Emergency Oxygen Provider Course by UnderWatters Co in El Cajon
Difficulty
easy
Duration
4 hours
Fitness Level
Basic physical fitness recommended to handle hands-on drills comfortably
Overview
Gain crucial emergency oxygen skills with UnderWatters Co’s four-hour certification in El Cajon, CA. Perfect for all divers, this course offers hands-on training to handle underwater emergencies confidently.
Emergency Oxygen Provider Certification
Ages 10+ • 4 Hours • No Prerequisites Required!
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About This Adventure
Join our Emergency Oxygen Provider course for an engaging 4-hour experience that equips you with essential skills to handle dive emergencies. Learn to use oxygen equipment and practice life-saving techniques through hands-on drills, ensuring you’re prepared to deliver critical care in any underwater situation. No prerequisites required!
Duration
4 Hours
About
Learn how to skillfully determine when and how to deliver emergency oxygen in a variety of dive scenarios with our Emergency Oxygen Provider course. This course has no prerequisites and is open to everyone.
Knowledge Development: You will receive academic materials to review which will go over basic types of dive emergencies where oxygen would be needed, safety considerations, and an introduction to common oxygen equipment.
Skills Practice: Once the knowledge review section is completed, you will get hands-on practice with various drills where you will assemble/disassemble emergency oxygen equipment, use demand valves and non-rebreather masks, and deliver quality care and monitoring practices to simulated patients.
Adventure Tips
Prioritize Practical Drills
Engage fully in hands-on equipment practice to build muscle memory for real emergencies.
Arrive Prepared
Wear comfortable clothing and be ready to participate in physical exercises during the course.
Ask Questions
Instructors encourage questions—clarify any doubts about equipment use or emergency procedures.
No Diving Experience Needed
This course welcomes all skill levels; you don’t need prior diving certification to attend.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- California quail
- Western fence lizard
History
El Cajon, originally home to the Kumeyaay people, has a rich cultural history linked to its desert and foothill landscape.
Conservation
Local dive operators emphasize minimizing marine impact and practicing responsible dive safety protocols.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Comfortable casual clothing
Allows ease of movement during practical exercises.
Closed-toe shoes
Provides safety and support during hands-on equipment handling.
Water bottle
Stay hydrated, especially during warmer months.
summer specific
Note-taking materials
Useful for retaining key knowledge from the classroom segment.