Are there any special qualifications or considerations to participate in a scuba class? What are the medical requirements?
No. Generally speaking, anyone in good average health and at least 10 years old can participate. You will, however, complete a medical questionnaire. If anything on the questionnaire indicates a reason to be cautious about diving, you’ll need check with a physician to make sure you can dive. Asthma, diabetes, epilepsy and pregnancy are the most common are a few medical conditions that may preclude you from diving. Children must be accompanied by parent or guardian during the medical assessment. This is a copy of The Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC) medical form, if you answer yes to these questions you should consult a physician before scuba diving. It is required under Australian regulations that a dive student has a current Dive Medical to Australian Standards “(AS4005.1, Appendix A”. These forms are available at the medical centres.
