Friday, July 30, 2010

Divemaster

February 20, 2010 by Thomas Koh  

Your adventure into the professional levels of recreational diving begins with the PADI Divemaster program. Working closely with a PADI Instructor, in this program you expand your dive knowledge and hone your skills to the professional level. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities, qualifying you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers.

You complete water skills and stamina exercises, as well as training exercises that stretch your ability to organize and solve problems. You put this knowledge into action through an internship or series of practical training exercises.

Although the course is challenging, it will be easy with all the support you get from the Sunny Cove and the extensive material available for you at our PADI library. We encourage you to email to any of our divemaster to find out more about their course! This way, you will know it from their personal aspect. Your course will consist of the following modules:-

  • 8 Knowledge Development Sessions
  • 5 Confined Pool Dives
  • 4 Open Water Dives

Theory Session


Monday Or Tuesday 1900Hrs – 2200Hrs
| Saturday 1400Hrs – 1800Hrs

Regular theory sesions are conducted on timing listed above. Unlike other centres who gives fixed number of theory sessions otherwise there will be additional charges, Sunny Cove doesn’t limit you to the number of theory sessions.

We want you to be in control. If you require extra theory sessions, feel free to schedule more. We need you to fully understand the basis of your course before you proceed to the next module.

Listed below are three methods that you can complete your knowledge development module.

PADI eLearning [Register Here]

With PADI eLearning, you will be able to study at your own convenience and pace. Unlimited online access to an electronic version of PADI Open Water Diver manual will be provided and you will also be able to complete your quiz and exam entirely at home without the need to drop by Sunny Cove. To learn how to the entire process work, please click here.

Home Study Program

You can self study at your own convenience and pace with your personal copy of study materials provided during sign up. You will need to go through the home work before scheduling another date at Sunny Cove for the Instructor to go through them with you. Once you have clear any doubts with your Instructor, a short quiz and exam will be administered. Everything are in multiple choice questions (MCQ).

Class Lecture

Class lecture will be conducted by your Instructor during the timing specified above. Your Instructor will go through the entire study material with you and duration of each session is determined by your ability to understand the concept. At the end of the session, a short quiz and exam will be administered. Everything are all Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).

Confined Pool Practise


Wednesday 1830Hrs – 2200Hrs
| Sunday 0900Hrs – 1400Hrs

Confined pool session are conducted at Outram Secondary School. Other sessions are available for only special arrangement and is subjected to availability of our Instructors.

Before commencement of confined pool session, you will need to demonstrate swimming proficiency in the following areas:-

  • 200m swim with any stroke
  • 10mins float or threading water

Please take note that the swimming assessment is not a test but rather an evaluation of how confident you are in water. Do not worry if you are weak in swimming as you can opt for alternative methods to demonstrate swimming proficiency.

Your Instructor will go through the required basic skills with you and evaluate your performance. Once you have demonstrate competency in all your skills, you will be allowed to participate in the open water portion of your course.

Items To Bring

  • Swimming Goggles
  • Swim Wear
  • Sun Block
  • Change Of Clothes
  • Towel & Toiletries
  • Meals & Drinks

Sample Itinerary


Week 1

Monday
Tuesday
Saturday

Orientation
Learning, Instruction & The PADI System
Developing Development Presentation


Week 2

Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Saturday

Teaching In Confined Water
PADI Discover Scuba & Snorkeling Program
Confined Water Session [Practical]
Conducting Open Water Training Dives

 

Week 3

Monday
Friday

Teaching Project AWARE & PPB Specialties

Open Water Dive Session [Practical]

 

Course Fee


Local Program
     
Course Fee SGD 900#    
       
Fees Include:-      
  • Divemaster Manual With Divemaster Slates
  • Recreational Encyclopedia Of Diving
  • eRDP
  • Equipment Specialist Course
  • Theory, Confined Water & Open Water Dives
  • Instructional Fees

# Certification fee is not inclusive and it’s payable directly to PADI

Payment Methods

  • Credit/Debit Card^
  • Cheque
  • Cash
  • Bank/Internet Transfer

^ Installment periods of 6 or 12 months are applicable only for HSBC credit card user. There will be a 5.5% administrative charge for payment via installment.

Enrollment Procedures

Sunny Cove is always looking for ways to provide divers with comfort and convenience when they embark on a scuba education with us and we hope to provide you such service too!

  • Home Delivery Service*^
  • You may either drop us an email at info@sunnycove.com.sg or give us a buzz at 63338819 to request our staff to arrange the materials to be send to your mailing address.

  • Online Booking [Temporary Not Available]
  • Please click here to launch our interactive calendar. On the calendar, you will be able to select the dates you want and book immediately. Please take note that you will need to complete the payment process before your booking is confirm.

  • Email Registration^
  • Please download the forms listed below. You will need to email us the ‘Diver Particulars Form’ back by clicking the submit button on top of the form. The other set of document must be submitted when you pick up the study material. Once we have receive your electronic registration form, our staff will contact you to arrange a date for you to pick up the study material.

    Diver Particulars Form Download Here
    Liabilities Release Form Download Here
  • Walk-In Registration^
  • Registration forms will be given when you walk-in for registration. After all forms had been filled, our staff will go through with you the dates for your lesson and please feel free to ask our friendly staff any questions you might have. Please do give us a buzz at 63338819 before you drop by.

    * An additional surcharge of SGD 10 will be billed for home delivery
    ^ A non-redundable deposit of SGD 100 is required regardless of the method you select.


