Scientific Diving Classes
Becoming Certified
The next Scientific Diving class will be Spring 2023 as a quarter long course. You can see sample schedules below from past classes in both the intensive (Fall) and quarter long (Spring) formats. If you have a medical condition (typically diabetes or asthma) that might preclude you from taking scientific dive training please contact Diving Safety <divingsafety@ucsc.edu> so that we can discuss your options.
First Steps:
- Decide which Progression Of Classes you wish to take and review the Fall and Spring Calendars.
- Review the Fall or Spring Information Sheets as well as the Fall or Spring Syllabus. Access additional information about UCSC's Biology Classes.
- Complete an Application and the Equipment List. Both of these need to be sent to the Diving Safety Office by the application deadline.
- Print and complete the Medical Forms. Obtain your doctor's signature and the Health Center signature if exam not performed at the Health Center.
- Medical clearance and other required documents will be collected on the first day of class.
- Review Equipment Hints and prepare your equipment.
Scientific Diving Certification Progression
For infomation about SCUBA classes consult Athletics and Recreation.
Example 1 | Example 2 | Example 3 | Example 4 |
Not SCUBA Certified | Not SCUBA Certified | Not SCUBA Certified | SCUBA Certified |
Fall Quarter |
Fall Quarter |
Fall Quarter |
Fall Quarter |
Winter Quarter and Rescue Diver |
Winter Quarter and Rescue Diver |
Winter Quarter and Rescue Diver |
Winter Quarter |
Spring Quarter Scientific Diving $450 |
Spring Quarter |
Spring Quarter |
Spring Quarter Scientific Diving $450 |
Moss Landing Research Diver Course $500 |
Fall Quarter Scientific Diving $450 |