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SSBA to 30M
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Dive into the heart of the seafood industry with the ADAS Aquaculture SSBA to 30m Course, a specialized four-week program designed to fulfill the legislative training requirements for commercial diving in the aquaculture sector. This course is an essential credential for divers working in Tuna, Salmon, and various other fish farming operations, providing a significant boost to any commercial diver’s resume.
Course Highlights:
- Industry-Specific Training: Tailored to meet the unique demands of the seafood industry, focusing on the skills necessary for efficient and safe diving operations in aquaculture settings.
- Comprehensive Dive Program: Engage in 21 dives that combine the theoretical knowledge from Part 1 SCUBA TO 30M with the equipment expertise from Part 2 SSBA TO 30M.
- Aquaculture Skill Set: Master a select range of aquaculture skills through practical SSBA dives, ensuring you are well-prepared for industry-specific tasks.
- Legislative Compliance: The course meets the diving units of competency of the Seafood Industry Training Package SF111, making it a compliant choice for accredited diver training in Tasmania, South Australia, and the Queensland Aquaculture industry.
- Sector Versatility: Equip yourself with the qualifications needed for the Beche De Mer and Cray fishing sectors in the Torres Strait, enhancing your employability across various regions and specialties.
By completing the ADAS Aquaculture SSBA to 30m Course, you will not only achieve a vital certification for working within the aquaculture industry but also gain the confidence and competence to perform at the highest standards of commercial diving. This course is a strategic investment in your career, positioning you as a skilled and versatile diver ready to take on the challenges of the seafood industry.
- Find onshore work as a commercial diver in Aquaculture
- Work as a diver in Tasmania or South Australia on the fish farms
The ADAS Aquaculture diving course is a course specifically for those who want to work in the Aquaculture industry and primarily aimed at those wanting to work on fish farms.
The ADAS Part Two SSBA to 30 m course is always recommended as your first option of course due to the higher versatility and accessibility of jobs however if cost is a primary factor on choosing courses then the ADAS Aquaculture course is your best low cost with a job outcome course (when compared to ADAS Part One).
At least 18 years old
- Divers must be at least 18 years of age at the commencement of training.
Recreational Diving Certificate
- Hold a recognised certificate of recreational diving competence (e.g. an open water sports diver qualification from a recognised SCUBA training organization, or a certificate as a military diver) and demonstrate logged evidence of at least 10 dives undertaken since receiving certification and within 6 months of commencing the ADAS training course
Current Commercial Dive Medical
- Before we can allow anyone to dive, they must hold an occupational dive medical compliant to the Australian Standard (AS) 2299.1.
- The doctor who assesses you for medical fitness is required to be trained in hyperbaric medicine and certified as an occupational diving doctor.
- You can find dive doctors using the SPUMS website: https://www.spums.org.au/
Current First Aid, CPR and Advanced Oxygen Resuscitation certificates
- To meet the AS/NZS 2299.1 and ADAS requirements anyone who joins a course at CDA, or any other ADAS school is required to have a current first aid, 02 provider and CPR certification.
- In general if the card has First Aid on it, and the course was about a day long, it is likely this will be accepted. Though if you are not sure if your First Aid ticket is accepted, you can contact us any time to find out.
- If you are completing your First Aid, CPR or O2 course in Australia, you can check if the units are acceptable by checking this table.
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- The qualification obtained will depend on what ADAS level you are attaining.
- For ADAS Part 1, refer to this page.
- For ADAS Part 2, refer to this page.
- For ADAS Part 3, refer to this page.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) recognises a lesser level of experience than Recognition of Prior Learning – Exceptional Circumstances (RPL– EC). It gives credit of up to two weeks per level against the usual 4-week training process for each of ADAS Part 1, 2 and 3. An experienced diver could complete ADAS Part 3 in 6 weeks (half the usual time). Depending on depths and the type of air delivery system used, two years commercial diving experience is a useful rule of thumb to qualify for some RPL, although this can vary depending on each individual’s diving experience and circumstances.
Prior Learning – Exceptional Circumstances (RPL– EC) is an assessment only programme of three weeks (to ADAS Part 3). It requires experience of at least five years as a commercial diver and the diver needs to be able to show a wide range of tools use and exposure to a range of diving work and situations. The diver needs to be very experienced up to the depth they wish to gain accreditation for. The course is one week per level and as such is only two weeks for an ADAS Part 2 trainee.
No, course fees exclude accommodation and food, these are your responsibility. We are more than happy to provide you with a list of local accommodation providers.
For our courses on Orpheus Island, accommodation is an additional cost but is available at Orpheus Island Research Station for a fixed fee per course.
Yes, we offer a pickup on the first day only for courses in Tasmania. Pick up can be either from Launceston Airport or from your accommodation in Launceston city if you arrive earlier. Please note that we do not offer daily transport during the course.
We cannot assist with visa applications, if you do need assistance we suggest contacting a visa agent in your home country. We can provide an acceptance letter once you have paid a deposit and secured a place on a course.
By Completing our ADAS Course Package in 2024!
The fastest pathway to becoming a commercial diver qualified to earn the big bucks, is by obtaining an ADAS Part 3 Certificate.
CDA is currently offering a combo deal for its ADAS Part 1, 2 & 3 Courses when taken together. If this is of interest to you please contact CDA today as spots are limited.
ADAS Part 1
SCUBA to 30M
- Introduction to SCUBA and light tools
- Work opportunities as a scientific diver
- Work opportunities as police divers
- Pre-requisite for construction diving courses
Price $8,500 AU
ADAS Part 2
SSBA to 30M
- Introduction to Surface Supplied Breathing Apparatus (SSBA)
- The base for underwater construction activities
- Great option for Aquaculture divers
- Underwater Welding
Price $8,500 AU
ADAS Part 3
SSBA to 50M
- Enables divers to work offshore
- Accepted by IMCA
- Must have for international and offshore Oil and Gas
- Crossover with HSE, INPP DCBC, PSA, NDC and DOL
