is designed to train and educate the general diving and non-diving public in the techniques of using an automated External Defibrillator (AED) for victims of a cardiac arrest. In addition, this course also reviews first aid procedures using Basic Life Support techniques.
This program also provides an excellent opportunity for experienced divers and instructors to continue their education.
BLS-D PLUS Course
The BLS-D Plus course combines the BLS and AED course (3th link in the chain of survival) and contains an additional first aid module.
Course Objective