Top-up Class II DoEL – Offshore Commercial Air Diver: 50m SSDE (Class II)

This certification represents one of the highest levels of commercial diving expertise offered by The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine. It prepares divers for rewarding careers in demanding environments where advanced skills are essential for success. This an IMCA-recognised surface supplied diving qualification.

Top Up Class II Commercial Diver training is designed for individuals seeking to enhance their skills and knowledge in advanced diving operations after completing their Class IV and Class III diving certifications from an accredited training centre. This certification focuses on specialised techniques and equipment used in offshore diving, including air chamber operations and surface decompression methods.

Course Structure

• Theory Component: Completed online independently prior to the practical training start date. Topics include advanced diving theory, air chamber operations, surface decompression diving (SurD02), and wet bell operations.

• Practical Training: Delivered at The Academy of Diving and Offshore Medicine or another approved training facility. This intensive phase emphasizes advanced SSDE use, underwater tool handling, communication, offshore procedures, and complex diving operations under supervision. COST TO BE INVOICED BY THE ACADEMY OF DIVING SEPARATELY FOR EFT / SWIFT PAYMENT

On completion of theory online, please book your practical training dates by sending an email to us:

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Certification and Skills

Graduates of the Class II programme receive certification that qualifies them to perform advanced offshore diving operations. They are equipped with the necessary skills to operate air chambers, manage surface decompression procedures, and utilise wet bells effectively. This certification opens up opportunities for divers to engage in more complex underwater tasks, such as deep-sea exploration and underwater construction.

Career Opportunities with Class II Certification

Class II certified divers are highly sought after in the commercial diving industry. With this qualification, you can:

1. Work Offshore: Engage in offshore oil and gas projects, underwater construction, pipeline inspections, and repairs.

2. Participate in Complex Projects: Take on roles requiring advanced techniques and equipment, such as salvage operations or deep-sea exploration.

3. Specialised Diving Tasks: Perform tasks that require the use of air chambers, wet bells, and surface-supplied diving systems.

(SAQA ID 110371 | NQF Level 4)

This programme aligns to the QCTO curriculum for Diver (Commercial) (684101001) and supports the SAQA Occupational Certificate: Commercial Diver (SAQA ID 110371, NQF Level 4).
Exit Level Outcomes are achieved through training and assessment that develops competence in full commercial diving operational readiness, safe dive planning and risk control, equipment setup and testing, dive execution and emergency response, effective surface support, and complete post-dive documentation and maintenance in compliance with industry safety requirements.

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