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Air Force Combat Dive Course (AFCDC)
For any questions contact us:
(850) 348-0011
(850) 235‐5260
(850) 636‐6243
(850) 636‐6331
All students must arrive and maintain meeting Air Force uniform and grooming standards.
AIR FORCE COMBAT DIVE COURSE-SUPERVISOR
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314, Firearms Registration, and the DD Form 2760, Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Packing List: The following items are required (unless stated "optional") for all candidates and must be in serviceable condition.
-Medical documents are to be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the course start date to AF Combat Dive Medical Technician, Current SF 2808 (Dive Physical) Must contain: Full neurological exam, chest x‐ray radiologist's report, Copy of 12 lead EKG strip Current SF 2807 (report of medical history) Current AF 2992 (or 1042 until phased out) DD Form 2766C (Immunization record)
-All candidates
MUST HAND CARRY
the following items for day one:
-Current copy of Operator Fitness Test or service component fitness test.
-Current copy of their Personnel Dive Log (via Dive Jump Reporting System, DJRS) Note: Missing any of the above paperwork may prevent you from starting the course.
EQUIPMENT REQUIRED
Operators are required to bring the following to class: Note: Dive gear can be issued during this course (i.e. wetsuits, mask, booties, dive knife, etc.)
• 1 Set of Garrison Uniform & Uniform cap • 1 Garrison, 1 Field 1 “booney” cap (optional)
• 2 Belt with buckle (1 Garrison, 1 Field “swim”)
• 1 Field jacket or GORTEX (Nov-Apr)
• 1 Watch Cap, black (Nov-Apr)
• 1 Gloves, black (Nov‐Apr)
• 2 Towels
• 1 Pair of boots (one for field use)
• Socks/Undergarments as required Cold weather clothing/accoutrements as needed during winter months
• Full wet suit (5m for Winter/ 3m for Spring/Fall as required) Dive Skin (optional) Wet suit shorty (optional) Dive cheater vest with hood (Nov-Apr, optional)
• Dive gloves and booties
• Fins
• Mask
• Dive watch
• Dive Knife
• Water shoes
• Dive bag Dry bag or water proof ruck (as required)
• Dive/Chamber clothing (Swim trunks, t-shirts, sweat shirts, and towels) shall be made of 100% cotton
• Diver swim trunks made of a 65% polyester–35% cotton material is acceptable
• Government Travel Card Military ID Card
PREREQUISITES
Airmen must:
- Be a US citizen
- Meet AFECD and AFOCD security clearance requirements
- Volunteer for career field related hazardous duty
- Be a graduate of Air Force Combat Dive Open Circuit, Air Force Combat Dive Closed Circuit, or an approved combat dive course.
- Provide documentation of successful completion of the SW Tier II Operator Fitness Test (OFT) or proof of completion of members servicing component fitness test. All documentation must be current through the course graduation date.
- Have a certified (reviewed/stamped by HQ AETC/SGPS) Special Warfare Airman (SWA) physical that is current for the duration of the training pipeline. The initial training SWA physical is valid for 2 years.
- Applicants for initial and advanced dive training must have a valid NAVPERS 1200/6, U.S. Military Diving Medical Screening Questionnaire, completed and signed by an Underwater Medical Officer (UMO) not more than one (1) month prior to actual transfer to dive training.
-This document serves as an interval medical history from the time the original DD Form 2807- 1/2808 were completed until time of transfer for accession into training in basic and advanced diving duty, as well as a medical record screening for any missed or new condition(s) that may be considered disqualifying (CD). Any condition found to be CD that has not been properly addressed needs to be resolved prior to the candidate’s transfer to dive training. The NAVPERS 1200/6 should be added to the member’s medical record.
-This course DOES require candidates to dive Open/Close-Circuit Underwater Breathing Apparatus (UBA), and candidates are required to submit all appropriate medical documents no later than two weeks prior to the course start date to AF Combat Dive medical staff, record showing completions of following:
MEDICAL DOCUMENTS
:
• Current SF 2808 (Dive Physical - must contain full neurological examination, chest x-ray report, and copy of 12 lead EKG strip)
• Current SF 2807 (Report of medical history)
• Current AF 2992 (Flight Physical) o DD Form 2766 (Immunization record)
• Current copy of their Personnel Dive Log (via Dive Jump Reporting System, DJRS) Medical documents are mandatory to start day one of this course; those who arrive and do not have current copies will not be allowed to attend this course and will return to their parent commands
REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS (SUPPLEMENTAL)
Reporting Location: Students will fly into Panama City Florida International Airport, (airport identifier "ECP"). At the airport, students will notify a taxi to take them to Naval Support Activity. Upon arrival, report to Bldg. 350, Special Warfare Combat Dive Course (SWCDC), Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Road. Week-end/week-day reporting as follows:
Week-ends: Report to Bldg. 350. Students
MUST
check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed to base lodging.
Week-days: Report to Bldg. 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to meet with Military Training Leader (MTL) to in-process.
Students attending this course are required to report at least one-day prior to the initial course start date unless under COVID 19 reporting instructions.
POC: Military Training Leader (850) 235-5260, (850)-348-0011.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Homework is required for this course that be outside the standard 8-hour training day. Civilians are not allowed to claim monetary or compensatory time for this requirement.
REPORT TO THE DIVE SCHOOL THE SUNDAY PRIOR TO CLASS AT 1500 TO RECEIVE THE STUDENT WORKBOOK AND READING ASSIGNMENT.
AIR FORCE COMBAT DIVE COURSE-CCT
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314,
Firearms Registration
, and the DD Form 2760,
Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition
will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course qualifies graduates for future US Special Forces Baseline Interoperable Standards for Combat Diving Operations. It trains selected Special Warfare Airmen in the knowledge and skills needed to perform baseline interoperability combat diver standards. Training includes diving theory, water confidence, dive equipment inspection and maintenance, SCUBA diving procedures, underwater search methods, dive systems principles, closed circuit diving procedures, compass swimming, and beach infiltration techniques.
