Unit Award Scheme

98333 INTRODUCTION TO SCUBA DIVING

In successfully completing this unit, the Learner will have		Evidence needed
demonstrated the ability to
1	take part in a preliminary briefing session on scuba equipment use and theory	Summary sheet
2	learn at least five underwater hand signs, eg ok, stop, ascend, descend, problem	Summary sheet
3	form working groups of three when requested to do so	Summary sheet
4	prepare scuba equipment for pool session use, with instruction where necessary	Summary sheet
5	enter the swimming pool safely	Summary sheet
6	put on scuba equipment safely and as instructed, with assistance where necessary	Summary sheet
7	take part in a pre-session review of equipment used and hand signals	Summary sheet
8	carry out an underwater skill, eg remove and replace regulator	Summary sheet
9	use the scuba equipment appropriately in order to perform an underwater lap of the swimming pool, with assistance if necessary	Summary sheet
10	take part in an 'out-of-pool' evaluation session	Summary sheet
11	put forward at least one appropriate suggestion for improving the course	Summary sheet
shown knowledge of
12	at least three scuba diving health and safety issues, eg not holding breath underwater, equalising ear pressure at regular intervals, checking regulator is in working order	Summary sheet
experienced
13	taking part in a scuba diving taster session.	Summary sheet

All outcomes recorded on an AQA Summary Sheet

Approved 21 January 2004Level - Entry Level