Courses

Specialty Classes

Classified Diving The SSI Classified Diving program provides adaptive training to students with limited mobility and/or sensory disorders, allowing them to obtain Open Water Certification by diving with one or more Classified Dive Buddies or a Classified Dive Professional. Through this program, individuals with disabilities or limi... Find Out More

Computer Diving Unlock the full potential of your dive computer! Maximize your safety and dive efficiency with our Computer Diving Course, designed to teach divers how to effectively use dive computers and integrate them into their diving practice. Whether you're a recreational diver looking to enhance your dive planning or a... Find Out More

Decompression Diving The SSI Decompression Diving Specialty will teach you how to dive beyond the no-decompression limits. Find Out More

Deep Diving Take your diving skills to the next level with our Deep Diving Certification! This course is designed for certified divers who want to safely explore deeper dive sites and unlock new underwater adventures. Whether you're aiming to dive to greater depths of ecperience more challenging environments, this certificatio... Find Out More

Dive Guide The Dive Guide program is the first step on an exciting journey to becoming a Dive Professional! Learn to safely lead certified divers in various environments and conditions. By giving dive briefings, doing site evaluations, and leading dives, you will become a confident Dive Guide in no time. Begin your divi... Find Out More

Drysuit Diving Make diving a year-round activity by using a dry suit. The Drysuit diving class will teach you how to select and properly use your personally fitted dry suit. Find Out More

Enriched Air Nitrox Maximize your dive time and reduce fatigue with out Nitrox certification! This course is perfect for divers who want to extend their bottom time and dive more efficiently by using enriched air (nitrox) - a breathing mix with a higher percentage of oxygen and lower percentage of nitrogen than regular air. Find Out More

Equipment Techniques Choosing and buying your dive equipment is one of the biggest and most important investments you will make as a diver, but it is easy to get it a bit wrong. We want you to choose the right dive kit for your needs and know how to look after it properly. With the right knowledge, you can get the most from your investment... Find Out More

Full Face Mask ​The SSI Full Face Mask Diver specialty course is designed to introduce you to the skills used in diving with a full-face mask. This class will include both academic and hands-on, in-water sessions. Find Out More

Gas Blender Nitrox/TriMix This program teaches the skills and concepts required to safely blend nitrox and helium-based trimix blends for mixed-gas diving. This is a non-diving program that is open to certified and uncertified divers, and teaches the mathematics, physics and techniques required to safely blend breathing gases. You will earn the... Find Out More

Ice Diving Experience the thrill of diving in one of the most unique and challenging environments on Earth! Our Ice Diving Course is designed for experienced divers who want to explore the breathtaking world beneath frozen lakes and rivers in a safe and controlled setting. In this specialized course, you will learn the essential ... Find Out More

Independent Diving Take your diving skills to the next level with our Independent Diving Course. This course is designed for experienced divers who wish to dive solo or without a guide, while maintaining a strong understanding of safety, planning, and self-sufficiency in the water. Our Independent Diving Course teaches you the essenti... Find Out More

Navigation In this specialty program, you will gain the advanced skills and knowledge you need to safely and confidently navigate underwater. You will learn how to use a compass and natural navigation techniques, estimate distance, how to leave and return to a designated point, plus basic navigation patterns. You will also be tau... Find Out More

Night and Limited Visibility Just because the visibility is limited doesn’t mean the opportunities have to be! This program is filled with information about planning and conducting night and limited visibility dives. Learn how to be safe and have fun in these challenging environments! While diving at night you can discover a differ... Find Out More

Nudibranch Ecology Step into the mesmerizing underwater world of nudibranchs, nature’s living art forms. This unique, interactive ecology class delves into the biology, behavior, and environmental importance of these colorful sea slugs, exploring how they thrive in their delicate marine ecosystems. Participants will gain a deeper u... Find Out More

Perfect Buoyancy Do you want to increase your buoyancy control, minimize your breathing gas consumption, or move effortlessly above the ocean floor? Find Out More

Photo and Video Capture the beauty of the underwater world and take your diving skills to a creative new level with our Photo Diver Pathway! This exciting pathway is designed for divers who want to combine their passion for scuba diving with the art of underwater photography. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced diver, th... Find Out More

React Right React Right is a CPR, AED, O2, and First Aid course. It is mainly focused on diving emergencies and how to handle them. Find Out More

Science of Diving Earning your Open Water Diver Certification opens up a new underwater world, filled with opportunities to learn about physics, physiology, and chemistry, and how they affect the human body while scuba diving. Your education does not have to end with your entry-level certification! The training provided in the SSI Scien... Find Out More

Search and Recovery You will be taught how to use search patterns, specialized dive plans, and equipment such as lift bags, lines, and reels. Find Out More

Stress and Rescue How to prevent accidents and be taught practical techniques to conduct rescues and provide emergency care. Find Out More

Weed Control Diver This course is designed in collaboration with the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NHDES) and NAUI to develop the knowledge and skills needed to help combat variable milfoil in New Hampshire. You will learn about and earn a NAUI Certification* approved by NHDES in weed control methods and how to... Find Out More

Wreck Diving/Advanced Wreck Diving Are you ready to dive into the past? Our Wreck Diving Course offers a unique opportunity to explore the captivating world of sunken ships, airplanes, and other historical artifacts lying beneath the surface.  This course is designed for experienced divers who are ready to take their skills to the next level. Yo... Find Out More

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