Open Water Diver

WINTER SALE: 30 % discount on all Ecology courses. Instead of 190 CHF only 125 CHF. Sea turtles are some of the most wonderful animals you will ever dive with. And you'll want to spend even more time with them once you've completed the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty course. This specialty course will teach you how to distinguish and identify the different species. It will teach you about their long and fascinating history, their role in the marine ecosystem and the threats to their survival. At the end of the course you will receive the SSI Sea Turtle Ecology Specialty certification.

React Right is SSI's emergency first responder course and provides the knowledge and practical skills to act as a first responder in a medical emergency. In this flexible course, you can choose your subject areas, such as initial assessment, first aid, CPR and stabilization techniques. You will learn more about administering emergency oxygen and using the defibrillator (AED). With a combination of theory and practical exercise scenarios, this course will give you important tools and confidence to provide emergency assistance. Once certified, you will be able to act as a first aider, administer first aid and CPR, administer oxygen and provide AED support. Earn your SSI React Right Specialty certification and help other divers in need. Start your SSI React Right Specialty course today!

WINTER SALE: 30 % discount on all Ecology courses. Instead of 190 CHF only 125 CHF. In the SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty course you will learn how to dive with rays and how to distinguish between different rays. You will learn a lot about the important role of rays in the marine ecosystem and why these noble animals need our protection. Upon completion of the course, you will receive your SSI Manta & Ray Ecology Specialty certification.

The SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty course is the best way to improve your buoyancy and experience perfect dives. Buoyancy control is one of the most important diving skills, but as any experienced diver will tell you, it takes time to perfect. In this course, you will learn advanced buoyancy skills and techniques to help you master your buoyancy faster. By improving your water position and optimizing your buoyancy control, you can reduce your air consumption and increase your bottom times. In this fascinating course you will also learn new skills to protect the underwater world, which can always be used. At the end of the course you will receive the SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification. Well-balanced, you will soon be gliding calmly through the water, taking the underwater photos you've always dreamed of or simply enjoying the weightlessness. The course starts with a theory evening where the remaining dates are agreed with the participants.

WINTER SALE: 30 % discount on all Ecology courses. Instead of 190 CHF only 125 CHF. In the SSI Shark Ecology program you will learn how to interpret shark behavior, why they are often misunderstood and how to dive with sharks. This is the perfect course for shark fans and for divers who have a fear of sharks and want to overcome it. Upon completion of this program, you will receive your SSI Shark Ecology Specialty certification and undoubtedly become an avid shark diver. Start today!

In this beginner course, you will learn everything you need to conduct freediving dives to a depth of 5 meters in a pool/limited open water together with a buddy. Through a combination of online training and practical sessions, this course provides you with all the skills and knowledge you need. On completion of the course you will receive your SSI Basic Freediver certification. The course starts with a theory evening where the remaining dates are agreed with the participants.

Take an Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty course if you want to shorten your surface intervals and extend your dive time. You'll spend more time exploring your favorite dive sites instead of waiting! With the course you will expand your diving knowledge to plan safe dives with enriched air mixtures up to 40% oxygen. After completing the course you will receive an SSI Enriched Air Nitrox certification for 32% or 40%.

WINTER SALE: 30 % discount on all Ecology courses. Instead of 190 CHF only 125 CHF. Welcome to the Nudibranch Ecology course, where you will explore the world of nudibranchs in seven detailed lessons. Start with their classification and habitats, then learn about their locomotor, sensory and respiratory systems. Discover their complex reproductive strategies, their relationships with other marine organisms, their feeding habits and their important role in ecosystems. Explore their defense mechanisms and interactions with humans and learn more about their importance for research and conservation. This course will deepen your understanding of these extraordinary creatures and is ideal for marine biology fans, students and the curious. Join us and discover the secrets of nudibranchs.

The SSI Diver Stress and Rescue Specialty course is the best course to learn how to protect yourself and other divers. You will learn how to recognize stress, avoid accidents and apply practical techniques for performing rescues and emergency care. With a combination of pool and open water training, you will be well and safely prepared to deal with emergency and rescue situations. After completing the course, you will receive the SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Specialty certification. The course starts with a theory evening where the remaining dates are agreed with the participants.

The SSI Freediver opens the door to freediving activities all over the world. Learning to freedive with SSI is easier than you think. This program combines online training, pool and open water dives to make you a confident and safe freediver in no time. Once certified, you'll be able to dive with a buddy in open water to a depth of 20 meters and explore a variety of stunning underwater ecosystems around the world. Start online today and the course will begin with a theory evening where the remaining dates will be agreed with the participants.

This specialty course provides you with the knowledge and advanced skills you need to navigate safely and confidently underwater. You will learn the correct use of the compass, natural navigation techniques, estimating distances, leaving and returning to a given point and simple navigation patterns. You will also learn how to combine navigation techniques to optimize your diving experience. All of this will sharpen your underwater observation skills, increase your diving safety and help you get the most out of every dive. On completion of the course you will receive the SSI Navigation Specialty certification. The course starts with a theory evening where the remaining dates are agreed with the participants.

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 completing the Divemaster program. All you need is 40 verified dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 verified dives in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. Upon successful completion of the Divemaster program, you will be certified as a Dive Guide. If you want 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 at least 60 logged/verified dives. You can upgrade to Divemaster immediately or later by studying the Science of Diving materials yourself and passing the Digital Final Exam, which makes you an SSI Professional. There are thousands of job opportunities worldwide for the next generation of highly qualified divers. The course starts with a theory evening where the remaining dates are agreed with the participants.

As a deep diver, you have the unique opportunity to explore some of the world's best dive sites and most popular marine life. There is so much waiting for you in the deep blue sea. In a balanced combination of theory sessions and open water dives, the SSI Deep Diving Specialty course will teach you everything you need for dives between 18 and 40 meters. You will learn how to plan and safely conduct your deep diving adventures and how to get the most out of your deep dives with the help of dive computers and gas consumption calculations. Upon completion of the course, you will receive your SSI Deep Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore the most beautiful deep dive sites wherever you want. This SSI Specialty is also a prerequisite for other advanced training courses, making it the next logical step in your diving education. The course always starts with a theory evening where the remaining dates are agreed with the participants.