PREREQUISITES
Airmen must:
- Be a US citizen, - Meet AFECD (enlisted) or AFOCD (officer) security clearance requirements, - Volunteer for career field related hazardous duty, - Provide documentation of successful completion of an approved physical fitness assessment. The assessment must be administered within 30 days of class start date. - Have a certified (reviewed/stamped by HQ AETC/SGPS) Special Warfare Airman (SWA) physical as defined in AFI 48-123,
Medical Examination Standards
and the Medical Standards Directory (special warfare column) that is current for the duration of the training pipeline. The initial training SWA physical is valid for 2 years, - Applicants for initial and advanced dive training must have a valid NAVPERS 1200/6, U.S. Military Diving Medical Screening Questionnaire, completed and signed by an Underwater Medical Officer (UMO) not more than 1 month prior to actual transfer to dive training. This document serves as an interval medical history from the time the original DD Form 2807- 1/2808 were completed until time of transfer for accession into training in basic and advanced diving duty, as well as a medical record screening for any missed or new condition(s) that may be considered disqualifying (CD). Any condition found to be CD that has not been properly addressed needs to be resolved prior to the Airmen's transfer to dive training. The NAVPERS 1200/6 should be added to the member's medical record. Enlisted Airmen must be a graduate of the Special Warfare Assessment and Selection and an approved Pre-Dive course.
SPECIAL NOTE TO AFPC, TRQI MANAGERS, UETMs, PIPELINE SCHEDULERS-ORDERS PROCESSING:
Combat Control Active Duty Non-Prior Service Candidates (AJ30)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z231 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CCT Pipeline scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP.
Combat Control Air National Guard Non-Prior Service Candidates (CNN0)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z231 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CCT. Pipeline scheduling is the responsibility of the ANG TRQI manager coordinated with SWTSS/DOP.
Combat Control Air Force Reserve Non-Prior Service Candidates (RR10)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z231 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CCT. Scheduling for entry into this course is the responsibility of the AFRES TRQI manager coordinated with SWTSS/DOP.
Combat Control Active Duty Retraining Candidates (AJ3J)
Point of contact for all retraining is at HQ AETC/A3S (
AETC.A3SO.AETCAFSPECWARMFMs@us.af.mil
). Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z231 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CCT. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP coordinated with HQ AETC/A3S, and the Airmen's home unit. Airmen are TDY-to-School and are scheduled using the AT quota type.
Combat Control Active Duty Prior-Service Candidates (AJ1K)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z231 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CCT. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP. Airmen are TDY-to-School and are scheduled using the AT quota type.
REPORT FOR TRAINING
Upon arrival at Panama City / Bay County Airport, take a taxi or ridesharing service to Naval Support Activity, “the Navy Base” Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Rd. Panama City Beach, Florida 32407.
Keep ALL receipts; you will need them for your travel voucher.
Arriving during duty hours (Monday ‐ Friday 0730‐1600)
Report to Bldg. 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to in-process with Military Training Leader (MTL).
Arriving after duty hours
Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. Report to NDSTC quarterdeck to have your orders stamped and proceed to the Gateway Inn. Gateway Inn is in Bldg. 349 by the Marina and the number is (850) 588-0753. Meals are available at the galley. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
Non-Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. The MTL will meet you at the Unaccompanied Housing located at Bldg. 304N to issue dorm keys and meal cards. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
If you have any delays while en route, contact an MTL immediately. (850) 348-0011
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION
Students are required to send their medical records to SWCDC medical no later than two-weeks prior to class start date.
Students arriving without appropriate medical documents in hand, will be required to obtain their records prior to class start.
Students who have not completed their required hyperbaric chamber pressure test IAW the USN Diving Manual, are required to report one-week prior to course start date with appropriate medical documents in hand as listed below.
The medical documents are:
Current DD FORM 2766,
Immunization Record
Current DD FORM 2807,
Report of Medical History
Current DD FORM 2808,
Dive Physical
to include:
Full neurological examination
Current chest x-ray report
Current copy of 12-lead EKG strip
Dental Class I or II rating within 12-months of exam date posted on DD FORM 2808
Current AF 2992,
Flight Physical
NOTE:
The AF FORM 2992 is mandatory to start day one of course. Students who do not have a current AF 2992 or equivalent will be sent back to their home unit.
Hyperbaric Pressure test verification (must be completed prior to class start unless pre-coordinated with SWCDC).
Contact the Air Force Combat Dive Medical Technician at 850-230-7708 for questions or clarifications.
PACKING LIST
Government Travel Card
Military ID Card
2 x Garrison OCPs or 2 x field multi-cams or OCP's
2 x Uniform cap ‐ 1 x Garrison; 1 x Field "booney" cap (optional)
2 x Belt with buckle (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field "swim")
2 x Pair boots - (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field)
1 x Pair Dive Booties (optional)
5 x Pair (minimum) of black cushion sole socks
6 x T‐shirts (minimum) - brown color (marked on arrival at AFCDC per staff direction)
1 x Pair gloves - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Watch cap - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Field jacket or GORTEX ‐ (Nov‐Apr) / Rain gear (Issued garments only)
2 x Pair running shoes – (one for classroom/one for PT)
1 x Pair flip-flops/shower shoes
7 x Pair socks (White)
5 x Cotton undergarments (white) worn under issued UDT shorts, (black) sports bra (must be chamber approved 100% cotton or 65% cotton/35% polyester blend)
1 x USAF Sweats (Gray), top and bottom
2 x Towels (minimum)
6 x Pair running shorts – Blue or Black (as issued)
1 x Personal back pack – (ensure compliance with AFI 36‐2903)
1 x Pen/pencil, notebook, high‐lighter, index cards
1 x 64 ounce water container
1 x I.D. tag set
2 x Military issue eyeglasses (as required)
AIR FORCE COMBAT DIVE COURSE-CRO
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314,
Firearms Registration
, and the DD Form 2760,
Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition
will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course qualifies graduates for future US Special Forces Baseline Interoperable Standards for Combat Diving Operations. It trains selected Special Warfare Airmen in the knowledge and skills needed to perform baseline interoperability combat diver standards. Training includes diving theory, water confidence, dive equipment inspection and maintenance, SCUBA diving procedures, underwater search methods, dive systems principles, closed circuit diving procedures, compass swimming, and beach infiltration techniques.
