Why Certification is Right For You!

Become an expert in hyperbaric safety with the Hyperbaric Certified - Safety (HC-S©) designation. This certification demonstrates that you have achieved the highest professional standards in hyperbaric safety and helps you maintain your advanced training certification.

Having an official HC-S© credential will validate your knowledge of hyperbaric safety and enhance your resume for current and future job opportunities in a hyperbaric clinic. The HC-S© certification program is not limited to those seeking to become Hyperbaric Safety Director/Coordinator, but is designed to teach and validate the necessary knowledge of hyperbaric safety for all team members in a hyperbaric facility.

The HC-S© program is built on the latest science, regulations, and advancements in the field of hyperbaric safety. It was developed by globally recognized leaders in the subspecialty and is a cost-effective way to expand and validate your skills and knowledge of hyperbaric safety.

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GOALS and OBJECTIVES

The purpose of this certification pathway is to ensure that an individual who is assigned to the role of Hyperbaric Safety Coordinator / Director within a hyperbaric facility meets the highest practice standards of knowledge as proven through coursework and examination.

Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S) is not an entry-level qualification, rather an additional certification beyond the applicant’s qualifying profession.

Note: There is no intent or implication that the Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S©) certification is a requisite to hyperbaric safety program initiation at a facility. Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S©) designation demonstrates that a candidate has achieved the highest professional standards of hyperbaric safety and provides a vehicle for the maintenance of this advanced training certification.

To complete this certification, candidates must:

Complete the required online course modules. This is self-paced, but will take around 45 hours.
Successfully complete an approved Introduction to the Role of Hyperbaric Safety Director course (or submit required documentation).
Successfully complete a skills lab & practicum (8 hours)
Successfully complete the certification exam with a passing score of 70% or higher.

Qualifying Pathways include, but are not limited to:

CHT, CHRN, ACHRN, CHWS, CHS

Enrollment Eligibility Requirements

Applicants become eligible to enroll in the Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S©) certification program once the following requirements are met:

The intent of these requirements is to ensure that each Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S©) candidate has the necessary and foundational knowledge to carry out the role and responsibilities of a graduated Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S©) candidate.

Hold one of the above qualifying credentials.
Successfully completed an approved primary training course in hyperbaric medicine.
- Completion of a UHMS approved primary training course in hyperbaric medicine is necessary to ensure a minimum standard of education regarding the practice and scope of hyperbaric medicine. Any primary training course that is approved by the UHMS is acceptable.
- To find an approved list of primary hyperbaric training courses please CLICK HERE. Any introductory course approved by the UHMS is acceptable.
Minimum of one year of experience in a hyperbaric environment after completing an approved basic training course in hyperbaric medicine. (Note: The intent is to ensure that each Candidate has the necessary foundational knowledge.)
Successfully complete an approved Introduction to the Role of Hyperbaric Safety Director/Coordinator course within 2-years (24 months) of enrollment in the HC-S program.
- After the 2-year window, a candidate will need to retake an approved Introduction to the Role of Hyperbaric Safety Director/Coordinator course, and meet all other training and competency requirements.

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TOPICS covered in this certification

Knowledge and Understanding of Hyperbaric Chambers, Chamber Systems and Subsystems
Knowledge of Hyperbaric Codes, Standards, Regulatory Compliance
Knowledge of Hyperbaric Safety Director/Coordinator Role, Standards, & Training
Understanding of Fire Protection, Prevention, and Risk Assessment in a Hyperbaric Environment
Understanding of Emergency Procedures
Understanding of safety issues of Inside Chamber Attendants
Understanding Safety in a Hyperbaric Environment:
- History of hyperbaric mishaps
- How accidents happen
- Role of the Hyperbaric Safety Director/Coordinator
- Management of a Hyperbaric Facility Safety Program
- The Medical Director’s Responsibility in Hyperbaric Facility Safety
- The roles and responsibilities of nurses, technologists, and patients in promoting safety in a hyperbaric environment.

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PRACTICAL SKILLS LAB

The Practical Skills Lab will consist of in-person, hands-on training during a 1-day event.

The objective of the practical skills lab is to help HC-S© Candidates translate theoretical learning into real-world practice.

The goal is to provide a teaching and learning opportunity within the context of a practice setting that will allow candidates to develop self-confidence while increasing their competence as they become socialized into the role & responsibilities of HC-S©.

The HC-S© practical skills lab is conducted by either a graduated HC-S©, or other HCC approved personnel.

The end of the Skills Lab day candidates will be evaluated their competence in carrying out the skills. The evaluation is graded and will count as part of the overall final exam score.

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CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDIT STATEMENTS

Nursing credits are provided through partnership with Wound Care Education Partners (WCEP). WCEP is a Florida based company and a licensed CE Provider through the Florida State Board of Nursing and the CE is reciprocal for nurses in the United States. Florida nursing credits are reciprocal and approved for nurses within all states. Receiving credit for Florida providers is simple, attend the course and our staff will upload your credits directly to the Florida State database. For out of state credit, we provide the necessary paperwork for you to file with your respective nursing board. CE Broker Tracking # 50-10881

Disclosure Statements. All faculty members and planners participating in continuing medical education activities sponsored by Hyperbaric Certification Commission are expected to disclose to the participants any relevant financial relationships with commercial interests. Full disclosure of faculty and planner relevant financial relationships will be made at the activity.

As the HCC’s provider of continuing education credits, Wound Care Education Partners (WCEP) provides only administration for the Continuing Education Credit aspects of the HCC programs. Consequently, the approaches, views, statements and opinions expressed in the lectures and materials being presented are those of the course's authors, lecturers and director(s) and do not necessarily represent those of WCEP.

Printed Textbook included (ebook version not available)

Hyperbaric Facility Safety: A Practical Guide, Second Edition

The ebook version of the textbook, Hyperbaric Facility Safety: A Practical Guide, Second Edition is included in the fee for the certification.

A $178.00 value!

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RECERTIFICATION

Maintain a minimum of 12 HCC Approved CEUs specific to hyperbaric safety within a 3-year period.

The Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S) credential will expire within 3 years if the required minimum 12 HCC approved CEUs within a 3-year period specific to hyperbaric safety have not been completed.

Documentation meeting the eligibility requirements must accompany a candidate’s application for Hyperbaric Certified-Safety (HC-S) certification. Please send documentation to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

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