Does PADI accept SSI?
Does PADI accept SSI?
Q: I have done my Open Water Diver course with PADI, can I do my Advanced Course with SSI or the other way around? 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.
Which is better SSI or PADI?
In conclusion, there is very little difference between PADI and SSI. As a recreational diver, the differences are so small that if you aren’t completing a course, you probably won’t notice. Both maintain high standards of training around the world. Both are globally acknowledged as diving qualifications.
How do I become a divemaster for SSI?
- Minimum age: 15 years old (Must be 18 years old to work as an active status Professional Dive Guide)
- Diver Stress and Rescue certification or equivalent.
- 40 logged open water dives or more to start the course and at least 60 logged open water dives to complete the course.
How do I get advanced open water 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.
Is SSI cheaper than PADI?
Recommendations in choosing PADI vs SSI To summarize: Both PADI and SSI offer world-class diving training around the world. They both maintain high standards of practice across the globe. SSI is generally cheaper, so if you are looking for a lower price, you can do your SSI Open Water.
How much does SSI certification cost?
SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Keep in mind that doing the confined water and open water dives required for the certification will raise this cost. You will most likely end up in the $400 range when it is all said and done. You can find more information on the SDI Open Water Scuba Diver certification course here.
Is SSI certification good for life?
Scuba Certifications with both PADI and SSI never expire. That said, if it’s been a while since your last dive, it’s always worth mentioning it to your Dive Master to they can do a quick refresher with you and make sure you are feeling confident before your first dive.
How do you get a SSI Specialty Diver rating?
SSI’s intermediate diver rating is higher than any other agency’s advanced courses. To earn the certification for Specialty Diver, you must complete 2 specialty courses and have done a total of 12 dives.
What do you need to be a divemaster?
Divemaster is the first professional-level course. You must be at least 18 years old, with the PADI Rescue Diver course (or equivalent). You must have CPR/first aid and secondary care training in the last 24 months, with a minimum of 40 logged dives.
How deep can you go with advanced open water?
Remember that the PADI advanced open water depth is max 30 meters or 100 feet. You should not dive beyond this point without any further and specific deep dive training.
How deep can you dive with open water SSI?
OPEN WATER DIVER 450 USD
| Minimum Age: | 10 |
|---|---|
| Academic Sessions: | Online Program |
| Pool/Confined Water Sessions: | 6 |
| Open Water Dives: | 4 |
| Maximum Training Depth: | 18 meters / 60 feet (age 15+) |
Where to scuba dive in Koh Lanta Island?
We regularly visit the world famous Hin Daeng & Hin Muang, Koh Haa, Koh Bida , the Phi Phi Island group, HTMS Klet Kaew Ship Wreck, Koh Rok and Southern Islands Many sites also offer excellent snorkelling opportunities such as Ko Ha, Ko Bida, Koh PP, Ko Rok and Southern Islands Trips.
Do you need SSI for go dive Lanta?
Go Dive Lanta also offers SSI Online Training and PADI e-Learning. Go Dive Lanta is a one stop dive shop so please take a look at our one day diving trips or diving package. We have a package to suit everyone from the dedicated diver to the more laid back holiday diver.
How long has Lanta diver been in Thailand?
Lanta Diver has been operating since 1999 so we do have a lot of knowledge about diving around Koh Lanta and the best dive sites around the archipelago of the Andaman sea – the best scuba diving in Thailand. Lanta Diver’s goal is to run a Dive center where service, standards and safety reach above expectations.
