Shark Ecology

Drysuit diving opens up a world of possibilities, including diving in remote Arctic destinations and exploring cold-water dive sites teeming with life. Dry suit diving also lets you stay warm on repeated dive days, when you don't want to spend your time getting in and out of a cold wet suit. The Dry Suit Diving SSI specialty program is the best way to become a drysuit diver, and teaches you all the knowledge and techniques you need to dive safely and comfortably in a drysuit. You'll learn how to use this specific piece of equipment, made up of a drysuit and a diving jacket, what its advantages are and how to deal with emergency situations, which are specific to this type of diving. On completion of this course, you will be awarded the Dry Suit Diving SSI specialty certification. Other dates: please contact us.

In this specialty program, you'll develop the advanced skills and knowledge you need to navigate safely and confidently underwater. You'll learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distance, leave and return to a designated point, as well as basic navigation patterns. You'll also learn how to combine navigation techniques to enhance your diving experience. All this sharpens your underwater observation skills, improves your diving safety and helps you get the most out of every dive. On completion of this course, you will be awarded the SSI Navigation specialty certification. Other dates: please contact us.

In this introductory program, you'll learn everything you need to freedive safely with a buddy in a protected pool/environment to a depth of 5 meters. Online training is combined with in-water practice sessions to give you all the skills and knowledge you need. On completion of the program, you will receive your Basic Freediver SSI certification. Other dates: please contact us.

Dive pit session in water at 27°C.

During the Advanced Open Water Diver program, you'll discover 5 different specialties by completing one open water training dive per specialty after a full briefing with your SSI Instructor. By following this program, you'll enjoy total freedom of exploration. Among the 5 specialties, you'll discover Deep Diving and Navigation as well as 3 other specialties of your choice. You can take the full Specialty Diver courses at any time in the future, and credit your Advanced Open Water Diver training towards these courses. For further information, please contact the center.

The Diver Stress and Rescue SSI specialty program teaches you the skills you need to protect yourself and other divers. You'll learn how to identify stress, prevent accidents and receive practical techniques for performing rescues and providing emergency care. Through a combination of practical pool and open water sessions, you'll become well prepared and confident in handling emergency and rescue situations. On completion of this course, you will be awarded Diver Stress and Rescue SSI specialty certification. Other dates: please contact us.

Join the SSI Manta and Ray Ecology specialty program and you'll learn to dive with rays and recognize the different species of rays. You'll learn how rays contribute to the health of ocean ecosystems and why these precious animals need our protection. On completion of the course, you will receive your Manta & Ray Ecology SSI specialty certification. Other dates: please contact us.

In the Marine Ecology SSI specialty program, you'll learn how ocean organisms interact with each other and their environment. You'll learn how energy flows through colonies and the links between different ocean ecosystems. With your new knowledge, you'll appreciate the marine life you dive with even more! Start online today and get your Marine Ecology SSI certification. Other dates: contact us

Coral reefs are very popular with divers, and rightly so; drifting over a healthy reef filled with vibrant 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 get the most out of your reef dives. In this coral diving specialty program, you will learn to identify different corals and obtain your SSI Coral Identification specialty certification. Other dates: contact us

The world's oceans are home to thousands of species of fish, and you'll meet many of these fascinating creatures on your dives! In this course, you'll learn all the skills and concepts you need to identify the common reef fish families of the Caribbean, Indo-Pacific and Red Sea. At the end of this course, you will receive your SSI Fish Identification specialty certification. Other dates: please contact us.

Dive into the wonders of marine invertebrates with our new SSI specialty - Marine Invertebrate Ecology. Other dates: contact us

Discover the fascinating world of marine mammals. For other dates, please contact us.

Welcome to Nudibranch Ecology, where you'll explore the world of sea slugs in seven detailed sections. Start with their classification and habitats, then learn about their movements, sensory and respiratory systems. Discover their complex reproductive strategies... Other dates: please contact us.

Join the Science of Diving SSI specialty and you'll develop a comprehensive understanding of the underwater world and its effects on the human body. This specialty is required training for most SSI Professional programs, as well as for some Extended Range programs, and is an essential way of broadening your diving knowledge. Available online, you can earn your Science of Diving SSI specialty certification from home and get ready to start your career as a Diving Professional. Once you've completed the course, you'll be halfway to achieving the coveted Divemaster SSI qualification and earning the Science of Diving SSI specialty certification. Other dates: contact us

Sea turtles are some of the most wonderful animals to dive with. You'll want to dive with them even more after completing the Sea Turtle Ecology SSI Specialty Program! This specialty program provides the skills and concepts you need to recognize and identify common sea turtle species. It teaches you about the fascinating history of sea turtles, their role in marine ecosystems and the threats to their survival. On completion of this course, you will be awarded the Sea Turtle Ecology SSI specialty certification. Other dates: please contact us.