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Open Water Diver
1Elearning
2Scuba Orientation Lecture
3Pool One - Scuba Orientation
4Pool Two - Scuba Skills
5Pool Three - Open Water Skills
6Dives One and Two
7Dives Three and Four
Facts and Training Standards
| Minimum Age | 10 |
| Amount of Academic Hours | 6 |
| Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions | 6 |
| Minimum Open Water Sessions | 4 |
| Maximum Training Depth | 18 m / 60 ft |
| Suggested duration (h) | 16–32 |
| Certification Prerequisites | — |
| Reference Url | https://www.divessi.com/en/get-certified/scuba-diving/open-water-diver |
This is the foundational scuba certification course that teaches you how to plan and conduct open water dives safely. Training covers dive theory, equipment setup, buoyancy control, problem management, and real-world diving skills. Upon completion, you'll be qualified to dive independently with a buddy within recreational limits.
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