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The SSI Open Water Diver is the most widely recognized initial certification course in recreational diving. It was developed for people who want to learn to dive safely and independently, exploring the underwater world anywhere in the world.During training, the student will learn the fundamentals of diving, including equipment setup and use, buoyancy techniques, underwater communication, safety procedures, and basic dive planning.The course is divided into three stages:Academic development (theory): study of the principles of diving, physics, physiology, equipment and safety.Pool or confined water training: practicing essential skills in a controlled environment.Open water diving: applying skills to real dives in the sea.CertificationUpon successful completion of the course, the student will receive the international SSI Open Water Diver certification, enabling them to dive autonomously with a qualified dive buddy to depths of up to 18 meters (12 meters for Junior Open Water Diver).

Learn how to glide effortlessly through the ocean, increase your dive time, reduce air consumption, and much more with SSI's Perfect Buoyancy Specialty. No matter your diving interest, having perfect buoyancy is the key to success. Start this essential specialty course now!

SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 40%The SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 40% program is one of SSI's most popular specialties, enabling divers to use breathing mixtures enriched with up to 40% oxygen, increasing safety and providing longer decompression time compared to using conventional compressed air.During the course, the student will learn the principles of Nitrox diving, including oxygen-related physiology, exposure limits, calculation of Maximum Operating Depth (MOD), cylinder analysis and identification, dive planning, and proper use of dive computers configured for Nitrox.The training is conducted through theoretical classes and practical gas analysis activities, without requiring open water dives for certification.Program ContentBenefits and limitations of Nitrox.Oxygen physiology and diving safety.Oxygen toxicity.Calculation of MOD.Planning dives with Nitrox.Cylinder analysis and labeling.Dive computer configuration.PrerequisitesMinimum age: 10 years.Open Water Diver certification or equivalent.Certification Upon completion of the program, the student will receive the international SSI Enriched Air Nitrox 40% certification, enabling them to dive with mixtures containing up to 40% oxygen within the limits of their training and experience.An essential certification for those who want to increase their safety, optimize their dives, and make the most of their recreational diving trips and operations.

Night diving requires different skills from diving during the day. The SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility specialty is the best way to learn about night diving and practice the techniques you will need to become a safe and confident night diver. In this program, you will be provided with all the knowledge and skills you need to safely and comfortably dive at night or in limited visibility conditions. With a combination of online learning and open water training dives, you will learn how to enter and exit the water, use specialized equipment, and how to communicate with your buddy easily at night or in limited visibility. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility specialty certification and be ready to go night diving with confidence.

The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue specialty program teaches you the skills you need to protect yourself and other divers. You will learn how to identify stress, how to prevent accidents and be taught practical techniques to conduct rescues and provide emergency care. With a combination of pool and open water practice sessions, you will become well prepared and confident at handling emergency and rescue situations. Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Specialty certification.