PREREQUISITES
Airmen must:
- Be a US citizen, - Meet AFECD (enlisted) or AFOCD (officer) security clearance requirements, - Volunteer for career field related hazardous duty, - Provide documentation of successful completion of an approved physical fitness assessment. The assessment must be administered within 30 days of class start date. - Have a certified (reviewed/stamped by HQ AETC/SGPS) Special Warfare Airman (SWA) physical as defined in AFI 48-123,
Medical Examination Standards
and the Medical Standards Directory (special warfare column) that is current for the duration of the training pipeline. The initial training SWA physical is valid for 2 years, - Applicants for initial and advanced dive training must have a valid NAVPERS 1200/6, U.S. Military Diving Medical Screening Questionnaire, completed and signed by an Underwater Medical Officer (UMO) not more than 1 month prior to actual transfer to dive training. This document serves as an interval medical history from the time the original DD Form 2807- 1/2808 were completed until time of transfer for accession into training in basic and advanced diving duty, as well as a medical record screening for any missed or new condition(s) that may be considered disqualifying (CD). Any condition found to be CD that has not been properly addressed needs to be resolved prior to the Airmen's transfer to dive training. The NAVPERS 1200/6 should be added to the member's medical record. Enlisted Airmen must be a graduate of the Special Warfare Assessment and Selection and an approved Pre-Dive course.
SPECIAL NOTE TO AFPC, TRQI MANAGERS, UETMs, PIPELINE SCHEDULERS-ORDERS PROCESSING:
Combat Rescue Officer Active Duty Accession (AM10)
Orders must reflect LCOQP19Z1C 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CRO. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP.
Combat Rescue Officer Active Duty Crossflow (AM11)
Point of contact HQ AETC A3S at (
AETC.A3SO.AETCAFSPECWARMFMs@us.af.mil
). Orders must reflect LCOQP19Z1C 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CRO. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP.
Combat Rescue Officer Air National Guard (CNN0)
Orders must reflect LCOQP19Z1C 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CRO. Scheduling is the responsibility of the ANG TRQI manager and SWTSS/DOP.
Combat Rescue Officer Air Force Reserve (RR10)
Orders must reflect LCOQP19Z1C 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-CRO. Scheduling is the responsibility of the AFRES TRQI manager and SWTSS/DOP.
REPORT FOR TRAINING
Upon arrival at Panama City / Bay County Airport, take a taxi or ridesharing service to Naval Support Activity, “the Navy Base” Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Rd. Panama City Beach, Florida 32407.
Keep ALL receipts; you will need them for your travel voucher.
Arriving during duty hours (Monday ‐ Friday 0730‐1600)
Report to Bldg. 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to in-process with Military Training Leader (MTL).
Arriving after duty hours
Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. Report to NDSTC quarterdeck to have your orders stamped and proceed to the Gateway Inn. Gateway Inn is in Bldg. 349 by the Marina and the number is (850) 588-0753. Meals are available at the galley. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
Non-Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. The MTL will meet you at the Unaccompanied Housing located at Bldg. 304N to issue dorm keys and meal cards. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
If you have any delays while en route, contact an MTL immediately. (850) 348-0011
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION
Students are required to send their medical records to SWCDC medical no later than two-weeks prior to class start date.
Students arriving without appropriate medical documents in hand, will be required to obtain their records prior to class start.
Students who have not completed their required hyperbaric chamber pressure test IAW the USN Diving Manual, are required to report one-week prior to course start date with appropriate medical documents in hand as listed below.
The medical documents are:
Current DD FORM 2766,
Immunization Record
Current DD FORM 2807,
Report of Medical History
Current DD FORM 2808,
Dive Physical
to include:
Full neurological examination
Current chest x-ray report
Current copy of 12-lead EKG strip
Dental Class I or II rating within 12-months of exam date posted on DD FORM 2808
Current AF 2992,
Flight Physical
NOTE:
The AF FORM 2992 is mandatory to start day one of course. Students who do not have a current AF 2992 or equivalent will be sent back to their home unit.
Hyperbaric Pressure test verification (must be completed prior to class start unless pre-coordinated with SWCDC).
Contact the Air Force Combat Dive Medical Technician at 850-230-7708 for questions or clarifications.
PACKING LIST
Government Travel Card
Military ID Card
2 x Garrison OCPs or 2 x field multi-cams or OCP's
2 x Uniform cap ‐ 1 x Garrison; 1 x Field "booney" cap (optional)
2 x Belt with buckle (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field "swim")
2 x Pair boots - (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field)
1 x Pair Dive Booties (optional)
5 x Pair (minimum) of black cushion sole socks
6 x T‐shirts (minimum) - brown color (marked on arrival at AFCDC per staff direction)
1 x Pair gloves - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Watch cap - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Field jacket or GORTEX ‐ (Nov‐Apr) / Rain gear (Issued garments only)
2 x Pair running shoes – (one for classroom/one for PT)
1 x Pair flip-flops/shower shoes
7 x Pair socks (White)
5 x Cotton undergarments (white) worn under issued UDT shorts, (black) sports bra (must be chamber approved 100% cotton or 65% cotton/35% polyester blend)
1 x USAF Sweats (Gray), top and bottom
2 x Towels (minimum)
6 x Pair running shorts – Blue or Black (as issued)
1 x Personal back pack – (ensure compliance with AFI 36‐2903)
1 x Pen/pencil, notebook, high‐lighter, index cards
1 x 64 ounce water container
1 x I.D. tag set
2 x Military issue eyeglasses (as required)
AIR FORCE COMBAT DIVE COURSE-MAJCOM
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314,
Firearms Registration
, and the DD Form 2760,
Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition
will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course qualifies graduates for future US Special Forces Baseline Interoperable Standards for Combat Diving Operations. It trains selected Special Warfare Airmen in the knowledge and skills needed to perform baseline interoperability combat diver standards. Training includes diving theory, water confidence, dive equipment inspection and maintenance, SCUBA diving procedures, underwater search methods, dive systems principles, closed circuit diving procedures, compass swimming, and beach infiltration techniques.
