SDI Open Water Scuba Diver

Introduction:

This is an entry level scuba diving course in which students will learn how to safely and with a buddy conduct dives not requiring professional supervision.

Who this course is for:

• Persons desiring to obtain a Scuba Diving certification
• Persons interested in underwater exploration

Course prerequisites:

• Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent (10-14 for Junior Open Water Scuba Diver certification)

What you can expect to learn:

The SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Course will cover all of the necessary skills and knowledge for open water scuba diving, including:

• The aquatic environment: vision, light, sound, heat loss, tides, currents, waves, surge, etc.
• Physics and physiology: buoyancy, pressure, air spaces, breathing compressed air, mixed gases, etc.
• Dive equipment selection, assembly, use and maintenance
• Dive planning
• Basic scuba skills including mask and regulator skills, swimming underwater, buoyancy control, basic rescue techniques, and emergency procedures
• And much more!

What’s in it for you?

Upon successful completion of the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver course, graduates may:

• Conduct open water dives in conditions similar to their training
• Continue their dive education by enrolling in SDI Advanced Diver and Specialty courses

The SDI Open Water Scuba Diver minimum requirements:

• Demonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning dive planning and execution
• Satisfactorily complete the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver knowledge quests or equivalent online learning course
• Complete all open water requirements safely and efficiently

How do I take this course?

• Create your SDI/TDI website profile
• Complete the eLearning academic portion of the course
• Download and sign the Tec Dive Nomad Learning Agreement
• Download and complete the SDI Liability Release and Express Assumption of Risk form
• Download and complete the SDI/TDI Medical Statement form
• Schedule your in-person class and training dives with your instructor
• Complete your in-person training

Standards and Procedures

Course Standards & Procedures