Affiliate / Trainee
For people entering the sector, those in training and others who want to engage with ICDA and learn about professional practice.
MEMBERSHIP / INDIVIDUALS
A professional pathway.
From first dive to leadership.
ICDA aims to support individuals throughout their careers, from training and entry-level work to supervision, management and specialist roles.
MEMBERSHIP PROGRAMME IN DEVELOPMENT
MEMBERSHIP CATEGORIES
Built for every career stage.
The following categories are proposed and remain subject to further development.
Diver / Operative
For qualified commercial divers and operational personnel seeking professional engagement and access to developing guidance and resources.
Supervisor / Project Manager
For those undertaking diving supervision, project management and related operational leadership responsibilities.
YOUR PROFESSIONAL JOURNEY
Grow your career with ICDA.
From initial training to operational leadership, explore how proposed ICDA resources could support your development. Career stages are illustrative and not compulsory membership steps.
- TraineeDiscover the industry and core standards
- Commercial diverGuidance, safe practice and CPD
SpecialistTechnical learning and competence- SupervisorLeadership and formal development
Superintendent / ownerOperational assurance and management
Membership alone does not verify competence, grant a qualification or guarantee career progression. Training and assessments may carry separate fees.
COMPARE PROPOSED MEMBERSHIPS
Find your starting point.
| Individual category | Who it is for | Potential focus | Annual fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| Affiliate / Trainee | Aspiring divers and trainees | Entry guidance, fundamentals, industry information | TBA |
| Commercial Diver | Qualified working divers | CPD, operational guidance and resources | TBA |
| Professional / Specialist | Experienced divers and technical specialists | Specialist learning and professional development | TBA |
| Supervisor / Manager | Supervisors, project managers and superintendents | Leadership, assurance and management resources | TBA |
Proposed categories and benefits only. Fees, eligibility and entitlements will be confirmed before launch; a job title is not an ICDA competence credential.
CAREER-LONG ENGAGEMENT
Progression without losing connection.
The trainee of today may become tomorrow’s supervisor, superintendent or diving business owner.
ICDA’s proposed individual membership pathway is designed around that long-term professional journey. Future benefits may include guidance, professional development resources and opportunities to contribute to industry discussions. The precise offering is still being developed.
BE PART OF THE CONVERSATION
Interested in the future of ICDA?
Membership is not yet open. We welcome expressions of interest from people and organisations who would like to learn more as our plans develop.
PROPOSED INDIVIDUAL PATHWAYS
Find your place in the alliance
These pathways reflect different stages of an inshore commercial diving career. Eligibility, benefits and fees are still being developed.
Affiliate / Trainee
For those entering the industry or wishing to participate in the ICDA community.
Diver / Operative
For practising commercial divers interested in competence development and industry guidance.
Supervisor / Manager
For supervisory and management professionals seeking continuing development and professional engagement.
No qualifications, professional status or certification are conferred through an expression of interest.
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