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Scuba Diving Programs for Schools 

Why Scuba Diving? 3 Activity Guide 4 GAP Year Programs 7 The Dive Experiences / Courses 8 Prices 11 NVQ Ratings 12 Earn College Credit for PADI Courses 15 PADI Bubblemaker Birthday Parties 19

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Why Scuba Diving?Our diving in schools programmes gives students the opportunity to learn life long certifications with friends and family in a safe, team environment. Our scuba diving mantra is that we provide an inclusive sport that allows boys and girls with varying sporting abilities, interests and passions to apply them to the underwater world. Given a small amount of patience, we are constantly astounded by the enthusiasm and personal development by our students on a weekly basis for all course levels.

Enrichment Opportunities

As well as earning PADI scuba diving certifications, Ocean Tribe’s philosophy is to ensure that our younger divers really comprehend the importance of the underwater world to the well-being of the planet. Every course has been designed to challenge divers to know the most up-to-date trends in marine conservation and dive physiology and how these in turn can have an effect on protecting endangered species and reef-dependent communities.

Life Enriching Benefits

✓ Our diving at schools programmes mean that the student can incorporate diving as an extra curricular activity in a safe and convenient school environment.

✓ Dive with friends - Scuba diving is a social activity that pupils can share with friends and build lasting friendships upon.

✓ Dive with family - Scuba diving is an activity that can be shared by all family members.

✓ Become part of a different type of sports team - E-learning removes the burdens of cost of travel, food, perhaps accommodation; all of which eat heavily in to the diver’s precious training budget.

✓ ‘Dripfeed’ learning - To enable maximum knowledge retention whilst developing dive and general aquatic skills, our courses are set out with an hour of theory alongside an hour of in-water diving for every pupil. This way we track each pupil’s development and work on the areas of improvement required.

Educational Benefits

✓ Learning new skills that students can use for GCSE/A-level coursework- Pupils taking part in advanced courses and specialties can use their understanding of the underwater world to help them relate better to their curricular activities.

✓ Diving into your GCSE/A-levels- Divers can use their underwater experiences for biology, physics, art & photography coursework and/or foundation years.

✓ Scuba diving for Duke of Edinburgh- Completing the various levels of dive courses from Open Water to Divemaster, pupils can attain module completion in Bronze, Silver & Gold D of E levels as a skill or sport.

✓ Curriculum Vitae, UCAS Personal Statement- School leavers completing advanced courses can showcase their experiences with us to help them seek further education and employment opportunities.

✓ NVQ-level professional dive qualifications at school- Divers can complete PADI professional Divemaster Levels during their last year of school and assist with junior levels.

✓ CAS for International Baccalaureate- Divers can earn towards the creative, action and service towards their IB through various diving projects

✓ Volunteer & Enrichment Opportunities- divers can work with Ocean Tribe for charity events and voluntary work benefiting local communities. 



Activity GuideAfter School Activity - DSD, Bubblemaker, Jnr Certification (Scuba Diver, Open Water, Adv O/W, Rescue), Standard Certifications, Duke of Edinburgh - Open Water, Advanced O/WDuke of Edinburgh Residential - Marine Conservation Project, Underwater Photography Internship, Master Scuba Diver, Go Pro Packages (for over 18s)CAS Activity for International Baccalaureate - Creativity, Action, Service - Diver courses, underwater photography, reports, dive site mapping, beach/ underwater clean ups, coral monitoring,Go Pro Programs (for over 18s) - PADI Divemaster, PADI Assistant Instructor, PADI Open Water Scuba InstructorGAP Year Programs - Marine Conservation Programs, PADI Divemaster Internship, PADI Instructor Internship



Junior School After School Activities

PADI Bubble Maker- For ages 8+ years. The PADI BubbleMaker program introduces children to scuba equipment and gives them the chance to experience what it is like to scuba dive in the confines of a swimming pool under the direct supervision of a PADI Instructor

PADI Seal Team- For ages 8+ years. The PADI Seal Team provides a structured learning environment combined with enjoyable scuba activities. This stimulating program appeals to kids who crave adventure, seek the challenge of learning new skills and want to gain an appreciation for preserving the aquatic realm. They also earn credit towards their Junior Open Water Diver certification.

