Welcome to Your Dive Safety Association
Congratulations! You are on your way to becoming a NAUI certified diver, and we welcome you to DAN — Your Dive Safety Association. For over 45 years, DAN has helped divers in need of emergency medical assistance and worked tirelessly to improve dive safety through research, education, and training.
The DAN Student Membership Program provides access to dive medical professionals, online safety information, and up to $25,000 in Student Dive Accident Insurance to help protect you against the costs of a covered diving accident occurring during your NAUI entry-level training.* Best of all, this program is fully-funded by DAN and is available at no cost to you or your instructor.
Access your DAN account by clicking the button above. Select your region, reset your password, and create your account with the same email address used to enroll in the program. Once inside your portal, print your DAN Student Membership card and explore all of DAN’s valuable dive safety resources.
DAN Student Membership Program Benefits
DAN’s safety professionals are here for NAUI entry-level students throughout your course.
Student Dive Accident Insurance
Helps protect against the costs of covered diving accidents that occur both in and out of the water up to $25,000 for up to 26 weeks after enrollment, or upon completion of the last certifying dive, whichever comes first.*
24/7 Emergency Hotline
DAN’s Emergency Hotline is staffed by a team of doctors, nurses, and paramedics, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to coordinate care and manage evacuations in the event of a diving emergency.
Medical Information Line
Talk to a medical specialist or Ask A Medic online when you need nonurgent information about your fitness to dive, prescriptions, or dive physiology.
Giant Stride for New Divers
This new digital guide explains scuba gear and the critical elements of planning a dive. Proper dive etiquette, health and fitness, and dive travel are all covered — a must-read for every new diver!
Digital Access to Alert Diver Magazine
DAN Student Membership provides digital access to Alert Diver magazine online or through the DAN app, available on the App Store and Google Play.
Safety Resources
Improve your safety knowledge with DAN’s Health and Diving Reference Library, case summaries, safety quizzes, Smart Guides, and videos.
*Student Dive Accident Insurance provides Accident Medical Expense Benefits for AGE, DCS, and other covered diving accidents that occur both in and out of the water during training for entry-level scuba and breath-hold diving. Available to diving students ages 8 or older and under age 70. Coverage is valid until completion of the last certifying dive, or up to 26 weeks after enrollment, whichever comes first. Read the DAN Student Member Guide for more information.
Upgrade to Annual DAN Membership
DAN Student Members can upgrade to DAN Regular or Enhanced Membership at any time. DAN Dive Accident Insurance can also be added to further help protect against the costs of a covered dive accident.**
| BENEFITS | REGULAR MEMBERSHIP | ENHANCED MEMBERSHIP |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency Medical Transportation & Travel Assistance Benefits | Up To US$150,000 | Up To US$500,000 |
| Alert Diver Magazine Subscription | Digital Only | Print + Digital |
| DAN TravelAssist® Benefits | Regular | Enhanced |
| Global Security Evacuation | X | ✓ |
| Search & Rescue Coverage | X | ✓ |
| Access To Purchase DAN Dive Accident Insurance | ✓ | ✓ |
| 24/7 Emergency Hotline | ✓ | ✓ |
| Medical & Safety Consultations | ✓ | ✓ |
| New Severe Infectious Disease & Quarantine Coverage | X | Up To US$5,000 |
| Annual Individual Membership | US$40 | US$75 |
| Annual Family Membership | US$60 | US$100 |
**DAN Regular or Enhanced Membership alone does not provide coverage for costs of a dive accident; DAN Dive Accident Insurance must be purchased separately for each member. View the DAN Regular or Enhanced Member Benefits Handbook for complete terms and conditions of coverage. Compare all Regular and Enhanced Membership benefits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the DAN Student Membership Program?
The DAN Student Membership Program provides access to dive medical professionals, online safety information, and up to US$25,000 in Student Dive Accident Insurance to help protect you against the costs of a covered diving accident occurring during your NAUI entry-level training.
