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GUE BLS-D & Oxygen First Aid
Foundational first aid course covering basic life support for divers (BLS-D) combined with proper oxygen administration for suspected dive-related medical emergencies. Taught in partnership with Divers Alert Network (DAN) Europe. Covers emergency recognition, activation of emergency medical services, early BLS and automated external defibrillation (AED), plus recognition of diving-specific injury signs and emergency response protocols. Suitable for all divers, boat crews, rescue personnel, and non-divers.
Prerequisites
Must be physically and mentally fit, non-smoker. No specific diving certification required.
Instructors Teaching This Course
We're still building out the directory country by country, so this list isn't every instructor or dive centre teaching it in the world — more locations are coming soon.
Common questions about GUE BLS-D & Oxygen First Aid
What are the prerequisites for GUE BLS-D & Oxygen First Aid?
GUE's standards require: Must be physically and mentally fit, non-smoker. No specific diving certification required.
Where can I take GUE BLS-D & Oxygen First Aid?
3 instructors in the TecDiveTools directory teach GUE BLS-D & Oxygen First Aid, in Malta and Mexico. Each is listed further up this page.