PADI Master Seal Team- For Ages 8+ years.The PADI Master Seal Team is a program for kids that are already PADI Seal Team members or a PADI Junior Scuba Diver or part of the Junior Open Water Diver program. The PADI Seal Team provides a structured learning environment combined with enjoyable scuba activities. This stimulating program appeals to kids who crave adventure, seek the challenge of learning new skills and want to gain an appreciation for preserving the aquatic realm.

Discover Scuba Diving- For ages 10+ years. Discover Scuba Diving will let you try scuba to see if you like it. While not an actual scuba certification, during the discover scuba diving experience you’ll learn how to use scuba equipment in shallow water and get a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.

Junior Open Water Diver- For ages 10+ years. The PADI Open Water Course is the world’s most popular scuba course, and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle. You breathe underwater for the first time (something you’ll never forget) and learn what you need to know to become a certified diver. During the course, you’ll make at least five pool dives and four dives at dive sites in Mombasa Marine Park under the supervision of your Ocean Tribe Instructor. The rating can be automatically upgraded to full Open Water certification when the diver reaches 15 years old.



Emergency First Response Primary & Secondary Care- Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR) teaches participants how to respond to life-threatening emergencies. The course focuses on primary care through a combination of knowledge development, skill development and realistic scenario practice to make sure participants have the confidence in their ability to provide care when emergency situations arise. Emergency First Response Secondary Care (first aid) covers injuries or illnesses that are not immediately life threatening. Participants focus on secondary assessment and first aid through knowledge development, skill development and realistic scenario practice.

Duke of Edinburgh Awards Scuba diving courses, projects and residential courses can be used in your pursuit of the Duke of Edinburgh International Awards. Ocean Tribe offer differing scuba diving opportunities and experiences for both beginner and certified divers. Such opportunities include learning to dive as part of your DoE. Taking part in environmental activities such as beach and underwater cleanups can be counted towards DoE and doing courses and staying in our residential package can be used for the DoE Gold Award.

CAS Activity for International BaccalaureateDiving can be used as a choice in all three segments of the CAS project. Our projects and courses offer great opportunities for creativity, action and service, including dive courses, conservation projects and challenging tasks. 



GAP Year ProgramsFor young people who have decided to take GAP year between school and university the dive internships offered by Dive Pro Africa give you a structured program to make sure that you actually get something constructive out of their GAP year. Skills acquired during the dive internships can improve a CV when participants look to gain employment later. Potential employers and university admissions tutors can take notice when participants can put down some of the experience and qualifications that participants can acquire during your GAP year diving experience in Kenya.

An example of things you can add to your CV

✓ Fully qualified in first aid and CPR✓ Fully qualified Divemaster/ PADI Diving Instructor with teaching experience at a busy dive centre✓ Customer service experience at a popular tourist venue✓ Familiarity with emergency response plans✓ Work with African communities✓ Worked and interacted with people of many nationalities and cultures✓ Work in African wildlife management programs and marine conservation programs including

supervisory roles

These are just some of the skills that participants can acquire but other skill keywords that they can pick up by involvement in our programs could include organisation, using initiative, conducting research, teaching students, communication, motivation, self-discipline, responsibility, leadership, team work, languages, independent learning and conservation project work. All of these skills are looked upon favourably by employers.Choosing a GAP year scuba diving internship in Kenya involves the participant thinking about what they would like to get out of the program as obviously the different programs offer the chance to learn different skills.

Contact us to discuss your different options which could include becoming a diving instructor or Divemaster, or perhaps working in marine conservation projects and learning to manage wildlife on a real African conservancy area. If you have a specific program that you would like to do then we can tailor it for you. Really we want you to get the most out of your GAP year experience as possible and acquire skills that will be useful to you further down the line. 



The Dive Experiences / Courses

PADI Bubble Maker- For ages 8+ years. The PADI BubbleMaker program introduces children to scuba equipment and gives them the chance to experience what it is like to scuba dive in the confines of a swimming pool under the direct supervision of a PADI Instructor

PADI Seal Team- For ages 8+ years. The PADI Seal Team provides a structured learning environment combined with enjoyable scuba activities. This stimulating program appeals to kids who crave adventure, seek the challenge of learning new skills and want to gain an appreciation for preserving the aquatic realm. They also earn credit towards their Junior Open Water Diver certification.

