BSAC photo-ID qualification cards are universally accepted and more convenient as proof of qualification than the Qualification Record Book (QRB).
How to request your QCard (qualification card)
If you have a Diver Training Pack, please request your QCard from your Branch Diving Officer or Lead Instructor as per the instructions below.
If you are applying for a diver grade (e.g. Discovery Diver, Ocean Diver, Sports Diver, Dive Leader, Advanced Diver), please be aware that you must supply the following information to your Branch Diving Officer or Lead Instructor:
- Full name
- BSAC membership number
- Digital passport-style image (from your phone!)
- Unique Reference Number (URN) which came with your course pack - if you do not have a URN you will need to purchase the qualification card here.
If you are applying for any other qualification, such as a skill development course (SDC), please provide the same details to your Instructor at the end of the course.
The necessary parties will then submit your application online.
Instructors: apply on behalf of a single student
If you are an instructor who needs to update multiple student training records:
Use this form if you need to submit a report following a branch-run SDC, regional course or Workshop attended by multiple students.
Instructors: send report on behalf of a group of students
How to order a Workshop or Replacement QCard
Each training pack has a Unique Reference Number (URN) and this must be quoted to your instructor. Only cards for the course that the unique reference number is allocated for can be requested.
If you do not have a URN and you require a new or replacement card, please use the online payment form here:
Workshop QCard prices - per card
- £20.00 Current member
Important
Each training pack has a Unique Reference Number (URN) and this must be quoted to your instructor. Only cards for the course that the unique reference number is allocated for can be requested.
If you do not have a URN and you require a new or replacement card, please use the online payment form here:
QCard prices - per card (must have URN)
- £20.00 Current member replacement card
- £20.00 Equivalency card
Important
You will need the following details to hand in order to submit this form:
- Full name
- BSAC membership number
- Digital passport-style image (from your phone!)
- Proof of your qualification & course date & pack purchase (URN)
- Alternative address for delivery (if required)
Please also supply your instructor's name, instructor number and membership number, along with the name of your branch. Please be aware that without proof of pack purchase (URN) BSAC cannot issue a replacement card and you will be charged the full digital pack price for the qualification.
If you need any support or advice please call +44 (0)151 350 6271 or email us.
If you have not received your qualification card after 3 weeks of applying please contact us qcards@bsac.com.
Proof of qualification without a QCard
If you have applied for a qualification card then your qualification has been updated on BSAC’s records. Your qualifications are visible in your MyBSAC account. You can show proof of your qualification by showing your MyBSAC account page to whoever you need to. This can either be on your phone, tablet or by printing your MyBSAC account page (hardcopy), just make sure your profile photo is uploaded and visible.
How to order a QCard if your membership has lapsed
If you are a lapsed BSAC member you can still purchase a replacement qualification card. To purchase a QCard as a lapsed member please use the form button below.
QCard price - per card
- £110.00 Lapsed member + 12 months membership
- £115.00 Lapsed member
How to order an International Certificate of Competence (ICC) QCard
BSAC is an 'issuing authority' for International Certificates for Operators of Pleasure Craft (ICCs) on behalf of the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA).
How to order your CMAS QCard
QCard price - £25 per card
CMAS qualification cards cards processed through BSAC can only be issued to UK residents. Overseas members should apply to their local National Federation.
To purchase an SAA/CMAS QCard:
- Complete the form using the button below
- You must also register on the CMAS Portal. When registering, only boxes with an * are required.
