DFA PRO
DAN DFA Pro: Diving First Aid for Professional Divers
DAN’s Diving First Aid for Professional Divers (DFA Pro) is the most comprehensive first aid training program available for dive professionals. Tailored specifically for the commercial, scientific, aquarium, and professional diving community, this course goes far beyond basic CPR. Whether you're a Divemaster, Instructor, scientific diver, or safety officer, this training equips you with the tools to recognize and respond to dive-specific emergencies with confidence.
Ocean Enterprises is proud to offer this essential certification in San Diego, Southern California’s hub for professional dive training. DFA Pro is not just for pros—non-divers and surface support personnel will also gain invaluable lifesaving and risk-mitigation skills.
What You’ll Learn
- Basic Life Support (BLS): CPR, AED use, airway management
- Emergency Oxygen (EO2) administration for dive-related injuries
- Neurological assessment and how to recognize spinal or brain trauma symptoms
- First aid for hazardous marine life injuries (stings, bites, envenomation)
- Scene safety, emergency planning, and communication with EMS
DAN DFA Pro certification is a requirement for many professional diving roles and is recognized internationally. If you're working—or planning to work—as a Divemaster, Instructor, or scientific diver, this course is a must. Contact classes@oceanenterprises.com to register or ask questions.
Availability: Contact us for booking information
- Course Name: DAN DFA Pro – Diving First Aid for Professional Divers
- Skill Level: Intermediate to Expert
- Prerequisites: None (ideal for Divemasters, Instructors, scientific and commercial divers)