What does Student Dive Accident Insurance Cover?
Student Dive Accident Insurance covers any diving activity, in or out of the water, that is necessary to meet the standards for receiving an entry-level diving certification for open circuit scuba or breath-hold diving, including, but not limited to, donning or removing dive equipment, entering and exiting the water, swimming, and diving. A diving activity begins the moment the student lifts their BCDs and continues until the moment their equipment is placed on the ground. A covered dive (includes breath-hold diving and snorkeling), begins the moment the student enters the water and ends the moment they exit the water.
How much does DAN Student Membership cost?
Since 1980, DAN’s mission has been to make every dive accident injury free. Consistent with this goal, DAN’s Student Membership Program is fully funded by DAN.
Who is eligible to enroll in the DAN Student Membership Program?
To be eligible for the program, NAUI entry-level students must:
- Meet minimum age requirement, ages 8 or older and under age 70. Divers age 70 and older must receive a written exemption from DAN.
- Be enrolled in a NAUI entry-level course.
- Reside in a region where DAN provides coverage.
- Not be a current or former DAN member.
- Not be enrolled in another DAN Dive Accident Insurance plan.
What if I don’t meet the program eligibility requirements?
If an eligibility requirement is not met, the DAN Student Membership Program offer will not appear at the start of your NAUI course. Ineligible students will not be able to participate.
Is this program valid for entry-level freedive training?
Yes, the DAN Student Membership Program is open to entry-level scuba and breath-hold divers.
How do NAUI entry-level students enroll in DAN Student Membership?
NAUI entry-level students self-enroll at the start of their online E-Learning in NAUI CORE. When prompted, each student must click “Accept” (the default setting is “Decline”).
Once enrolled, will I receive an email confirmation from NAUI or DAN?
Yes, NAUI entry-level students who enroll in the DAN Student Membership Program will receive communications from both NAUI and DAN. A student will receive a system email confirmation from NAUI and a system confirmation in CORE. A DAN badge will be visible on your “My Courses” page in CORE. Enrolled entry-level students will be subscribed to a DAN email journey that will offer additional free safety resources during the course.
When do DAN Student Membership benefits become effective?
DAN Student Membership benefits become effective when you enroll as part of your NAUI open water diver course. Once enrolled, you will receive a confirmation email that includes a digital Student Membership card and Student ID number.
When does DAN Student Membership expire?
DAN Student Membership expires upon completion of your last certifying dive, or 26 weeks after enrollment, whichever comes first.
Can I upgrade or extend my membership?
DAN Student Members can upgrade to DAN Regular or Enhanced Membership at any time during their training. Simply log into your Member Portal and upgrade your Student Membership to DAN Regular or Enhanced Membership. If you need assistance, you can reach our Customer Service Team at +1-919-684-2948, Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5pm ET. You can also send an email to .
DAN Customer Service
Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET
+1 (919) 684-2948
+1 (800) 446-2671
Fax: +1 (919) 490-6630
24/7 Emergency Hotline
In event of a dive accident or injury, call local EMS first, then call DAN.
24/7 Emergency Hotline:
+1 (919) 684-9111
(Collect calls accepted)
DAN must arrange transportation for covered emergency medical evacuation fees to be paid.
Medical Information Line
Get answers to your nonemergency health and diving questions.
Mon–Fri, 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. ET
+1 (919) 684-2948, Option 4
Online: Ask A Medic
(Allow 24-48 hours for a response.)
DAN Student Membership Program includes automatic enrollment in Student Dive Accident Insurance which is an insured benefit underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa., a Pennsylvania insurance company, with its principal place of business at 1271 Ave of the Americas FL 37, New York, NY 10020-1304. It is currently authorized to conduct insurance business in all states and the District of Columbia. NAIC No. 19445. This is only a brief description of the coverage(s) available. The Policy will contain reductions, limitations, exclusions, definitions and termination provisions. Coverage may vary by state or may not be available in all states.