PREREQUISITES
Airmen must:
- Be a US citizen, - Meet AFECD (enlisted) or AFOCD (officer) security clearance requirements, - Volunteer for career field related hazardous duty, - Provide documentation of successful completion of an approved physical fitness assessment. The assessment must be administered within 30 days of class start date. - Have a certified (reviewed/stamped by HQ AETC/SGPS) Special Warfare Airman (SWA) physical as defined in AFI 48-123,
Medical Examination Standards
and the Medical Standards Directory (special warfare column) that is current for the duration of the training pipeline. The initial training SWA physical is valid for 2 years, - Applicants for initial and advanced dive training must have a valid NAVPERS 1200/6, U.S. Military Diving Medical Screening Questionnaire, completed and signed by an Underwater Medical Officer (UMO) not more than 1 month prior to actual transfer to dive training. This document serves as an interval medical history from the time the original DD Form 2807- 1/2808 were completed until time of transfer for accession into training in basic and advanced diving duty, as well as a medical record screening for any missed or new condition(s) that may be considered disqualifying (CD). Any condition found to be CD that has not been properly addressed needs to be resolved prior to the Airmen's transfer to dive training. The NAVPERS 1200/6 should be added to the member's medical record. Enlisted Airmen must be a graduate of the Special Warfare Assessment and Selection and an approved Pre-Dive course.
SPECIAL NOTE TO AFPC, TRQI MANAGERS, UETMs, PIPELINE SCHEDULERS-ORDERS PROCESSING:
MAJCOM STUDENTS
Orders must reflect LCAZP1ZXXX 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-MAJCOM.
REPORT FOR TRAINING
Upon arrival at Panama City / Bay County Airport, take a taxi or ridesharing service to Naval Support Activity, “the Navy Base” Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Rd. Panama City Beach, Florida 32407.
Keep ALL receipts; you will need them for your travel voucher.
Arriving during duty hours (Monday ‐ Friday 0730‐1600)
Report to Bldg. 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to in-process with Military Training Leader (MTL).
Arriving after duty hours
Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. Report to NDSTC quarterdeck to have your orders stamped and proceed to the Gateway Inn. Gateway Inn is in Bldg. 349 by the Marina and the number is (850) 588-0753. Meals are available at the galley. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
Non-Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. The MTL will meet you at the Unaccompanied Housing located at Bldg. 304N to issue dorm keys and meal cards. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
If you have any delays while en route, contact an MTL immediately. (850) 348-0011.
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION
Students are required to send their medical records to SWCDC medical no later than two-weeks prior to class start date.
Students arriving without appropriate medical documents in hand, will be required to obtain their records prior to class start.
Students who have not completed their required hyperbaric chamber pressure test IAW the USN Diving Manual, are required to report one-week prior to course start date with appropriate medical documents in hand as listed below.
The medical documents are:
Current DD FORM 2766,
Immunization Record
Current DD FORM 2807,
Report of Medical History
Current DD FORM 2808,
Dive Physical
to include:
Full neurological examination
Current chest x-ray report
Current copy of 12-lead EKG strip
Dental Class I or II rating within 12-months of exam date posted on DD FORM 2808
Current AF 2992,
Flight Physical
NOTE:
The AF FORM 2992 is mandatory to start day one of course. Students who do not have a current AF 2992 or equivalent will be sent back to their home unit.
Hyperbaric Pressure test verification (must be completed prior to class start unless pre-coordinated with SWCDC).
Contact the Air Force Combat Dive Medical Technician at 850-230-7708 for questions or clarifications.
PACKING LIST
Government Travel Card
Military ID Card
2 x Garrison OCPs or 2 x field multi-cams or OCP's
2 x Uniform cap ‐ 1 x Garrison; 1 x Field "booney" cap (optional)
2 x Belt with buckle (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field "swim")
2 x Pair boots - (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field)
1 x Pair Dive Booties (optional)
5 x Pair (minimum) of black cushion sole socks
6 x T‐shirts (minimum) - brown color (marked on arrival at AFCDC per staff direction)
1 x Pair gloves - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Watch cap - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Field jacket or GORTEX ‐ (Nov‐Apr) / Rain gear (Issued garments only)
2 x Pair running shoes – (one for classroom/one for PT)
1 x Pair flip-flops/shower shoes
7 x Pair socks (White)
5 x Cotton undergarments (white) worn under issued UDT shorts, (black) sports bra (must be chamber approved 100% cotton or 65% cotton/35% polyester blend)
1 x USAF Sweats (Gray), top and bottom
2 x Towels (minimum)
6 x Pair running shorts – Blue or Black (as issued)
1 x Personal back pack – (ensure compliance with AFI 36‐2903)
1 x Pen/pencil, notebook, high‐lighter, index cards
1 x 64 ounce water container
1 x I.D. tag set
2 x Military issue eyeglasses (as required)
AIR FORCE COMBAT DIVE COURSE-PJ
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314,
Firearms Registration
, and the DD Form 2760,
Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition
will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course qualifies graduates for future US Special Forces Baseline Interoperable Standards for Combat Diving Operations. It trains selected Special Warfare Airmen in the knowledge and skills needed to perform baseline interoperability combat diver standards. Training includes diving theory, water confidence, dive equipment inspection and maintenance, SCUBA diving procedures, underwater search methods, dive systems principles, closed circuit diving procedures, compass swimming, and beach infiltration techniques.
