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SDI’s philosophy is to take recreational scuba diving to new levels, enhancing older – maybe even outdated - diving practices by incorporating new diving technology and emphasizing safety.<ref name="PADI versus SDI" /> The curriculum is set up to take divers from the beginner level to instructor level and structures its courses around a logged dive and specialty course approach.<ref name="Technical Divers International/Scuba Divers International" /> Divers who progress through SDI’s [[recreational diving]] courses are then in a position to advance to [[technical diving]] with the courses offered by [[Technical Diving International]].<ref name="PADI versus SDI" /> |
SDI’s philosophy is to take recreational scuba diving to new levels, enhancing older – maybe even outdated - diving practices by incorporating new diving technology and emphasizing safety.<ref name="PADI versus SDI" /> The curriculum is set up to take divers from the beginner level to instructor level and structures its courses around a logged dive and specialty course approach.<ref name="Technical Divers International/Scuba Divers International" /> Divers who progress through SDI’s [[recreational diving]] courses are then in a position to advance to [[technical diving]] with the courses offered by [[Technical Diving International]].<ref name="PADI versus SDI" /> |
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==Training== |
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Like [[Technical Diving International|TDI]] and ERDI (the two sister companies of SDI), handle technical diving courses and emergency personnel courses respectively, SDI covers the recreational aspect of diving by offering the following courses:<ref>http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/</ref> |
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'''Experience the Underwater World''' |
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SDI is the only diver training agency that requires students to have access to a modern [[dive computer]] on all dives during training from the very start.<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.tdisdi.com/index.php?did=2&site=3|title=Who is SDI? |publisher=Scuba Diving International| accessdate=2007-10-17}}</ref>{{link broken|date=July 2012}} |
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[[Scuba diving]] is a dangerous undertaking for those who do not have the proper training. All beginners should start with basic training before going out on dives, no matter how safe they may have been deemed by others. Not only does diving require a considerable amount of physical fitness, there is a certain amount of mental preparedness that must take place before one begins diving.<ref name="Beginners" /> That being said, a variety of beginner diving courses are available for students who are eager to learn. |
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SDI is also unusual amongst recreational diver training organisations in that it recognises [[solo diving]] as part of recreational diving, and offers a special training course relating to it.<ref>{{cite web| url=http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/Solo-Diver-Course/|title=Solo Diver Course|publisher=Scuba Diving International| accessdate=2012-07-11}}</ref> Most major recreational diver training organisations mandate diving with a "[[Buddy diving|buddy]]" at all times. SDI was the first recreational diver training agency to provide certification as Solo Diver.{{citation needed|date=July 2012}} |
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Classes will start in a classroom environment. Here, students will learn about the theories and techniques behind [[scuba diving]], as well as the gear and equipment involved, which includes [[Diving mask|diving masks]], weights and weight belts, power whistles, dive watches, [[Snorkeling|snorkels]], exposure suites, [[Dive computer|dive computers]] and more.<ref name="Beginners" /> |
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===Entry Level Courses=== |
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When the theory has been mastered, students will move on to practical learning in a pool or other confined water environment. This technique allows divers to gain hands-on learning experience in a safe, controlled environment. Only once the diver is cleared by a dive master will he be able to move on to the open water.<ref name="Beginners" /> |
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These courses are meant for people interested in taking the first steps towards SCUBA diving:<ref>http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/experience-the-underwater-world/</ref> |
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* ''Future Buddies Program'' - A course designed to provide children between the ages of 8 & 9 an introduction to scuba diving in a controlled environment under the direct supervision of an instructor.Once the future buddy turns 10 they can enroll in the SDI Junior Open Water Diver course. |
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SDI has a number of beginner courses available, including: |
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* ''Scuba Discovery Program'' - An introductory program to scuba diving, for people who are not sure they want to proceed with a full scuba course and certification. |
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* Future Buddies Program (Children 8-9) |
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* ''Open Water Scuba Diver Course'' - Entry-level certification to scuba diving |
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* Scuba Discover |
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* ''Skin Diver Course'' - A skin diving course. |
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* Learn to [[Snorkeling|Snorkel]] |
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* Open Water Scuba Diver certification course |
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===Specialty Courses=== |
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'''Expand Your Diving Skills''' |
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These courses are for already certified divers, independent of their skill level, that are interested in expanding their knowledge on a specific area of interest:<ref name="advanced">http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/expand-your-diving-skills/</ref> |
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* ''Advanced Adventure Diver'' |
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Once [[Recreational diving|recreational divers]] become certified for open water diving, they often further their training in dive gear, advanced diving techniques, more complex dive situations, or diving for purposes other than recreation. |
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* ''Advanced Buoyancy'' |
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* ''Altitude Diver'' |
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* ''Boat Diver'' |
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* ''Computer Diver'' |
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* ''Computer Nitrox Diver'' |
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* ''CPROX Administrator Course'' |
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* ''CPR1st Administrator Course'' |
