There are several organizations that offer Scuba Diving Certifications- SSI - Scuba Schools International, NASDS - National Association of Scuba Diving Schools, NAUI - National Association of Underwater Instructors, PADI - Professional Association of Diving Instrutors, SDI - Scuba Diving International, TDI - Technical Diving International. Check with our Scuba Directory to find a dive center near you.
To receive your Scuba Diving Certifications you must complete three phases to complete the course. First stage is the written portion. You can take this over the internet. The fee is $120 nonrefundable. This fee covers your Knowledge development training plus an electronic version of the Padi Open Water Manual (Course Text Book). The next phase is the inwater course usually taken at your local dive shop. Their price varies depending on what each dive shop charges. Also Fins, Snorkel, and Mask are mandatory. The final phase is the open dive this is usually taken in Florida or the Caribbean. Trips can also be found in our Scuba Directory. A dive instructor must be present. A recreational dive planner is also necessary (includes log book and table).
You must complete a medical statement before any inwater training. Download the 'Medical Statement' form here. This information is confidential and, because it identifies medical conditions
that may be affected by diving, it is vital that you are complete and accurate. If any of the conditions apply to you, you will need to consult with a physician and receive written clearance before any inwater training. Your instructor will be able to help you with this step if it is necessary. Also local regulations or laws in some areas require all prospective scuba divers to receive medical clearance. If you require a physician’s approval for diving, you may print the medical statement, complete it and take it to your physician for approval. Take this completed form (including physician's signature if necessary) with you when you visit your PADI Dive Center or Resort to schedule your dives. Contact your PADI Dive Center or Resort if you have questions about the form.When you visit your chosen facility you’ll also complete a liability release or acknowledgement form stating you understand the risks of diving and agree to assume those risks. In addition, you’ll also need to complete a PADI Standard Safe Diving Practices Statement of Understanding . This outlines safe dive practices and reminds you of your responsibility to follow them while diving. The PADI Open Water Diver course online allows you to complete the knowledge development portion of your course on your own time. You'll have one year to complete the entire program and you'll have unlimited access to the PADI Open Water Diver Manual online for reference both during and after the course.
Because of various laws and regulations governing children and the internet, you must be at least 13 years old to participate in the PADI Open Water Diver Course online Certifications. If you are at least 10 years old, you can still become a diver, but you must visit a PADI Dive Center or Resort to begin your training.
NASDS - National Association of Scuba Diving Schools, NAUI - National Association of Underwater Instructors, PADI - Professional Association of Diving Instrutors, SDI - Scuba Diving International, TDI - Technical Diving International. Check with our 
Also Fins, Snorkel, and Mask are mandatory. The final phase is the open dive this is usually taken in Florida or the Caribbean. Trips can also be found in our 
The PADI Open Water Diver course online allows you to complete the knowledge development portion of your course on your own time. You'll have one year to complete the entire program and you'll have unlimited access to the PADI Open Water Diver Manual online for reference both during and after the course.
