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STEP 1:  DIVE GUIDE

DIVE GUIDE TEACHES YOU TO SUPERVISE AND LEAD CERTIFIED DIVERS, BOTH ABOVE AND BELOW THE WATER

STEP 2:  DIVE MASTER

This program provides the skills, concepts, and teaching experience required to become an effective SSI Assistant Instructor/Dive Control Specialist. You will learn the SSI Teaching System and philosophy, how to assist with Open Water Diver programs, and how to independently teach a variety of SSI training programs. Candidates who complete this program earn the SSI Assistant Instructor/Dive Control Specialist certification.

THE SSI OPEN WATER INSTRUCTOR HAS THE MOST IMPORTANT JOB IN THE ENTIRE DIVE INDUSTRY - CERTIFYING NEW DIVERS, AND ENSURING THEY HAVE AN AMAZING LEARNING EXPERIENCE.

STEP 3:  INSTRUCTOR

This program provides candidates with the knowledge, concepts and training necessary to organize and conduct entry-level scuba training courses. Candidates will learn the SSI Teaching System and philosophy, and how to effectively teach and evaluate Open Water Diver students. It will also prepare the candidate for their Instructor Evaluation. Candidates who complete this program and the Instructor Evaluation earn the SSI Open Water Instructor certification.

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