1. General
This course is identical tot he HSA Basic Open Water Scuba Diver Course.
2. Course Objectives
This course is a complete entry-level certification course in SCUBA diving for youths 10 – 14 of age.
(3) Three levels of certification are offered based on the student’s ability to fulfill the HSA performance requirements.
3. Qualifications of Graduates
When successfully completed, course graduates will be considered competent to engage i11 open water skin and SCUBA diving activities. When diving with an adult of the parent’s or guardian’s choice, who has received a Level A or above Open Water SCUBA Diver Certification from a nationally recognized diver training agency, providing:
a. Diving activities approximate those in which the junior diver was trained
b. Dive site environment and conditions resemble those encountered during training.
c. The Junior Diver complies with all HSA recommended diving procedures.
d. Maximum sport diving depth of 60 feet / 18 meters.
4. Who May Teach
This course may be taught by an active Handicapped Scuba Association Instructor in good standing.
5. Prerequisites for Entering Course
a. No prior certification is required, however, it is recommended that familiarity with the aquatic medium and basic swimming skills be acquired prior to course enrolment.
b.The age requirement is 10 – 14 years old, however, each student is REQUIRED TO EXHIBIT THE MENTAL AND PHYSICAL MATURITY of a fully certified HSA Basic Open Water SCUBA Diver.
6. Required Course Minimums
This course is identical to the HSA Basic Open Water SCUBA Diver Course.
7. Conversion of Conditional Junior Certification
At age 15 the Junior Diver may request any teaching HSA Instructor to convert the conditional Junior Certification to a Basic OpenWater SCUBA Diver. The instructor who handles the conversion may, at their discretion, require a review, practice and evaluation of skills and knowledge.
