An introductory course will help you get started in diving if your interest is not sparked by a specific topic. Also known as a buceo (or baptism in water), this course can be a great option for beginners or those who don't have much time. To begin diving at 12 metres or more, you'll need to be accompanied by a professional instructor. You can also upgrade to Advanced openwater or Rescue certification if you take any more classes.
PADI Scuba Diver
There are many PADI Scuba Diver course levels. Those who are just starting out can start with the introductory course and advance to a higher level once they've reached certain levels of competency. PADI Scuba Diver Course consists of 14 modules. These modules are divided into three sections. The course takes three days to complete, but you can also upgrade the course in as little at 1/1.5 days. This is the most well-known course and will permit you to dive up 18 meters.
Open water diving for advanced divers
Open water divers who have completed an Open Water Diver Course, and obtained an AOW certificate are called advanced open water divers. AOW divers can dive to depths greater than 60 feet. They can also learn buoyancy and air consumption. Advanced open water divers can also do specialty dives such as wreck diving. There are several levels of AOW certificates. Below are the differences between the levels. Continue reading to learn more about the different levels.
Rescue diver
There are three levels to your Rescue Diver certificate: the technical, recreational, and the dive leader. International Standards Organisation (ISO) sets the standards for these levels. The levels of this training are based on BS EN 14413-2:2004 and ISO 24801-1:2004, respectively. Level-one instructors can teach recreational divers, assess them up to level one, and plan and execute dives. They can also teach rescue techniques and guide other divers in open water.
Cave-1 class
An instructor must have minimum 40 hours of experience and academic instruction to be certified as a cave diver. The course content covers cave diving skills and procedures, emergency procedures, and information about the hazards and challenges in the environment. The cave course consists of two parts. One is academic and the other is water-based. Students are evaluated on their skills. They also must demonstrate their skills and proficiency by taking an exam and passing a quiz. Students will need to read and complete a cave diving manual.
Master Scuba Diver
Master Scuba Diver certification comes in five levels. The first level is the Open Water dive, which is where you learn how to dive, and manage yourself and your scuba gear. You can also choose electives at the next two levels. You can dive with other Master Scuba Divers as long as they are also certified. The Master Scuba Diver level comes with a 10% discount for the five courses.