Short, hands-on first aid and CPR training developed by dive medicine experts—perfect for divers, boaters, and coastal travelers near Fort Myers. Learn practical oxygen and incident-management skills in an evening or weekend format.
Short, hands-on first aid and CPR training developed by dive medicine experts—perfect for divers, boaters, and coastal travelers near Fort Myers. Learn practical oxygen and incident-management skills in an evening or weekend format.
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Operated by Scuba Quest · Cape Coral, Florida
On the edge of the Caloosahatchee River and a short drive from Fort Myers, DAN First Aid Courses - Fort Myers runs out of Scuba Quest Cape Coral, offering compact, practical training for divers, boaters, and coastal adventurers. In an evening or weekend format you’ll practice CPR, basic first aid, oxygen administration, and incident management skills designed by dive medicine physicians and experienced diving educators. The syllabus focuses on injuries common to the water—barotrauma, decompression illness, drowning-related care—while teaching protocols that transfer to roadside accidents, cardiac events, and other emergencies. All material follows current ILCOR and AHA guidelines, and certification is issued as a digital card valid for two years. What makes this course special for Southwest Florida is its direct connection to the local marine community. Scuba Quest Cape Coral serves as a practical meeting point for divers heading to the Gulf of Mexico, nearby wrecks, and the estuary networks that define the region. The training emphasizes scenarios likely along these coasts: how to assess an unresponsive swimmer, how to administer oxygen on a small boat, and how to coordinate with local emergency services. In short, the class trains people to act with decision-making clarity when conditions are wet, windy, or otherwise chaotic. The program is brief but focused: a single first aid/CPR/O2 class is offered for $150, with an option to take the suite of courses for $250. Courses include eLearning modules you complete ahead of class and hands-on skills sessions at Scuba Quest Cape Coral so time in the classroom is devoted to practical practice rather than lectures. That combination makes it accessible to working professionals, guides, and recreational divers who can’t spend an entire weekend away. Practical tips: arrive with a charged phone, wear comfortable clothing for hands-on practice, and bring boat or dive log info if you want scenario-specific feedback. The skills you gain are portable—useful on a charter fishing trip, shore dive, or neighborhood emergency. For visitors planning time on the water around Fort Myers and Cape Coral, this short investment of time builds real confidence and directly increases safety for everyone you travel with. Whether you pilot a skiff to a wreck or lead a group across the mangroves, DAN First Aid Courses - Fort Myers gives you tools to respond when it matters most. Students often report that hands-on oxygen practice and scenario drills remove hesitation and make reaching for lifesaving gear second nature. Local captains and dive leaders frequently recommend this program before multi-day charters. The course also emphasizes teamwork and clear communication—skills that reduce risk and speed rescue. Seats are limited; booking ahead via the provided referral link secures your spot and helps instructors tailor scenarios to the local coastline and sites.
easy.
2–4 hours.
Light physical activity: kneeling for CPR practice and basic lifting; no advanced fitness required.
Certification is valid for two years from the date of the course and issued as a digital card.
No—courses are designed for divers and non-divers alike; content focuses on common aquatic and general emergency care.
Classes meet at Scuba Quest Cape Coral (meeting point as listed) for the in-person skills session.
Yes—the course includes oxygen administration for drowning and other diving-related incidents as part of the curriculum.
There are no stated age minimums in the provided description; confirm specifics with the operator at booking.
Tuition includes eLearning access and a digital certification card; check the referral link for current pricing and bundle options.
DAN (Divers Alert Network) programs were developed by dive medicine professionals and educators to standardize emergency response for underwater incidents.
Courses stress responsible boating and dive practices to reduce incidents; instructors encourage minimizing pollution and following local marine-protection rules.
Scuba Quest is a dive center located in Cape Coral, Florida, offering a range of NAUI dive courses, guided fun dives, and pool access. The business provides Open Water Scuba Diver certification classes in both Cape Coral and Fort Myers, combining heated pool training with open water dives to teach essential skills, equipment use, and environmental awareness. Advanced-level training is available through two Advanced Scuba Diver offerings that include six open-water dives covering deep, night, and navigation skills, with at least one program noting a free two-tank boat dive. Enriched Air Nitrox courses are offered in Cape Coral and Fort Myers; the three-hour Nitrox program covers gas blends, safety protocols, and dive planning and includes nitrox fills or rentals as specified. Introductory Try Scuba sessions allow participants ages 10 and up to experience a one-hour pool-based dive with equipment provided, and the fee can be applied toward full Open Water certification. Scuba Quest also offers pool use with pay-for-air fills, Boynton Beach two-tank boat fun dives exploring 60–80 foot depths for certified divers, and a private refresher option that combines pool practice and classroom time over four to six hours with equipment rentals and a digital refresher card. All offerings are presented with clear course lengths, site details, and equipment options. Scuba Quest’s published programs emphasize safety, training progression, and access to both local shore and boat dive opportunities in Southwest Florida. Instructors follow recognized standards; course prerequisites and equipment checks are explained during registration to ensure readiness and safety.
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