PADI Master Seal Team- For Ages 8+ years.The PADI Master Seal Team is a program for kids that are already PADI Seal Team members or a PADI Junior Scuba Diver or part of the Junior Open Water Diver program. The PADI Seal Team provides a structured learning environment combined with enjoyable scuba activities. This stimulating program appeals to kids who crave adventure, seek the challenge of learning new skills and want to gain an appreciation for preserving the aquatic realm.

Discover Scuba Diving- For ages 10+ years. Discover Scuba Diving will let you try scuba to see if you like it. While not an actual scuba certification, during the discover scuba diving experience you’ll learn how to use scuba equipment in shallow water and get a quick and easy introduction to what it takes to explore the underwater world.

Junior Open Water Diver- For ages 10+ years. The PADI Open Water Course is the world’s most popular scuba course, and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle. You breathe underwater for the first time (something you’ll never forget) and learn what you need to know to become a certified diver. During the course, you’ll make at least five pool dives and four dives at dive sites in Mombasa Marine Park under the supervision of your Ocean Tribe Instructor. The rating can be automatically upgraded to full Open Water certification when the diver reaches 15 years old.



Open Water Diver- For ages 15+ years. The PADI Open Water Course is the world’s most popular scuba course, and has introduced millions of people to the adventurous diving lifestyle. You breathe underwater for the first time (something you’ll never forget) and learn what you need to know to become a certified diver. During the course, you’ll make at least five pool dives and four dives at dive sites in Mombasa Marine Park under the supervision of your Ocean Tribe Instructor.

Advanced Open Water Diver- For ages 15+ years (12+years for Jnr Adv. O/W). The PADI Advanced Open Water Diver course builds on what you learned on the Open Water course, introducing new skills and extending the depth range to which you are permitted to dive. Unlike the Open Water course there is no confined water diving or classroom sessions, you are straight onto the boat in Mombasa Marine Park after some independent study in your manual and diving. You must complete 5 adventure dives and the matching knowledge reviews in the PADI Adventures in Diving Manual to qualify as an Advanced Open Water Diver.

Emergency First Response Primary & Secondary Care- Emergency First Response Primary Care (CPR) teaches participants how to respond to life-threatening emergencies. The course focuses on primary care through a combination of knowledge development, skill development and realistic scenario practice to make sure participants have the confidence in their ability to provide care when emergency situations arise. Emergency First Response Secondary Care (first aid) covers injuries or illnesses that are not immediately life threatening. Participants focus on secondary assessment and first aid through knowledge development, skill development and realistic scenario practice.

Emergency First Response Care for Children- The Emergency First Response Care for Children course is an innovative CPR, AED and First Aid training course that teaches participants how to provide emergency care for injured or ill children (ages one to eight) and infants less than one year old. Participants learn about the types of medical emergencies that children face, and how they differ from adult conditions. The curriculum also includes the importance of attending to basic emergency situations with children, the emotional aspects of caring for children, secondary care for children, and preventing common injuries and illnesses in children.



PADI Rescue Diver- For ages 15+ years (12+years for Jnr Rescue Diver). It is time for “Serious Fun.” Do you see yourself as a caring person and want to be able to help people. The PADI Rescue Diver course teaches you the fundamental knowledge and skills to effectively assist a fellow diver in distress, co-ordinate dive accident scenario management and render appropriate first aid to a victim when necessary. The course takes three days to complete and follows on from the basic primary and secondary care training that you receive on the Emergency First Response course, which should be done prior to commencing a PADI Rescue Diver course.

Digital Underwater Photography Specialty Course- For ages 10+. The PADI Digital Underwater Photography Specialty course teaches snorkelers and divers tips and techniques required to take photographs successfully underwater in an AWARE manner. Training covers issues such as reduced light, water clarity and equipment set-up and care. Training can take place in both the swimming pool and on our fabulous coral reefs in Mombasa Marine Park..

AWARE Coral Reef Conservation- Everyone likes to scuba dive or snorkel in warm, clear water on a vibrant coral reef, yet many people know little about what they’re seeing or the importance of reef ecosystems. The AWARE - Coral Reef Conservation Specialty course helps you appreciate the complexity of these habitats and teaches you how you can help conserve these vital systems. Anyone who has an interest in the aquatic world can take this course. There are no prerequisites or age restrictions and no water sessions are required to earn this non-diving certification. What you will learn-•How coral reefs function and the complex nature of life on a reef.•Why coral reefs are so important.•Why many coral reefs are in serious trouble.•What you can do to prevent further decline.•How Project AWARE unites divers and water enthusiasts to make a difference.

