A introductory course for those who are interested in diving is a great option. A buceo, or baptism of the water, is this course is great for people with no diving experience and those with short time. The course can be completed at 12 metres. However, you will need to have a qualified instructor. If you want to take more classes, you can upgrade your certification to Rescue or Advanced open water.
PADI Scuba Diver
There are many PADI Scuba Diver Course Levels. For those who are just beginning, the introductory course is a good starting point. Once they have achieved certain levels of competence, they can move on to a higher level. The PADI Scuba Diver course consists of 14 modules, which are broken into three sections. The course typically lasts for three days. However, it can be upgraded in as little a 1/1.5 day. This course is very popular and allows you to dive up to 18 metres.
Open water diving for advanced divers
Advanced open water divers are those who have completed an Open Water Diver Course and have obtained an AOW certification. AOW divers are able to dive at deeper depths than the recommended 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 to an AOW certificate. Listed below are the differences between these levels. You can read more about these levels by reading on.
Rescue diver
There are three levels for Rescue Diver certifications: technical, recreational, or dive leader. International Standards Organisations (ISO) set the standards for these levels. This training is based on BS EN14413-2:2004 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 are also certified to instruct rescue and lead other divers in open sea.
Cave-1 class
For a cave diver certification program, you will need to have at least 40 hours of instruction and experience. This course covers the basics of cave diving, standard procedures, emergency procedures, as well as information about the dangers and challenges that the environment presents. During the cave course, students are assessed on their skills through two sections: academics as well as water-based exercises. The students must pass a quiz, take an exam, and prove their skill and proficiency. The cave diving course requires that the student complete a manual.
Master Scuba Diver
Master Scuba Diver certification can be obtained in five levels. The first level is the Open Water dive, which is where you learn how to dive, and manage yourself and your scuba gear. You can choose electives from the next two levels. As a Master Scuba Diving Diver, you are allowed to dive with certified others. You also get a 10% discount on all five courses if you reach this level.