SSI Decompression Diving

You will learn to plan and conduct dives to a maximum depth of 40 meters with limited decompression using your recreational total diving system and a single decompression cylinder. You will learn and practice how to effectively use your dive computer features, including switching gases, gas integration, time-to-reserve, and time-to-surface. Using these computer functions will become second nature, enabling you to safely conduct dives with limited decompression without hours of dive planning.

Upon completion, you will earn the SSI Decompression Diving Specialty certification and be able to explore stunning deep dive sites or larger wrecks without being restricted by the traditional no-decompression limits. The opportunities to expand your diving adventures have just got bigger!

Facts and Training Standards

Amount of Academic Sessions: 4
Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 1
Amount of Open Water Sessions: 3
Maximum Training Depth: 40 m / 130 ft
Suggested duration (h): 15-20
Certification Prerequisites: Open Water Diver certification, Deep Diving certification, Enriched Air Nitrox 40 certification, Minimum 24 logged dives

Each of our Specialty Programs is based on our  diver diamond methodology. Diver Diamond is the cornerstone of the SSI educational system. It emphasizes the critical components of a great scuba education program: Proper knowledge, Proper Skills, Proper Equipment and Proper Experience. The diver diamond is the foundation for the Ultimate Dive Experience.