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The Dive Guide program is the first step of an exciting journey. Learn to safely guide certified divers in a variety of environments and conditions. By giving dive briefings, performing site evaluations and leading dives you will become a confident Dive Guide in no time. Start your diving career as a professional Dive Guide here or continue on for Divemaster.

Want to better control buoyancy, use less breathing gas and float above the sea floor without effort? In the SSI Perfect Buoyancy program you will learn the skills and techniques you need for an optimal diving experience. You will be even more relaxed in the water and learn how to make optimal use of your equipment. You will earn the SSI Perfect Buoyancy specialty certification.

Many of the best dive sites in the ocean are wrecks. These impressive structures attract unusually high amounts of life and give you the chance to immerse yourself in history as you dive. Nothing beats wreck diving, and the SSI Wreck Diving Specialty teaches you all the skills and knowledge you need to become a safe and confident wreck diver. With a combination of theory and water sessions, you will be taught how to safely make non-penetration dives around wrecks and artificial reefs, to depths of 30 meters. You will also practice your wreck diving skills during open water dives. All this ensures that you can confidently enjoy wreck diving and get the most out of every dive. Upon completion of this program, you will receive your SSI Wreck Diving Specialty certification. Continue your adventures and become a wreck diver. Get started online today.

In this sidemount course you will learn everything you need to make recreational sidemount dives with one or two cylinders to a maximum depth of 30 meters or to your certification depth, whichever is deeper. Sidemount diving is already common for wreck, mine and cave divers, but now the benefits are being discovered by more recreational divers. Without a heavy tank on your back, you'll feel more comfortable in the water, and you'll find that your streamline and trim improve effortlessly. Because you use less energy, you can reduce your gas consumption so you can get the most out of your dive time. With better control over your buoyancy, easier access to your valves and more redundancy, sidemount diving offers safety and peace of mind. This is the best sidemount diving course to discover and enjoy the enticing benefits of this diving style. You will learn all the skills and knowledge you need to dive safely and comfortably with a sidemount equipment configuration with one or two cylinders.

SSI Scooter/DPV Diving You will learn the skills and methods to safely dive with underwater scooters or DPVs (Diver Propulsion Vehicle). You will learn what special precautions to take before using a DPV, how to stay in contact with your buddy and operate your equipment, and how to safely enjoy the new experience of diving with a DPV. Upon completion of the program, you will receive the SSI specialty certification Scooter/DPV Diving.Minimum age to participate: 12.Required certification: Open Water Diver.Theory lessons: 1.Number of lessons in pool/conditioned water: 1 optional.Number of outdoor dives: 2.Maximum depth: Varies by age.Recommended course length: 6-10 hours.

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