AWARE Fish Identification Diver Specialty Course- For ages 10+. This course teaches recreational divers about the families of fish that inhabitat a region, how to identify them and introduces species surveying techniques and the importance of marine conservation.

PADI Underwater Naturalist Specialty Diver- For ages 10+. This course teaches recreational divers to interact with the marine environment and its inhabitants respectfully to avoid having a negative impact. Divers also learn about marine life classification, interactions and factual information about creatures perceived to be dangerous.

Ocean Tribe offer many more specialities including Deep Diver, Wreck Diver, Night Diver and other environmental specialities specific to the Kenyan marine environment. For participants aged 18+ there are also the Go Pro programs of PADI Divemaster and PADI Instructor which can be completed on GAP Years. Further information on the full range of

PADI courses offered at Ocean Tribe please visit http:/oceantribeafrica.co/product-category/padi-courses/ 



Prices

*= Academics for the courses can be done online if preferred through eLearning and PADI Open Water Touch for iPad/Android. 

Activity Price (Ksh)Materials

and Certification (Ksh)

PADI Bubble Maker 6000

PADI Seal Team 30000

PADI Master Seal Team 30000

PADI Discover Scuba Diving (Pool Dive Only) 6000

PADI Discover Scuba Diving (1 Dive) 12000

PADI Discover Scuba Diving (2 Dives) 14000

PADI Scuba Diver (3 days) 27500 7600

PADI Open Water 43000 7600

PADI Advanced Open Water Diver 30000 7500

PADI Emergency First Response 12000 3500

PADI Rescue Diver 36000 7500



NVQ RatingsLearning Aim Ref

Learning Aim Title

Awarding Body Aim Ref

Awarding Body

Current Provision Indicator

Notional NVQ Level

Non Funded Status

16-18 LR Adult LR ER App ER TtG ASL

268603

Advanced Open Water Diver

AOWD

PADI - PADI International Ltd

Y 1 1 NN NN AA

119930

Assistant Instructor (Internship)


Y 2 1

237123 Course Director CD


Y X 1 NN NN AA

119740

Dive Business Orientation

DBO


Y 3 1 NN AA AA

119929

Divemaster (Internship)


Y 2 1

119738

Master Scuba Diver Trainer

MSDT


Y 2 1 NN NN AA



119741Open Water Diver

OWD


Y 1 1 NN NN AA

237130

Open Water Scuba Instructor (ICD/IE)

IDC/IE


Y X 1

119743 Rescue Diver RD


Y 1 1 NN NN AA

119739Staff Instructor

SI


Y 2 1 NN NN AA

119742

Advanced Open Water/Medic First Aid


N 1

1002525X

Certificate in Scuba Instruction


N 3 1 NN NN AN AN



237121

Instructor/Instructor Evaluation


N 2

119931

Instructor/Instructor Evaluation/Medic First Aid Instruction Course


N 2

237122

Medic First Aid Instructor

MFAI


N X



Earn College Credit for PADI Courses

Yes! You may be eligible to get college credit for learning how to scuba dive. PADI courses have been recommended by a variety of Institutions for college credit or funding in various countries throughout the world. Choose from the regions below to find out how it works

United States

The American Council on Education’s College Credit Recommendation Service (ACE CREDIT) has evaluated and recommended college credit for

15 PADI courses

3 DSAT courses

1 Emergency First Response course.

The American Council on Education is the major coordinating body for all the nation’s higher education institutions.

Learn more about how you can gain college credit for PADI courses in the U.S. (PDF) or contact PADI Americas at [email protected].

Australia

PADI Divers may receive credit toward various certificates and diplomas for several PADI courses within the Australian national training system. These training providers recognize certain PADI and Emergency First Response (EFR) courses:

Training and Further Education (TAFE) South Australia

Australia Fisheries Academy (AFA) South Australia

Victorian Tertiary Admissions Center (VTAC)

Western Australia Curriculum Council (WACC)

Tasmanian Qualifications Authority (TQA)

Queensland Studies Authority (QSA)

Vocational Education and Training (VET) – Nationally Recognised Training 


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Canada

The British Columbia Ministry of Education (External Credentials Program for Industrial and Occupational Courses) has approved the PADI Open Water Diver (2 credits), PADI Advanced or Adventures in Diving Program (4 credits) and PADI Rescue Diver (4credits) courses for school credit.