PREREQUISITES
Airmen must:
- Be a US citizen, - Meet AFECD (enlisted) or AFOCD (officer) security clearance requirements, - Volunteer for career field related hazardous duty, - Provide documentation of successful completion of an approved physical fitness assessment. The assessment must be administered within 30 days of class start date. - Have a certified (reviewed/stamped by HQ AETC/SGPS) Special Warfare Airman (SWA) physical as defined in AFI 48-123,
Medical Examination Standards
and the Medical Standards Directory (special warfare column) that is current for the duration of the training pipeline. The initial training SWA physical is valid for 2 years, - Applicants for initial and advanced dive training must have a valid NAVPERS 1200/6, U.S. Military Diving Medical Screening Questionnaire, completed and signed by an Underwater Medical Officer (UMO) not more than 1 month prior to actual transfer to dive training. This document serves as an interval medical history from the time the original DD Form 2807- 1/2808 were completed until time of transfer for accession into training in basic and advanced diving duty, as well as a medical record screening for any missed or new condition(s) that may be considered disqualifying (CD). Any condition found to be CD that has not been properly addressed needs to be resolved prior to the Airmen's transfer to dive training. The NAVPERS 1200/6 should be added to the member's medical record. Enlisted Airmen must be a graduate of the Special Warfare Assessment and Selection and an approved Pre-Dive course.
SPECIAL NOTE TO AFPC, TRQI MANAGERS, UETMs, PIPELINE SCHEDULERS-ORDERS PROCESSING:
Pararescue Active Duty Non-Prior Service Candidates (AJ30)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z131 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-PJ Pipeline scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP.
Pararescue Air National Guard Non-Prior Service Candidates (CNN0)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z131 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-PJ. Pipeline scheduling is the responsibility of the ANG TRQI manager coordinated with SWTSS/DOP.
Pararescue Air Force Reserve Non-Prior Service Candidates (RR10)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z131 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-PJ. Scheduling for entry into this course is the responsibility of the AFRES TRQI manager coordinated with SWTSS/DOP.
Pararescue Active Duty Retraining Candidates (AJ3J)
Point of contact for all retraining is SMSgt Robert Gutierrez at HQ AETC/A3S (
AETC.A3SO.AETCAFSPECWARMFMs@us.af.mil
). Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z131 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-PJ. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP coordinated with HQ AETC/A3S, and the Airmen's home unit. Airmen are TDY-to-School and are scheduled using the AT quota type.
Pararescue Active Duty Prior-Service Candidates (AJ1K)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z131 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-PJ. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP. Airmen are TDY-to-School and are scheduled using the AT quota type.
REPORT FOR TRAINING
Upon arrival at Panama City / Bay County Airport, take a taxi or ridesharing service to Naval Support Activity, “the Navy Base” Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Rd. Panama City Beach, Florida 32407.
Keep ALL receipts; you will need them for your travel voucher.
Arriving during duty hours (Monday ‐ Friday 0730‐1600)
Report to Bldg. 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to in-process with the Military Training Leader (MTL).
Arriving after duty hours
Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. Report to NDSTC quarterdeck to have your orders stamped and proceed to the Gateway Inn. Gateway Inn is in Bldg. 349 by the Marina and the number is (850) 588-0753. Meals are available at the galley. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
Non-Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. The MTL will meet you at the Unaccompanied Housing located at Bldg. 304N to issue dorm keys and meal cards. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
If you have any delays while en route, contact an MTL immediately. (850) 348-0011.
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION
Students are required to send their medical records to SWCDC medical no later than two-weeks prior to class start date.
Students arriving without appropriate medical documents in hand, will be required to obtain their records prior to class start.
Students who have not completed their required hyperbaric chamber pressure test IAW the USN Diving Manual, are required to report one-week prior to course start date with appropriate medical documents in hand as listed below.
The medical documents are:
Current DD FORM 2766,
Immunization Record
Current DD FORM 2807,
Report of Medical History
Current DD FORM 2808,
Dive Physical
to include:
Full neurological examination
Current chest x-ray report
Current copy of 12-lead EKG strip
Dental Class I or II rating within 12-months of exam date posted on DD FORM 2808
Current AF 2992,
Flight Physical
NOTE:
The AF FORM 2992 is mandatory to start day one of course. Students who do not have a current AF 2992 or equivalent will be sent back to their home unit.
Hyperbaric Pressure test verification (must be completed prior to class start unless pre-coordinated with SWCDC).
Contact the Air Force Combat Dive Medical Technician at 850-230-7708 for questions or clarifications.
PACKING LIST
Government Travel Card
Military ID Card
2 x Garrison OCPs or 2 x field multi-cams or OCP's
2 x Uniform cap ‐ 1 x Garrison; 1 x Field "booney" cap (optional)
2 x Belt with buckle (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field "swim")
2 x Pair boots - (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field)
1 x Pair Dive Booties (optional)
5 x Pair (minimum) of black cushion sole socks
6 x T‐shirts (minimum) - brown color (marked on arrival at AFCDC per staff direction)
1 x Pair gloves - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Watch cap - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Field jacket or GORTEX ‐ (Nov‐Apr) / Rain gear (Issued garments only)
2 x Pair running shoes – (one for classroom/one for PT)
1 x Pair flip-flops/shower shoes
7 x Pair socks (White)
5 x Cotton undergarments (white) worn under issued UDT shorts, (black) sports bra (must be chamber approved 100% cotton or 65% cotton/35% polyester blend)
1 x USAF Sweats (Gray), top and bottom
2 x Towels (minimum)
6 x Pair running shorts – Blue or Black (as issued)
1 x Personal back pack – (ensure compliance with AFI 36‐2903)
1 x Pen/pencil, notebook, high‐lighter, index cards
1 x 64 ounce water container
1 x I.D. tag set
2 x Military issue eyeglasses (as required)
AIR FORCE COMBAT DIVE COURSE-SR
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314,
Firearms Registration
, and the DD Form 2760,
Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition
will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course qualifies graduates for future US Special Forces Baseline Interoperable Standards for Combat Diving Operations. It trains selected Special Warfare Airmen in the knowledge and skills needed to perform baseline interoperability combat diver standards. Training includes diving theory, water confidence, dive equipment inspection and maintenance, SCUBA diving procedures, underwater search methods, dive systems principles, closed circuit diving procedures, compass swimming, and beach infiltration techniques.
