Divemaster
The Divemaster program is the first step on an exciting journey. Earn the respect of your dive buddies and become an ambassador for diving by taking the Divemaster program. All you need to get started are 40 verified/logged dives and certifications in Deep Diving, Navigation, Night & Limited Visibility or at least 5 logged/verified dives experience in each area plus Diver Stress & Rescue. You will be certified as a Dive Guide after successfully completing the Divemaster program.
When your interest is to turn your passion into a profession by guiding certified divers, teaching Ecology programs, assisting instructors or even becoming an instructor yourself, your next step is the Divemaster Upgrade with a minimum of 60 logged/verified. Upgrade to Divemaster right away or any time after by self-studying the Science of Diving materials, passing the Digital Final Exam which makes you an SSI Professional.
The Dive Master Course requires you to complete the Science of Diving Specialty and the Professional Dive Guide Course.
You must be
Minimum age: 18 years old
Have logged at least 60 open water dives totaling 40 hours or more
Availability: Contact us for booking information
Science of Diving Program
Join the SSI Science of Diving specialty and you will develop a complete 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 some Extended Range programs, and is an essential way to expand your dive knowledge. Available online, you can earn your SSI Science of Diving specialty certification from home and get ready to begin your dive professional career.
Dive Guide Program
The Dive Guide program is the first step on an exciting journey. Learn to safely lead certified divers in various environments and conditions.
By giving dive briefings, doing site evaluations, and leading dives, you will become a confident Dive Guide in no time.
- Minimum age: 15 years old (Must be 18 years old to be certified as an active status Professional Dive Guide).
- Have logged at least 40 open water dives totaling 25 hours or more to start the program.
- Have logged at least 60 open water dives totaling 40 hours or more to complete the program.
- Have the following SSI certifications or equivalent from a recognized training agency:
- Diver Stress & Rescue
- Have the following SSI certifications, an equivalent from a recognized training agency, or provide proof of experience by showing at least five (5) logged experience dives in each of the following areas:
- Deep Diving
- Navigation
- Night & Limited Visibility
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