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The ocean is full of dive sites, but many of the best can only be accessed by boat. If you want to discover these incredible dive sites, become an SSI boat diver. It's the best way to learn how to dive from different boat types safely and with confidence. As a diver from a boat, you'll be able to explore dive sites far from the coast that attract pelagic formations and marine fauna that you won't find near the coast. You can experience the excitement of a dive from a liveaboard around the world, fill your day with dives away from crowds, and sail until the sun goes down. Using online training and open water diving sessions, the Boat Diving Specialty program is the best way to learn. This program teaches you all the skills and techniques necessary to dive safely and comfortably from various boats. Earn your SSI Boat Diving Specialty certification. Get started today.

Take your passion for shipwrecks to the next level. The SSI Advanced Wreck Diving Course is aimed at experienced divers who want to learn how to explore the interior of wrecks in a safe, controlled and technical way, respecting the highest safety standards. This course delves into shipwreck penetration techniques, advanced planning and risk management, allowing you to explore closed environments with greater confidence and preparation.

Coral reefs are enjoyed among divers and rightly so; Floating over a healthy reef teeming with bustling marine life is magical. These precious ecosystems are fascinating and the SSI Coral Identification Specialty program is the best way to learn more about coral reefs and make the most of your reef dives. In this coral diving specialty program, you'll learn the necessary skills and concepts you need to identify common families of coral species and earn your SSI Coral Identification Specialty certification.

In SSI's Marine Ecology specialty program you will learn how ocean organisms interact with each other and their environment. We will teach you how energy flows through communities and the connections between different ocean ecosystems. With your newfound knowledge you can appreciate the marine life you dive with even more! Get started online today and earn your SSI Marine Ecology Specialty certification.

In this specialty program you will gain the advanced skills and knowledge you need to navigate underwater safely and confidently. You will learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distances, how to leave and return to a certain point, in addition to basic navigation patterns. We will also teach you how to combine navigation techniques to improve your experience. All of this enhances your underwater observation skills, improves dive safety, and helps you get the most out of every dive. Upon completion of the program you will receive the SSI Navigation Specialty certification.

The Stress & Rescue Diver Specialty program is the best course to learn the necessary skills you need to protect yourself and other divers. You will learn how to identify stress, how to prevent accidents and we will teach you techniques to carry out rescues and offer emergency care. With a combination of hands-on pool and open water sessions, you'll be well prepared and confident in handling emergencies and rescue situations. Upon completion of the program you will receive the SSI Stress & Rescue Diver Specialty certification.

This program gives you the skills and knowledge needed to safely plan and conduct search and recovery dives. You'll learn about search patterns, specialized dive plans, underwater communication, and how to retrieve small to medium-sized objects using specialized equipment like lifting balloons. Upon completion of the program, you will receive certification from the SSI SEARCH & RECOVERY Specialty.