    Assistant Instructor

    February 20, 2010 by Thomas Koh  

    PADI Assistant Instructor course is your first step to becoming a true dive educator. You will learn the PADI’s General Standards & Procedures, the procedure to present a knowledge development, confined pool & open water session.

    Being a PADI Assistant Instructor separates you from providing solely logistics as a PADI Divemaster to a dive educator. After your course, you are able to do the following:-

    • Teach academic presentations
    • Teach the PADI Peak Performance Buoyancy Specialty course
    • Teach Project AWARE Specialty courses
    • Conduct PADI Discover Scuba Diving experiences
    • Teach Emergency First Response after completion of an EFR Instructor course

    Your course will consist of the following modules:-

    • 8 Knowledge Development Sessions
    • 1 Confined Pool Dive
    • 1 Open Water Dive

    Theory Session


    Monday Or Tuesday 1900Hrs – 2200Hrs
    | Saturday 1400Hrs – 1800Hrs

    Regular theory sesions are conducted on timing listed above. Unlike other centres who gives fixed number of theory sessions otherwise there will be additional charges, Sunny Cove doesn’t limit you to the number of theory sessions.

    We want you to be in control. If you require extra theory sessions, feel free to schedule more. We need you to fully understand the basis of your course before you proceed to the next module.

    Listed below are three methods that you can complete your knowledge development module.

    PADI eLearning [Register Here]

    With PADI eLearning, you will be able to study at your own convenience and pace. Unlimited online access to an electronic version of PADI Open Water Diver manual will be provided and you will also be able to complete your quiz and exam entirely at home without the need to drop by Sunny Cove. To learn how to the entire process work, please click here.

    Home Study Program

    You can self study at your own convenience and pace with your personal copy of study materials provided during sign up. You will need to go through the home work before scheduling another date at Sunny Cove for the Instructor to go through them with you. Once you have clear any doubts with your Instructor, a short quiz and exam will be administered. Everything are in multiple choice questions (MCQ).

    Class Lecture

    Class lecture will be conducted by your Instructor during the timing specified above. Your Instructor will go through the entire study material with you and duration of each session is determined by your ability to understand the concept. At the end of the session, a short quiz and exam will be administered. Everything are all Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ).

    Confined Pool Practise


    Wednesday 1830Hrs – 2200Hrs
    | Sunday 0900Hrs – 1400Hrs

    Confined pool session are conducted at Outram Secondary School. Other sessions are available for only special arrangement and is subjected to availability of our Instructors.

    Before commencement of confined pool session, you will need to demonstrate swimming proficiency in the following areas:-

    • 200m swim with any stroke
    • 10mins float or threading water

    Please take note that the swimming assessment is not a test but rather an evaluation of how confident you are in water. Do not worry if you are weak in swimming as you can opt for alternative methods to demonstrate swimming proficiency.

    Your Instructor will go through the required basic skills with you and evaluate your performance. Once you have demonstrate competency in all your skills, you will be allowed to participate in the open water portion of your course.

    Items To Bring

    • Swimming Goggles
    • Swim Wear
    • Sun Block
    • Change Of Clothes
    • Towel & Toiletries
    • Meals & Drinks

    Sample Itinerary


    Week 1

    Monday
    Tuesday
    Saturday

    Orientation
    Learning, Instruction & The PADI System
    Developing Development Presentation


    Week 2

    Monday
    Tuesday
    Wednesday
    Saturday

    Teaching In Confined Water
    PADI Discover Scuba & Snorkeling Program
    Confined Water Session [Practical]
    Conducting Open Water Training Dives

     

    Week 3

    Monday
    Friday

    Teaching Project AWARE & PPB Specialties

    Open Water Dive Session [Practical]

     

    Course Fee


    Local Program
         
    Course Fee SGD 800#    
           
    Fees Include:-      
    • Instructor Candidate Workbook
    • Accommodation & Transfer With Meals On Island
    • Rental Of Scuba Equipment Throughout Course
    • Theory, Confined Water & Open Water Dives
    • Instructional Fees

    # Certification fee is not inclusive and it’s payable directly to PADI

    Payment Methods

    • Credit/Debit Card^
    • Cheque
    • Cash
    • Bank/Internet Transfer

    ^ Installment periods of 6 or 12 months are applicable only for HSBC credit card user. There will be a 5.5% administrative charge for payment via installment.

    Enrollment Procedures

    Sunny Cove is always looking for ways to provide divers with comfort and convenience when they embark on a scuba education with us and we hope to provide you such service too!

  • Home Delivery Service*^
  • You may either drop us an email at info@sunnycove.com.sg or give us a buzz at 63338819 to request our staff to arrange the materials to be send to your mailing address.

  • Online Booking [Temporary Not Available]
  • Please click here to launch our interactive calendar. On the calendar, you will be able to select the dates you want and book immediately. Please take note that you will need to complete the payment process before your booking is confirm.

  • Email Registration^
  • Please download the forms listed below. You will need to email us the ‘Diver Particulars Form’ back by clicking the submit button on top of the form. The other set of document must be submitted when you pick up the study material. Once we have receive your electronic registration form, our staff will contact you to arrange a date for you to pick up the study material.

    Diver Particulars Form Download Here
    Liabilities Release Form Download Here
  • Walk-In Registration^
  • Registration forms will be given when you walk-in for registration. After all forms had been filled, our staff will go through with you the dates for your lesson and please feel free to ask our friendly staff any questions you might have. Please do give us a buzz at 63338819 before you drop by.

    * An additional surcharge of SGD 10 will be billed for home delivery
    ^ A non-redundable deposit of SGD 100 is required regardless of the method you select.