An introductory course will help you get started in diving if your interest is not sparked by a specific topic. This course, also known as a buceo or baptism of water, is great for beginners and those with limited time. A dive instructor is required to teach you how to dive at 12 metres and above. 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 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's course is comprised of 14 modules. The modules are broken 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 popular course in the world and will allow you to dive to 18 meters.
Advanced open water diver
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 further than the recommended depth of 60 feet. AOW divers can also work on buoyancy or air consumption. Advanced open water divers may also be able to perform specialty dives, such as wreck diving. There are many levels of AOW certifications. Listed below are the differences between these levels. For more information about these levels, please read on!
Rescue diver
There are three levels to your Rescue Diver certificate: the technical, recreational, and the dive leader. International Standards Organisations (ISO) set the standards for these levels. These levels are based on BS EN 140433-2:2004 and ISO 24801-1-2004. Instructors who are level-one can instruct recreational divers and assess their knowledge to the level of a diver. They also have the ability to plan and conduct dives. They can also teach rescue techniques and guide other divers in open water.
Cave-1 class
The minimum amount of experience required to become a cave diver certified instructor is 40 hours. 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 must also demonstrate their proficiency and skills by passing an exam. Students must complete the cave diving course manual.
Master Scuba Diver
There are five levels of the Master Scuba Diver diving certification. Open Water diving is the first level. This is where you will learn to dive and how to manage your scuba gear. You have the option to choose electives for the second and third levels. Master Scuba Divers have the option to dive alongside other divers, provided they are also certified. This level offers a 10% discount on five courses.