THE PADI SYSTEM OF EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATION
There are a number of diving certification agencys worldwide including SSI, NAUI, CMAS, BSAC, and numerous others. However here we give an overview of the PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) system of diver education as it is the most widely taught training system worldwide with educational materials in many languages. It allows anyone from the age of 8 to experience the thrills of the underwater world.
SPECIALTY COURSES
Once you have learned the basic mechanics of SCUBA then a whole world of Diving possibilities will open up before you! A huge variety of specialty courses are available that give you specific knowledge in varying areas. These are quick and fun to do and allow you to learn about those areas of diving that interest you the most. Almost all can be done in a single day with some requiring two and there is always something new for you to learn if you wish.The Education Flowchart above will give you an idea of the range available.
Professional Diving
If you are interested in becoming a Diving Instructor from whatever your present qualification then contact us with our quick form. Simply let us know your requirements and the dates and we will supply you with information for the package that best suits you.Welcome to the lifestyle of a Professional Diving Instructor . . .
Dive Insurance
It is advisable to be insured as a recreational diver. As an Instructor or Divemaster it is usually mandatory. Standard medical insurance is unlikely to cover evacuation costs or re-compression treatment in the unlikely event of an accident. We supply you with an easy way of getting dive insurance quickly on-line at very affordable rates.
Don't take the chance with policies available at such low premiums - get insured today . . .
Dive Safety
Diving is statistically a very safe sport. You are far less likely to have an accident or sustain an injury compared to many other activities. However in the unlikely event of an incident Thailand has professionally operated recompression chambers as well as many excellent medical facilities.To minimize the chances of anything untoward happening read our dive safety tips . . .
