How do I self certify as a PADI specialty instructor?
As others have said, you can “self-certify” once you have 25 total certs (NOT 25 students — I found out there are many “tricks” to getting to the 25 cert level) and have at least 20 dives in that particular “specialty.” You do NOT have to be an MSDT (in fact, you can’t be an MSDT until you are certified to teach 5 …
Is it illegal to scuba dive alone?
Technically, or by the letter of the law – or however you want to phrase it, it is possible to dive alone. There are no scuba police to stop you and some people do dive alone. However, in scuba certification classes, one of the main scuba safety rules is to never dive alone. Always dive with a buddy.
What can a PADI instructor teach?
A PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor is able to teach all PADI core courses from Open Water Diver up to PADI Divemaster level. The primary role of an Instructor is to teach, although in some areas, Instructors will also guide certified divers on dive trips.
How do you become a rescue diver?
You must hold valid first aid and CPR training to certify as a Rescue Diver; if you have completed a relevant course within the past two years this may be credited towards your certification, otherwise you can complete the Emergency First Response course alongside it (usually a one day classroom based course).
Can you scuba dive at the Titanic?
So, can you scuba dive to the Titanic? No, you cannot scuba dive to the Titanic. The Titanic lies in 12,500 feet of ice cold Atlantic ocean and the maximum depth a human can scuba dive is between 400 to 1000 feet because of water pressure.
How deep can a rescue diver go?
You will be certified as a PADI Deep Diver, to a maximum depth of 40m/130ft within no-stop limits.
How old do you have to be to be a PADI self reliant Diver?
You need to be a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver who is at least 18 years old and has 100 logged dives to enroll in the Self-Reliant Diver course. You’ll also complete a skills assessment with your PADI Self-Reliant Diver Instructor before diving into the course.
Can a self reliant diver dive without a buddy?
With proper training, equipment and the right attitude to accept the risks involved in independent diving, an experience diver can responsibly engage in dives without a buddy. Self-reliant diving is an adventure activity that is not for everyone, but does have its place.
What do you need for a PADI dive?
For information on other available languages please contact your PADI Dive Center. Besides your basic scuba equipment, you’ll need a DSMB, redundant gas source, redundant dive computer and redundant surface signaling device. Your PADI Instructor or local dive center staff will suggest other gear as appropriate.
Can a diver do a dive without a partner?
Learning to carry out dives without a partner can make you a stronger diver in most dive situations. With proper training, equipment and the right attitude to accept the risks involved in independent diving, an experience diver can responsibly engage in dives without a buddy.