How do I get advanced open water with SSI?

To be certified as a SSI AOWD one needs to have completed four specialty courses and minimum of 24 logged dives. In the absence of a logged dives requirement, it is possible to become certified as AOW with some other agencies while having less than 10 lifetime dives.

How do I get an open water certification for Social Security?

The SSI Open Water Diver Course consists of 3 phases of skill development; Academic Training, Confined Water Training and Open Water Training Dives. Upon successful completion of all 3 phases, you will earn the SSI Open Water Diver certification.

Does PADI accept SSI?

A: Yes, you can cross between PADI and SSI as much as you like for the recreational dive levels. Their levels are quite similar and certification of another dive organization is totally accepted. As noted all standards are set forth by the RSTC (Recreational Scuba Training Council).

What is SSI open water?

What is SSI? SSI stands for Scuba Schools International. It is an international organization that teaches the skills of scuba diving and freediving. It supports dive centres and resorts all over the world. It was started in 1970 by Robert Clark in the USA.

How to become an SSI advanced open water diver?

To get the certification card as an SSI Advanced Open Water Diver, you will need to have a minimum of 24 dives (logged) and have completed four specialties courses of your choice. You can get your recognition level card with us at Scotty’s Dive Center if you have already 24 logged dives and are certified in 4 diving specialties.

What are the prerequisites for SSI open water certification?

The Prerequisites to get your certification card are: to have at least 24 logged dives and be certified in four scuba diving specialties. The Advanced Open Water recognition level is FREE (you can download it with the SSI app on your phone). But if you want the plastic card some fees will apply.

How many dives do you need to get SSI certification?

To get the certification card as an SSI Advanced Open Water Diver, you will need to have a minimum of 24 dives (logged) and have completed four specialties courses of your choice.

How to become an open water diver referral?

Typically as a Referral Diver, you will have completed the Open Water Diver academic and pool/confined water sessions at your local training center and plan to do your open water training dives elsewhere. Become an Open Water Diver by completing the four open water training dives. Upgrade your training experience with a perfect match!