PREREQUISITES
Airmen must:
- Be a US citizen, - Meet AFECD (enlisted) or AFOCD (officer) security clearance requirements, - Volunteer for career field related hazardous duty, - Provide documentation of successful completion of an approved physical fitness assessment. The assessment must be administered within 30 days of class start date. - Have a certified (reviewed/stamped by HQ AETC/SGPS) Special Warfare Airman (SWA) physical as defined in AFI 48-123,
Medical Examination Standards
and the Medical Standards Directory (special warfare column) that is current for the duration of the training pipeline. The initial training SWA physical is valid for 2 years, - Applicants for initial and advanced dive training must have a valid NAVPERS 1200/6, U.S. Military Diving Medical Screening Questionnaire, completed and signed by an Underwater Medical Officer (UMO) not more than 1 month prior to actual transfer to dive training. This document serves as an interval medical history from the time the original DD Form 2807- 1/2808 were completed until time of transfer for accession into training in basic and advanced diving duty, as well as a medical record screening for any missed or new condition(s) that may be considered disqualifying (CD). Any condition found to be CD that has not been properly addressed needs to be resolved prior to the Airmen's transfer to dive training. The NAVPERS 1200/6 should be added to the member's medical record. Enlisted Airmen must be a graduate of the Special Warfare Assessment and Selection and an approved Pre-Dive course.
SPECIAL NOTE TO AFPC, TRQI MANAGERS, UETMs, PIPELINE SCHEDULERS-ORDERS PROCESSING:
Special Reconnaissance Active Duty Non-Prior Service Candidates (AJ30)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z431 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-SR Pipeline scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP.
Special Reconnaissance Air National Guard Non-Prior Service Candidates (CNN0)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z431 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-SR. Pipeline scheduling is the responsibility of the ANG TRQI manager coordinated with SWTSS/DOP.
Special Reconnaissance Air Force Reserve Non-Prior Service Candidates (RR10)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z431 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-SR. Scheduling for entry into this course is the responsibility of the AFRES TRQI manager coordinated with SWTSS/DOP.
Special Reconnaissance Active Duty Retraining Candidates (AJ3J)
Point of contact for all retraining is SMSgt Robert Gutierrez at HQ AETC/A3S (
AETC.A3SO.AETCAFSPECWARMFMs@us.af.mil
). Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z431 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-SR. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP coordinated with HQ AETC/A3S, and the Airmen's home unit. Airmen are TDY-to-School and are scheduled using the AT quota type.
Special Reconnaissance Active Duty Prior-Service Candidates (AJ1K)
Orders must reflect LCAQP1Z431 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-SR. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP. Airmen are TDY-to-School and are scheduled using the AT quota type.
REPORT FOR TRAINING
Upon arrival at Panama City / Bay County Airport, take a taxi or ridesharing service to Naval Support Activity, “the Navy Base” Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Rd. Panama City Beach, Florida 32407.
Keep ALL receipts; you will need them for your travel voucher.
Arriving during duty hours (Monday ‐ Friday 0730‐1600)
Report to Bldg. 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to in-process with the Military Training Leader (MTL).
Arriving after duty hours
Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. Report to NDSTC quarterdeck to have your orders stamped and proceed to the Gateway Inn. Gateway Inn is in Bldg. 349 by the Marina and the number is (850) 588-0753. Meals are available at the galley. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
Non-Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. The MTL will meet you at the Unaccompanied Housing located at Bldg. 304N to issue dorm keys and meal cards. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
If you have any delays while en route, contact an MTL immediately. (850) 348-0011.
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION
Students are required to send their medical records to SWCDC medical no later than two-weeks prior to class start date.
Students arriving without appropriate medical documents in hand, will be required to obtain their records prior to class start.
Students who have not completed their required hyperbaric chamber pressure test IAW the USN Diving Manual, are required to report one-week prior to course start date with appropriate medical documents in hand as listed below.
The medical documents are:
Current DD FORM 2766,
Immunization Record
Current DD FORM 2807,
Report of Medical History
Current DD FORM 2808,
Dive Physical
to include:
Full neurological examination
Current chest x-ray report
Current copy of 12-lead EKG strip
Dental Class I or II rating within 12-months of exam date posted on DD FORM 2808
Current AF 2992,
Flight Physical
NOTE:
The AF FORM 2992 is mandatory to start day one of course. Students who do not have a current AF 2992 or equivalent will be sent back to their home unit.
Hyperbaric Pressure test verification (must be completed prior to class start unless pre-coordinated with SWCDC).
Contact the Air Force Combat Dive Medical Technician at 850-230-7708 for questions or clarifications.
PACKING LIST
Government Travel Card
Military ID Card
2 x Garrison OCPs or 2 x field multi-cams or OCP's
2 x Uniform cap ‐ 1 x Garrison; 1 x Field "booney" cap (optional)
2 x Belt with buckle (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field "swim")
2 x Pair boots - (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field)
1 x Pair Dive Booties (optional)
5 x Pair (minimum) of black cushion sole socks
6 x T‐shirts (minimum) - brown color (marked on arrival at AFCDC per staff direction)
1 x Pair gloves - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Watch cap - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Field jacket or GORTEX ‐ (Nov‐Apr) / Rain gear (Issued garments only)
2 x Pair running shoes – (one for classroom/one for PT)
1 x Pair flip-flops/shower shoes
7 x Pair socks (White)
5 x Cotton undergarments (white) worn under issued UDT shorts, (black) sports bra (must be chamber approved 100% cotton or 65% cotton/35% polyester blend)
1 x USAF Sweats (Gray), top and bottom
2 x Towels (minimum)
6 x Pair running shorts – Blue or Black (as issued)
1 x Personal back pack – (ensure compliance with AFI 36‐2903)
1 x Pen/pencil, notebook, high‐lighter, index cards
1 x 64 ounce water container
1 x I.D. tag set
2 x Military issue eyeglasses (as required)
AIR FORCE COMBAT DIVE COURSE-STO
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314,
Firearms Registration
, and the DD Form 2760,
Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition
will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
COURSE DESCRIPTION
This course qualifies graduates for future US Special Forces Baseline Interoperable Standards for Combat Diving Operations. It trains selected Special Warfare Airmen in the knowledge and skills needed to perform baseline interoperability combat diver standards. Training includes diving theory, water confidence, dive equipment inspection and maintenance, SCUBA diving procedures, underwater search methods, dive systems principles, closed circuit diving procedures, compass swimming, and beach infiltration techniques.
