Two men on a boat navigating the ocean, focused on the water ahead.

Take the Helm with the BSAC Diver Coxswain Assessment

BSAC Diver Coxswain Assessment

Prove your seamanship skills with the BSAC Diver Coxswain Assessment in Koh Tao. This one-day evaluation tests your knowledge and practical ability to safely skipper dive boats — from voyage planning to emergency procedures — and earn your internationally recognized qualification.

Level

all

Course

Duration

1

Days

Cost

฿9,500

Thai Baht

The Learning Experience

During your Diver Coxswain Assessment, you’ll demonstrate both theoretical and practical seamanship skills under real-world conditions. The session combines oral testing, safety checks, and on-water assessments aboard our custom-built speedboat.

You’ll be assessed on:

  • Voyage planning, tides, and weather
  • Boat preparation and safety
  • Handling and maneuvering techniques
  • Anchoring and shot line recovery
  • Approaching a shelving shore
  • Diver drop-off and recovery
  • Man overboard and emergency response
  • Trailer recovery procedures

This qualification is MCA-approved and recognized internationally, equivalent to RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Ready to start your adventure?

What’s included

What to bring

Prerequisites

BSAC Diver Coxswain Assessment

Gain your BSAC Diver Coxswain qualification with hands-on assessment and real-world seamanship training. Test your skills in voyage planning, anchoring, diver recovery, and safety procedures.

All activities start the day after arrival on the island.

฿9,500

Reviews

4.9
Based on 1,688 Reviews
B O
18 April 2026

Did a Try Dive with my tour group, White Rock is world class! Loved it so much came back for my Advanced Open Water course 2 days later, had an absolute blast. Very professional and fun scuba school, and gorgeous dive sites on this Island! Lydia and Chris were so great, and Liv and Anna were very friendly too. Thanks for giving me my new obsession!

Jomar Garcia
17 April 2026

Had an amazing dive with the fellas at Goodtime. Ryan, Martin and Mira did a wonderful job, 1000+ recommended. Plus: a couple of days before the dive I rented some climbing gear from them, if ever in Ko Tao def try that, amazing routes and sights.

Rock Lee 09
15 April 2026

Top top top!!! Highlight of life. Andrea best man 🥰🤘🏽

Degs
15 April 2026

Best place in the world

Anna Krecz
15 April 2026

Had an amazing time with them! Fun and professional! I always felt safe! Special thanks to Chris my instructor!

Imane Abid
13 April 2026

A huge thank you to Ana🩵, she's so sweet ☺️ The right person in the right place. I enjoyed my trial dives with her; she knew how to reassure me and show me how to enjoy diving without any worries or fears ✨ And she even has a super cute little fish toy attached to her wetsuit 🤩 Thank you, Ana 🩵 AL

Frequently Asked Questions

The assessment includes a mix of oral theory testing and practical exercises on the water. You’ll demonstrate safe boat handling, navigation, diver recovery, and emergency actions under the guidance of BSAC-certified assessors.

You don’t need to be an active diver or instructor, but BSAC membership is recommended to ensure your certification is officially registered and internationally recognized. You can sign up directly through the BSAC website.

The Diver Coxswain Assessment is completed in one day and typically includes at least five hours on the water, depending on sea and weather conditions.

Upon successful completion, you’ll earn the BSAC Diver Coxswain qualification, approved by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) and recognized worldwide, equivalent to RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Assessments are available year-round, weather permitting. Because there’s a maximum of three students per session, advance booking is essential to secure your preferred date.