You might have looked into SSI's Enriched Air Nitrox or PADI's Enriched Air Diver courses if you are looking for online training to get your scuba diving certification. Perhaps you are wondering how to get started. This article will help you understand the differences and how to get started. Additionally, this article will discuss online nitrox certification.
PADI's Enriched Air Diver course
PADI Enriched Air Diver teaches students to safely plan and prepare enriched air dives. It is primarily computer-based, and the classroom portion typically takes an evening. The course is compatible with other PADI courses, including Open Water and Advanced Open Water Diver. This course includes Nitrox dives. However, you can also complete them yourself if you wish.
The course is delivered through interactive multimedia presentations and audio. These are easy to understand, retain, and use. There are short quizzes to test your progress. The course includes a Quick Review, a practical application session, two enriched air training dives, and pre-dive simulations. PADI recommends completing the eLearning part of the course at the least one year before diving with Nitrox.
SSI's Enriched Air Nitrox course
SSI's EnrichedAir Nitrox course is a great choice for divers who want to extend their bottom times and cut down on their surface intervals. This course covers gas theory and proper mixing of enrich air. It also covers how to mark your tank. Learn how to calculate the optimal enriched mix for your depth and plan your dives so that you make the most of enriched oxygen.
After completing an Open Water Diver or Advanced Open Water Diver course, SSI's EnrichedAir Nitrox course is an ongoing course that will provide you with the knowledge and skills to safely dive with enriched air. You'll also learn how to plan for future dives in order to reduce the likelihood of suffering from decompression sickness. After passing the exams, you'll be able to safely use the enriched oxygen cylinder.
Online learning options available for nitrox certification
Online or in a classroom setting, you can earn your enriched aviation certification. You will need a dive machine to complete the classroom course. The classroom portion will take around an afternoon or even evening to complete. It is possible for it to be combined with a PADI Open Water and Advanced Open Water course. If you have limited time you can sign up to private classes or make use of online learning resources. You can also complete the course online and complete the nitrox dives offline.
A dive computer, a diving cylinder and a manual are necessary for this course. An app that simulates an air enriched cylinder can be used to practice your skills if you have an online option. The EANx36 cylinder can be used in both a classroom setting and online eLearning courses. Students must be at least 12 years of age and must have a scuba computer to participate in the class.