PREREQUISITES
Airmen must:
- Be a US citizen, - Meet AFECD (enlisted) or AFOCD (officer) security clearance requirements, - Volunteer for career field related hazardous duty, - Provide documentation of successful completion of an approved physical fitness assessment. The assessment must be administered within 30 days of class start date. - Have a certified (reviewed/stamped by HQ AETC/SGPS) Special Warfare Airman (SWA) physical as defined in AFI 48-123,
Medical Examination Standards
and the Medical Standards Directory (special warfare column) that is current for the duration of the training pipeline. The initial training SWA physical is valid for 2 years, - Applicants for initial and advanced dive training must have a valid NAVPERS 1200/6, U.S. Military Diving Medical Screening Questionnaire, completed and signed by an Underwater Medical Officer (UMO) not more than 1 month prior to actual transfer to dive training. This document serves as an interval medical history from the time the original DD Form 2807- 1/2808 were completed until time of transfer for accession into training in basic and advanced diving duty, as well as a medical record screening for any missed or new condition(s) that may be considered disqualifying (CD). Any condition found to be CD that has not been properly addressed needs to be resolved prior to the Airmen's transfer to dive training. The NAVPERS 1200/6 should be added to the member's medical record. Enlisted Airmen must be a graduate of the Special Warfare Assessment and Selection and an approved Pre-Dive course.
SPECIAL NOTE TO AFPC, TRQI MANAGERS, UETMs, PIPELINE SCHEDULERS-ORDERS PROCESSING:
Special Tactics Officer Active Duty Accession (AM10)
Orders must reflect LCOQP19Z1A 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-STO. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP.
Special Tactics Officer Active Duty Crossflow (AM11)
Point of contact is Capt Timothy Lorson at HQ AETC A3S (
AETC.A3SO.AETCAFSPECWARMFMs@us.af.mil
). Orders must reflect LCOQP19Z1A 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-STO. Scheduling is the responsibility of SWTSS/DOP.
Special Tactics Officer Air National Guard (CNN0)
Orders must reflect LCOQP19Z1A 0C0A, Air Force Combat Dive-STO. Scheduling is the responsibility of the ANG TRQI manager and SWTSS/DOP.
REPORT FOR TRAINING
Upon arrival at Panama City / Bay County Airport, take a taxi or ridesharing service to Naval Support Activity, “the Navy Base” Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Rd. Panama City Beach, Florida 32407.
Keep ALL receipts; you will need them for your travel voucher.
Arriving during duty hours (Monday ‐ Friday 0730‐1600)
Report to Bldg. 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to in-process with the Military Training Leader (MTL).
Arriving after duty hours
Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. Report to NDSTC quarterdeck to have your orders stamped and proceed to the Gateway Inn. Gateway Inn is in Bldg. 349 by the Marina and the number is (850) 588-0753. Meals are available at the galley. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
Non-Prior Service: Contact the MTL at (850) 348-0011 prior to leaving home base for accountability purposes. The MTL will meet you at the Unaccompanied Housing located at Bldg. 304N to issue dorm keys and meal cards. No PT gear of any kind is allowed in the Galley.
If you have any delays while en route, contact an MTL immediately. (850) 348-0011.
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION
Students are required to send their medical records to SWCDC medical no later than two-weeks prior to class start date.
Students arriving without appropriate medical documents in hand, will be required to obtain their records prior to class start.
Students who have not completed their required hyperbaric chamber pressure test IAW the USN Diving Manual, are required to report one-week prior to course start date with appropriate medical documents in hand as listed below.
The medical documents are:
Current DD FORM 2766,
Immunization Record
Current DD FORM 2807,
Report of Medical History
Current DD FORM 2808,
Dive Physical
to include:
Full neurological examination
Current chest x-ray report
Current copy of 12-lead EKG strip
Dental Class I or II rating within 12-months of exam date posted on DD FORM 2808
Current AF 2992,
Flight Physical
NOTE:
The AF FORM 2992 is mandatory to start day one of course. Students who do not have a current AF 2992 or equivalent will be sent back to their home unit.
Hyperbaric Pressure test verification (must be completed prior to class start unless pre-coordinated with SWCDC).
Contact the Air Force Combat Dive Medical Technician at 850-230-7708 for questions or clarifications.
