MOS 21D Diver

Civilian Equivalents The following civilian occupations are similar to MOS 21D. For more information about these occupations from the U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration, click on the civilian equivalent below. Commercial Divers

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National Certification

The following sections provide information on national certifications related to MOS 21D.

Common Certifications

The following certifications are directly applicable to MOS 21D. For information about how well military training and experience qualify you for these certifications, use the links below.

Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI)
	Entry Level Tender/Diver

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Advanced/Specialized and Other Certifications

Soldiers in MOS 21D may also be interested in the following certifications. These certifications may require additional education, training or experience. For information about the general requirements for these certifications from the certifying boards, use the links below.

Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI)

• Bell/Saturation Diver  
• Bell/Saturation Diving Supervisor  
• Life Support Technician  
• Mixed Gas Diver  
• Mixed Gas Diving Supervisor  
• Non Diving Supervisor  
• Surface-supplied Air Diver  
• Surface-supplied Air Diving Supervisor  

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Additional Information

Regulations regarding the Training of Commercial Divers are under the purview of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA). OSHA considers an employer to be in compliance with federal training requirements if they have documentation which shows that the diver has completed training to the appropriate level at a commercial diving school in a particular state, military or federal school, or an Association of Commercial Diving Educators (ACDE) accredited school. Military job seekers should be prepared to provide their diving log book to prospective employers.

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