Open Water Diver Basic Diving Course

Purpose: As an Assistant Instructor, you not only gain additional experience as a PRO, you also learn the SSI system of training divers and assist at a higher level (than as a Divemaster), take on teaching responsibilities and self-certify students, and teach theory classes in certain areas and courses. Assistant Instructor Specialist is preparatory for your Open Water Instructor course. Content: During the course you will gain in-depth knowledge in organizing and controlling diving and students as well as learn SSI's training philosophy and gain insight into basic learning theory and pedagogy. The course consists of self-study, theory lessons and presentations as well as workshops both theoretically, in the pool and in open water. Prerequisites: Renewed Divemaster, health examination not older than 12 months, React Right (First Aid, O2 Provider) not older than 24 months, at least 60 logged dives with a minimum of 40 hours of diving. Minimum age 18 years

Purpose: CPR and first aid are important skills in high demand. As a trained React Right Instructor, you will master these skills professionally and become certified to train further. Content: During your React Right Instructor training, you will gain experience in the role of an instructor and how to structure courses in CPR and first aid as well as oxygen use. You will learn how to motivate students, assess students' knowledge, present theoretical course content, become adept at developing students' practical skills and you will also learn how to present effective scenario-based sessions.

Introductory Diving Course