PACKING LIST
Government Travel Card
Military ID Card
2 x Garrison OCPs or 2 x field multi-cams or OCP's
2 x Uniform cap ‐ 1 x Garrison; 1 x Field "booney" cap (optional)
2 x Belt with buckle (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field "swim")
2 x Pair boots - (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field)
1 x Pair Dive Booties (optional)
5 x Pair (minimum) of black cushion sole socks
6 x T‐shirts (minimum) - brown color (marked on arrival at AFCDC per staff direction)
1 x Pair gloves - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Watch cap - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Field jacket or GORTEX ‐ (Nov‐Apr) / Rain gear (Issued garments only)
2 x Pair running shoes – (one for classroom/one for PT)
1 x Pair flip-flops/shower shoes
7 x Pair socks (White)
5 x Cotton undergarments (white) worn under issued UDT shorts, (black) sports bra (must be chamber approved 100% cotton or 65% cotton/35% polyester blend)
1 x USAF Sweats (Gray), top and bottom
2 x Towels (minimum)
6 x Pair running shorts – Blue or Black (as issued)
1 x Personal back pack – (ensure compliance with AFI 36‐2903)
1 x Pen/pencil, notebook, high‐lighter, index cards
1 x 64 ounce water container
1 x I.D. tag set
2 x Military issue eyeglasses (as required)
SPECIAL WARFARE CLOSED CIRCUIT COMBAT DIVE-STTS
FIREARMS PROHIBITION STATEMENT
Airmen are not permitted to bring personal firearms or ammunition while attending Special Warfare Training Group (SWTG) courses. If firearms are transported to a SWTG course due to TDY en route, PCS, or some other unavoidable circumstance; they must be declared to SW training leadership immediately and turned-in to the Security Forces (SF) armory immediately upon arrival. A copy of the AF Form 1314, Firearms Registration, and the DD Form 2760, Qualifications to Possess Firearms or Ammunition will be submitted to SF Armory, and to SW training leadership. Failure to comply with the above instructions is punishable under Article 92; Failure to Comply; under the Uniform Code of Military Justice.
COURSE DESCRIPTION CLOSED CIRCUIT
This training prepares selected Airmen to perform closed circuit/Mk-25 diving operations. Training standard tasks correlate to combat diving conditions and standards listed in Special Operations Forces Baseline Interoperable Combat Diving Training Standards (USSOCOM Manual 350-4 Vol 1, current edition). Additionally, this training is the second of two courses required to qualify graduates as "combat divers" for future US Special Operations Command joint operations.
PREREQUISITES
Successful completion of Special Warfare Assessment & Selection, Special Warfare Pre-Dive, and Special Warfare Open Circuit Combat Dive courses; documented successful completion of the Operator Fitness Test (OFT); Special Warfare Medical Clearance indicating that the student is medically qualified to perform airborne parachutist, combat dive, and military free fall duties in accordance with AR 40-501,
Standards of Medical Fitness
and AFI 48-123,
Medical Examinations and Standards
. Refer to Navy Man Med: P-117, chapter 15, section 102 for additional dive requirements.
Orders
MUST
reflect both Special Warfare Open Circuit Combat Dive-STTS (LCAZP1XXXX-01OB) and Special Warfare Closed Circuit Combat Dive-STTS (LCAZP1XXXX-01CB) as there is no break between the two courses.
REPORTING INSTRUCTIONS
Students will fly into Panama City Florida International Airport, (airport identifier "ECP"). At the airport, students will notify a taxi to take them to Naval Support Activity. Upon arrival, report to Bldg 350, Special Warfare Combat Dive Course (SWCDC), Naval Diving and Salvage Training Center (NDSTC), 350 South Crag Road.
Week-end/week-day reporting as follows:
Week-ends:
Report to Bldg 350. Students
MUST
check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed to base lodging.
Week-days:
Report to Bldg 350 and check-in with the Dive school quarterdeck to get orders stamped. Then proceed room 203 to meet with Military Training Leader (MTL) to in-process.
POC:
Military Training Leader (850) 235-5260, (850)-348-0011
.
Students attending this course are required to report at least one-day prior to the initial course start date unless under COVID 19 reporting instructions.
MEDICAL DOCUMENTATION
Students are required to send their medical records to SWCDC medical department
NO LATER THAN
TWO-WEEKS
prior to class start date.
Students arriving without appropriate medical documents in hand, will be required to obtain their records prior to class start.
Students who have not completed their required hyperbaric chamber pressure test IAW the USN Diving Manual, are required to report one-week prior to course start date with appropriate medical documents in hand as listed below.
The medical documents are:
Current DD FORM 2766,
Immunization Record
Current DD FORM 2807,
Report of Medical History
Current DD FORM 2808,
Dive Physical
to include:
Full neurological examination
Current chest x-ray report
Current copy of 12-lead EKG strip
Dental Class I or II rating within 12-months of exam date posted on DD FORM 2808
Current AF 2992,
Flight Physical
NOTE:
The AF FORM 2992 is mandatory to start day one of course. Students who do not have a current AF 2992 or equivalent will be sent back to their home unit.
Hyperbaric Pressure test verification (must be completed prior to class start unless pre-coordinated with SWCDC).
Contact the Air Force Combat Dive Technician at 850-230-7708 for questions or clarifications.
EQUIPMENT
The following equipment items are required (unless stated "optional") for all students and must be in serviceable condition. Students must meet/maintain Air Force uniform and grooming standards during training.
Government Travel Card / Military ID Card
2 x Garrison OCPs or 2 x field multi-cams or OCP's
2 x Uniform cap ‐ 1 x Garrison,
1 x Field "booney" cap (optional)
2 x Belt with buckle (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field "swim")
2 x Pair boots - (1 x Garrison, 1 x Field)
1 x Pair Dive Booties (optional)
5 x Pair (minimum) of black cushion sole socks
6 x T‐shirts (minimum) - sand or brown color (marked on arrival at SWCDC per staff direction)
1 x Pair gloves - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Watch cap - black (Nov‐Apr)
1 x Field jacket or GORTEX ‐ (Nov‐Apr) / Rain gear (Issued garments only)
2 x Pair running shoes – (one for classroom/one for PT)
1 x Pair flip-flops/shower shoes
7 x Pair socks (White)
5 x Cotton underwear (White) wear under issued UDT shorts
1 x USAF Sweats (Gray), top and bottom
2 x Towels (minimum)
6 x Pair running shorts – Blue or Black (as issued)
1 x Personal back pack – (ensure compliance with AFI 36‐2903)
1 x Pen/pencil, notebook, high‐lighter, index cards
1 x 64 ounce water container
1 x I.D. tag set
2 x Military issue eyeglasses (as required)
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