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Ready to get going? Great! Here is what you do:

Option One: PADI eLearning

If you are eager to get started right now, this is the way. Click on the link below to sign up for and begin the learning program. We will get an e-mail from PADI telling us that you have enrolled, and will be in touch to answer questions are arrange for your academic review and skill-development sessions.

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Option Two: Traditional Textbook/DVD

The best way to take advantage of this option is to simply stop by the store. We will have you complete the necessary paperwork, give you your self-study materials, and go over the personal equipment you will need. Next thing you know, you will be under water and swimming like a fish.

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As soon as possible, you will need to complete and sign the standard RSTC Medical History form. You can download a copy of this form, in Adobe Acrobat Portable Document Format (PDF), using the link on the right.

Be aware that the attorneys who designed this form were especially picky about how you complete it. In particular:

• You must physically write out the words YES or NO to each and every question.
• You cannot simply put a Y or an N, or use checkmarks or Xs.

In other words:

If possible, print the form on the front and back of a single sheet of paper. Be sure to fill out the contact information on the top half of the back. Assuming you can honestly answer NO to all of the questions, bring the signed form with you to class.

What if I have to answer YES? Don’t panic. It just means that you have a condition that requires a physician’s approval prior to taking part in any in-water activities. Here is what you do:

• Take the completed Medical History form to your physician, along with the Guidelines for Recreational Scuba Diver’s Physical Examination (4 Pages; 204K).
• Discuss the medical history/exam form and guidelines with your physician. If he or she has a question, the guidelines have a number at Duke University Medical Center you can call.

Assuming your physician is okay with you diving (which is generally the case), he or she can sign the form where indicated on the back. Bring the signed form with you when you arrive for class.

This is Important: You must either bring the medical history form with a NO to all questions, or the same form with one or more YESs (but signed by your physician), with you or you will not be allowed to participate. No exceptions.

Contact us if you have any questions.

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