Continue your dive adventure with a Scuba Skills Update It is easy for dive skills to get rusty and to lose confidence when you have not dived for a while. With the SSI Scuba Skills Update, we will get you back in the water and diving with ease in no time. This scuba refresher course allows you to review and practice scuba skills you learned in your Open Water Diver program, under the guidance of an SSI Professional. This is a great course to take just before a dive holiday, so you spend less time worrying about your skills and more time admiring the marine life. If you are a non-certified Open Water Diver student, a Scuba Skills Update is ideal for practicing your dive skills before your open water training dives. With no fixed course duration, you can take your time and focus on the skills you need help with. Discover Local Course Dates Whether you’re on the move or planning ahead, we’ve got you covered. Never miss out on exciting training opportunities and register with ease. Facts and Training Standards Minimum Age 10Amount of Academic Sessions 5Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions 1Maximum Training Depth 5 m / 15 ftSuggested duration (h) 2-3Certification Prerequisites No certification prerequisites, Open Water Diver certificationSSI Standards Languages Português (Brazil) 简体字 Nederlands English English US (imperial) Français Deutsch ελληνικά Italiano 日本語 한국어 Polski Português (Portugal) Русский Español Svenska Türkçe українська мова Scuba refresher course to review and practice scuba skills Here are the benefits you can expect from attending this training program: Get back in diving with ease under the guidance of an SSI Professional No fixed course duration to focus on the skills you need help with Spend less time worrying about your skills before holiday Continue your Training Proper scuba diving skills and experience are your tickets to dive the world’s best dive sites. When you complete a certain number of Specialty Programs and Logged Dives, you will also automatically earn the SSI Recognition Ratings – SSI Specialty Diver, SSI Advanced Open Water Diver and SSI Master Diver. Start your SSI Specialty training right away and earn recognition as you become a safer and more comfortable diver! Open Water DiverBegin your lifelong adventure as a certified diver with the globally recognized SSI Open Water Diver certification.10Minimum Age16-32Suggested duration (h)4Open Water SessionsEnriched Air NitroxExtend your dive time, shorten your surface intervals and spend more time exploring the dive sites you love, with the SSI Enriched Air Nitrox Specialty certification program.10Minimum Age3-6Suggested duration (h)Perfect BuoyancyThe SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty is the best way to improve your body position for relaxed dives, lower your air consumption and increase your bottom times. Take control of your enjoyment. Start online now!10Minimum Age5-10Suggested duration (h) More Information Training Prerequisites SSI Entry-Level Programs – Open Water Diver, Freediver, or Mermaid require students to complete a water fitness evaluation prior to open water training. The goal of this evaluation is to determine a comfort level baseline consisting of: Swim Assessment Survival Float Technical Requirements To start training, students must create a MySSI profile. This can either be done via the SSI website at www.divessi.com/register or by installing the MySSI App. Simply download the app for either iOS or Android, set up the user profile, and access the world of diving in minutes! The MySSI App safely stores everything in one place, online or offline – training materials, logbook, and certification cards. This includes Recreational Scuba, Extended Range, Freediving and Mermaid. Training Center Selection & Affiliation Every student must select an SSI Training Center as their “Training Partner” during the course registration process. Affiliation ensures personalized service and a high-quality training experience. Students can also change affiliation or choose to affiliate with multiple Training Centers in their user profile. When affiliating with a Training Center online or via the MySSI App, a Privacy Policy Agreement will be processed to comply with GDPR regulations. Medical & Administrative Requirements Each student or candidate must complete the required SSI Training Record Forms prior to participating in any SSI training program. The forms for minors must be reviewed and signed by a parent or guardian. Responsible Diver Code SSI Responsible Diver Code - Scuba DivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - FreedivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - Extended Range Diving Diver Medical Statement & Questionnaire or Physician’s Approval to Dive (where required) Training Assumption of Risk, Liability Release, & Liability Release, & Hold Harmless Agreement (where required / not applicable within the European Union) Program-specific Completion Record (done by the Instructor prior to certification) Training Course Costs Training consists of various components which are either charged singly or as a package depending on the selected Training Center. The components are: Training Materials / Digital Kit Tuition for Academics and In-Water Training Open Water Training Dives Certification Discover the wonders of the deep with SSI's blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. Check out MyDiveGuide; a unique dive site database of more than 10,000 dive sites, including wildlife maps and specialist dives. Find top destinations for your training level and start scuba diving today. 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This country offers many adventures and a landscape full of natural wonders.Learn more © iStock-LunamarinaFloridaThe Sunshine State Florida offers many great and divers dive sites from the tropical Florida Keys to deep shipwrecks and crystal clear freshwater springs.Learn more © iStock/tawatchaiprakobkitIndonesiaIndonesia is considered one of the best diving destinations in the world with more than 17,500 islands distributed over 5,000 kilometers.Learn more © iStock/narvikkEgyptThe Arab Republic of Egypt is a country that sits in the Northeast corner of Africa on the Mediterranean Sea to its north and the Red Sea to its east.Learn more © iStock/saiko3ThailandThailand, The Land of Smiles, is a joy to explore, from the friendly locals to the dazzling scenery and offers some of the best diving in the world.Learn more