Assistant Instructor

Become a certified Extended Range Trimix Diver The SSI Extended Range Trimix training program is the core program that all other open-circuit programs build on. This program is the start of your exciting journey to become an accomplished tech diver. Using a sidemount configuration, this program prepares you to plan and conduct trimix decompression dives to a maximum depth of 45 meters. You will learn the techniques and procedures for using trimix breathing gases and nitrox mixtures of up to 100% oxygen for decompression. You will earn the SSI Extended Range Trimix diver certification after completing this program and gain new tech diver knowledge

The SSI CCR Extended Range Trimix program builds upon skills and techniques learned as a basic rebreather diver by increasing depth, duration, introducing decompression, and adding more complex skills. Training is available using either rEvo, JJ, AP Inspiration, rebreathers. SSI has developed this unit-specific program to use trimix as the breathing gas to reduce gas density and increase diver safety. Your CCR Extended Range Trimix certification qualifies you to conduct decompression dives to a maximum depth of up to 45 meters using a trimix diluent. Take your diving to the next level with the exciting world of rebreathers. Get started online today!

The SSI CCR Extended Range Trimix program builds upon skills and techniques learned as a basic rebreather diver by increasing depth, duration, introducing decompression, and adding more complex skills. Training is available using AP Inspiration rebreathers. SSI has developed this unit-specific program to use trimix as the breathing gas to reduce gas density and increase diver safety. The CCR Extended Range Trimix certification qualifies you to conduct decompression dives to a maximum depth of up to 45 meters using a trimix diluent.

If you cannot decide which specialty programs are the best choice for you, join the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver program! With this program, you can try a variety of specialties before committing to full specialty programs. It is a great way to experience what advanced diver training is all about and how valuable it can be to your diving adventures. During the Advanced Open Water Diver Program, you will try out 5 different specialties. You will complete one open water training dive per specialty after a comprehensive briefing with your SSI Instructor. With this trial program in specialty diving, you will have total freedom to explore. You can complete the full specialty programs any time in the future and credit your Advanced Open Water Diver training towards them.

The SSI Try Scuba program is the best way to try scuba diving for the first time. You will be in confined water and well looked after by your instructor, so you can enjoy those first unforgettable breaths underwater and experience the magic of scuba diving. At the end of this short course, you will have earned your SSI Try Scuba recognition card and undoubtedly want to go diving again. Endless scuba diving adventures are waiting for you and this course is where it all begins. Start today!

The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program. When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.

The SSI Extended Range Foundations program provides you with an opportunity to enhance your advanced diving skills in a workshop environment. Learn more about using tec diving gear with any total diving system you are certified to use and build upon your basic skill set to master buoyancy, trim, finning techniques, positioning, and communication. The Extended Range Foundations program provides supplementary training to existing certifications to increase your confidence and in-water control. All in-water sessions are completed in a pool/confined water environment at depths less than 12 meters. You will earn the SSI Extended Range Foundations certification after completing this program.

TheSSI CCR Technical Extended Rangecourse pushes your rebreather boundaries. Itprovides the training to independently plan and conduct trimix decompression dives up to 60 meters using your AP Inspiration (or similar CCR) and at least two bailout cylinders.

For Professionals seeking to be come instructors 

The Assistant Instructor certification is the next step after Divemaster on the path to becoming a dive instructor. It allows you to gain valuable teaching experience, practice briefings, teach academic courses, and conduct in-water training.If you wish to continue your career as a diving professional, you can complete the instructor training course, pass the instructor evaluation, and become an Open Water Diving Instructor.