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Many interesting dive sites are deeper than the Open Water Diver depth limits. These sites are usually very attractive, but require special knowledge of dive planning procedures and methods. At the end of the course you will receive the SSI Deep Diving certification.

Lost items are now a thing of the past with the SSI Search & Recovery Specialty course. In this fascinating course you will learn all the skills you need to safely and confidently conduct search and recovery dives. You will learn how to use search patterns, special dive plans and underwater communication skills and practice using special equipment such as lift bags, lines and reels. By developing your search techniques and practicing search procedures in a dive team, you will become a confident search and rescue diver during this course. Upon completion of the course, you will receive the SSI Search & Recovery Specialty certification.

This specialty provides you with the knowledge and advanced skills you need to navigate safely and confidently underwater. You will learn different ways to orientate yourself underwater using a compass or natural navigation, determine directions and distances, navigate different courses and search patterns, find different marker points and learn how to return to your starting point. After completing the course, you will receive the SSI Navigation Specialty certification.

Want to get the most out of your dive time and have fun underwater? Then discover diving with a DPV/dive scooter. In this program you will learn the skills and procedures to safely plan and conduct such dives. You will learn the special precautions for using scooters/DPVs, how to maintain contact with your dive buddy and how to check the rest of your equipment. In short, to safely enjoy your new diving experience with the DPV! Upon completion of the program, you will receive the SSI Scooter/DPV Diving Specialty certification and will be able to dive with a scooter/DPV to a depth of 30 meters.

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.

Night dives require very different skills than daylight dives. The SSI Night Diving & Limited Visibility Specialty course is the best way to learn all about night diving and practice the techniques required to make you a safe and confident night diver. This course will give you all the knowledge and skills to dive safely and relaxed at night or in limited visibility conditions. In a balanced mix of online learning and open water dives, you will learn how to use special equipment, the correct entry and exit techniques and how to communicate with your dive buddy at night and in limited visibility. Upon completion of the course, you will receive the SSI Night Diving and Limited Visibility Specialty certification and be ready to dive into the dark with confidence.

SSI has developed the Computer Diving Program to help certified divers become familiar with the features and benefits of a dive computer. Knowing and using all the features of a dive computer will not only increase your diving safety, but also make it easier to plan and conduct your dive. The SSI Computer Diving Program shows you the features and capabilities of various dive computers and explains how to use these features before, during and after your dive. Often divers buy a computer and only use it for basic information. Get the most out of your investment by learning how to get the most out of your dive computer. Start your SSI Computer Diving Specialty online today!

This course is conducted on a 1:1 instructor to student ratio. This certification program is recognized worldwide and is the best way to become a certified scuba diver and begin an adventure that will last a lifetime. The combination of personalized instruction and hands-on training sessions ensures that you have the skills and experience to dive safely and with confidence. At the end of the course you will receive your SSI Open Water Diver 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.