BECOME A PRO
SCIENCE OF DIVING
This program provides an in-depth and detailed study of physics, physiology, decompression theory, the aquatic environment and diving equipment. It is required training for most SSI Dive Professional programs, as well as some Extended Range programs. You will earn the SSI Science of Diving Specialty certification after completing this program.
DIVE GUIDE
This program gives you the skills and experience required to safely lead groups of certified divers, and is the first step towards an exciting career as an SSI Dive Professional without requiring you to complete an instructor program. Professional Dive Guides can work for SSI Dive Centers, guiding dives in a variety of environments and conditions. You will earn the SSI Dive Guide certification after completing this program.
DIVEMASTER
Divemaster is the second step in becoming a dive professional and a great way to gain a lot of diving experience while improving your knowledge and skills.
We believe that the best way to become a skilled divemaster is by getting real, hands-on, experience. With this in mind, we have designed an immersive Divemaster Training Program where you participate in various classroom and in-water workshops. You also assist experienced instructors on actual courses to allow you to put your knowledge and skills to work. And, you get unlimited dives during your Divemaster Training Program!
ASSISTANT INSTRUCTOR
This program provides the skills, concepts, and teaching experience required to become a successful SSI Instructor. You will learn the SSI Teaching System and philosophy, how to assist Instructors in training and how to independently teach a variety of SSI training programs. Candidates who complete this program can earn the SSI Assistant Instructor rating or work all the way through to the SSI Open Water Instructor after having successfully passed the Instructor Evaluation in addition.
DIVE INSTRUCTOR COURSE
This program provides candidates with the knowledge, concepts and training necessary to organise and conduct entry-level scuba training courses. Candidates will learn the SSI Teaching System and philosophy, and how to effectively teach and evaluate Open Water Diver students. It will also prepare the candidate for their Instructor Evaluation. Candidates who complete this program and the Instructor Evaluation earn the SSI Open Water Instructor certification.
CROSSOVER
The intent of the SSI Dive Professional Crossover program is to provide an orientation to SSI philosophies and procedures to dive professionals from other recognized scuba training agencies. It provides the knowledge and skills needed to conduct SSI programs equivalent to their existing qualifications in a safe
and enjoyable manner. Upon completion you will be certified as an SSI Dive Professional commensurate with your previous certification and experience.