CMAS THREE STAR DIVER COURSE

As a CMAS Two Star Diver (or holder of an equivalent certification) with a strong foundation and at least 50 logged dives, you are ready to take your skills to the next level. The CMAS Three Star Diver certification is a significant step forward, representing a leadership role in recreational diving that involves organizing and managing dive activities, particularly in professional settings. This qualification is globally recognized as the standard for divers who supervise groups and act as dive guides.

The CMAS Three Star Diver designation is considered the entry-level professional rating within various diving training organizations, aligning with the international ISO 24801-3 standard for Dive Leaders. Achieving this status indicates your commitment to elevating your diving expertise to a professional level. As a dive leader, you will take responsibility for supervising dives and assisting instructors with training new divers, setting you on the path toward becoming an instructor.

Role and Skills of a CMAS Three Star Dive Leader: CMAS Three Star Dive Leaders play a vital role as mentors and guides, sharing their knowledge and inspiring others by showcasing the underwater world. This role demands extensive theoretical and practical knowledge. Through targeted educational sessions, water skills training, workshops, and practical evaluations, you will develop the skills needed to lead and manage various diving activities while refining your own diving expertise and becoming a role model for others.

Capabilities of CMAS Three Star Dive Leaders:

• Supervising and leading recreational dive activities
• Assisting with scuba diving instruction
• Conducting thorough dive briefings
• Exploring professional diving opportunities both locally and internationally
• Pursuing further professional development through the CMAS One Star Instructor certification

Training and Assessments: To achieve the CMAS Three Star Diver certification, candidates will undergo a series of educational modules, hands-on workshops, and performance assessments, covering:

• Supervising dive activities and supporting student divers
• Ensuring diver safety and effectively managing potential risks
• Understanding the business aspects of diving operations
• Gaining insight into environmental conditions affecting dive sites
• Setting up and maintaining dive equipment for other divers
• Creating and interpreting detailed maps of open water dive sites
• Conducting comprehensive dive briefings
• Coordinating search and recovery missions and leading deep dives

Prerequisites for Enrollment:

• A CMAS Two Star Diver certification (or an equivalent qualification)
• Minimum age of 18 years
• A record of at least 50 logged dives
• Completion of three specializations: deep diving, navigation, and first aid (including CPR techniques)
• A medical clearance for diving issued by a physician within the past 12 months

This course marks the starting point of your professional diving career, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to lead and inspire others in the world of recreational diving.