Grade 10, 11 and 12 students who have been certified in these PADI courses simply present their PADI certification card to the school administration to apply for credit. For information on receiving credit contact your school’s administration. On an individual, merit-base case, divers in Canada may also receive credit for PADI courses through the USA-based American Council on Education’s College Credit Recommendation Service as noted under “United States.”

Europe, Middle East and Africa

Visit http://providers.lsc.gov.uk/LAD/ for details of PADI and Emergency First Response courses currently listed on the the UK Learning Aim Database, which holds data on all learning aims and qualifications recognised by the Skills Funding Agency (SFA), an agency of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS).

Divers may be awarded credit for PADI courses from further education institutions in mainland Europe and through the military, however, each institution sets its own benchmarks for credit accumulation and transfer, so should be contacted individually to obtain information on their specific recognition of prior learning policy.

For further information, contact the Training Department on [email protected].  

Japan

Those who want to teach diving in Japanese school systems (colleges, universities, vocational schools, etc.) undergo general and specialized course work and testing to become authorised by the Japan Sports Association (JASA), under the jurisdiction of the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology.

PADI Open Water Scuba Instructors are exempt from this specialised course and test, and can attain JASA authorisation by taking a general course and certification test.

New Zealand

Open Water Divers, Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver qualify for the National Certificate of Diving: Foundational Skills

Divemaster and Open Water Scuba Instructors qualify for the National Certificate of Diving: Leadership;

Specialty Instructors qualify for the National Certificate of Diving: Instruction. 



Frequently Asked Questions

What are the prerequisites for the experience?

To take part in the scuba diving courses and experiences the following apply:

· Children/ young people must meet the minimum age for the specific program

· Medical conditions must be met - the medical questions are on the individual course statements and paperwork. These must be answered honestly and truthfully as they relate to the safety of your child whilst diving.

· They do not have to be accomplished swimmers to take part in the experience but they should be comfortable in the water.

We share pick up/drop off duties with other parents. Can someone else bring my child(ren) along?

Yes and no. A parent or legal guardian must attend with the child(ren) at the first session of a PADI Seal Team/Bubblemaker programs undertaken with Ocean Tribe.

We set this condition because the paperwork which we require you to fill out has to be completed correctly as it relates to the safety of your child. Part of this relates to a safety briefing which must be heard by both parent and child and requires a signature from each person to show they have listened to this.

All paperwork has to be signed by a parent or legal guardian and we are VERY particular about this. Any mistakes or omissions will result in disappointment as we will not allow the child in the water.

Following this, we will accept children as a group drop-off but we will require a responsible adult to remain on site during the session.

What happens if I answer “Yes” to any of the medical questions?

The medical questionnaire is used to ensure that your child is generally fit to dive and must be answered truthfully. If there are any positive answers then this does not necessarily rule them out from diving but they must receive approval from your GP. We use an additional medical questionnaire which contains a form for your GP to sign as well as some notes for their consideration.



Can I start the course and get medical approval prior to final sign-off?

No. We are required to ensure participants are fit to dive before they are accepted on to the experience and we must have a GPs approval if any conditions have been noted.

Can I persuade you to overlook this answer or give me a fresh form to fill out?

No. None of our staff are fully medically trained and as such are not in a position to make judgement calls on whether a particular individual is medically fit to dive. As the forms are a self-certification they should be completed honestly – if any of our staff become aware of medical conditions subsequently then they will require a Doctor’s sign-off before allowing the child to continue with the course. 



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PADI Bubblemaker Birthday Parties

Hey kids want to host the coolest birthday party?

Host your party underwater and go scuba diving!

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Bubblemaker Birthday’s are a special and fun way to celebrate your child’s special day. All participants must be at least 8 years old to be on scuba equipment. Please contact us for packages.

Cost: Ksh 60,000 for 6 kids, Ksh 2,500 for each additional child up to 12 kids. Our experienced and children friendly instructors will be conducting the programs to ensure your child has the best scuba experience. 


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