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* ''Deep Diver'' |
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* ''Diver Propulsion Vehicle'' |
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* ''Drift Diver'' |
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* ''Dry Suit Diver'' |
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* ''Equipment Specialist'' |
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* ''Inactive Diver Program'' |
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* ''Full Face Mask Diver Specialty'' |
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* ''Ice Diver'' |
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* ''Marine Ecosystems Awareness'' |
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* ''Night- Limited Visibility Diver'' |
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* ''Research Diver'' |
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* ''Search & Recovery Diver'' |
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* ''Shore/Beach Diver'' |
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* ''Sidemount Diver'' |
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* ''Underwater Hunter & Collector'' |
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* ''Underwater Navigation'' |
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* ''Underwater Photography'' |
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* ''Underwater Video'' |
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* ''Visual Inspection Procedures'' |
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* ''Wreck Diver'' |
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===Advanced Courses=== |
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''Dive Gear'' |
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These courses are for already certified divers, wishing to further progress on their certification level:<ref name="advanced"/> |
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* ''Solo Diver Course'' - One of SDI’s most popular courses, the solo diver program teaches experienced recreational divers how to safely dive independently of a dive buddy or strengthen your buddy team skills. This course so far is not offered by any other Underwater diving training organization. |
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As novice divers gain experience and become intermediate divers, they will often seek training in gear that may have previously been handled by the dive master. For example, they may learn about [[Dive computer|dive computers]], which provide an alternative to decompression tables, calculating depth and time of the diver while diving.<ref name="Best Dive Computer" /> Also, those who wish to dive in colder waters require [[Dry suit|dry suits]], but to use a dry suit properly, divers should enroll in a specialty course.<ref name="Dry Suits" /> |
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* ''Advanced Diver Development Program'' - The aim of this program is to experience four different specialties to improve your comfort level and skills in the water. To advance to this level you also need 25 logged dives (including training dives). |
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* ''Rescue Diver Course'' - This course is designed for certified Advanced Divers to develop their knowledge and necessary skills to perform self rescues, buddy rescues and to assist and administer necessary first aid. (This is not a course for professional rescue divers. Such courses are offered by ERDI. A sister company of TDI and SDI) |
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* ''Master Scuba Diver Development Program'' - This certification is awarded to certified Rescue Divers that have logged 50 dives. |
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===Professional Courses=== |
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SDI offers specialty courses for dive gear, including: |
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The courses below are considered professional courses as they involve training other divers:<ref>http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/educate-future-divers/</ref> |
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* Computer Diver |
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* Computer [[Nitrox]] Diver |
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* Diver Propulsion Vehicle |
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* [[Dry Suit]] Diver |
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* Equipment Specialist |
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* Full Face Mask Diver Specialty |
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* ''Divemaster Course'' |
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''Dive Techniques'' |
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* ''Assistant Instructor Course'' |
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* ''Instructor Course'' |
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More experienced divers frequently move on to more advanced techniques. For example, [[altitude diving]], which includes dives at elevations of 1,000 feet or higher.<ref name="Altitude Diving" /> They may also consider [[sidemount]] diving, which involves separating the twin dive cylinders and placing one on either side of the diver’s body, rather than having both of them on the back.<ref name="Sidemount Diving" /> This technique can alleviate pain while allowing divers to conserve air. |
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* ''Specialty Instructor'' |
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* ''IT Staff Instructor Qualifications'' |
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Finally, divers love documenting the beauty they observe under the sea to share with others. Thus, they seek out courses on [[underwater photography]] and videography. Novices often choose to enroll in courses to learn about the proper equipment, lighting and techniques to capture stunning images and footage.<ref name="Underwater Photography" /> |
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* ''Instructor Trainer Qualifications'' |
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* ''Online Instructor Crossover System'' - A program for Instructors who are current with another recognized scuba certification agency to crossover to Scuba Diving International (SDI). |
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Dive Technique classes offered by SDI: |
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* Advanced Buoyancy |
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* [[Sidemount]] Diving |
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* [[Altitude diving|Altitude Diver]] |
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''Complex Dive Situations'' |
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Though [[scuba diving]] is thrilling on its own, more experienced divers opt to tackle more challenging dive situations such as [[night diving]], [[ice diving]], and [[wreck diving]], among others. Diving at night can allow the diver to experience an underwater world that he would not see during the day, but this comes with an added danger that requires special preparation.<ref name="Night Diving" /> Ice diving is a rewarding experience, but is an extreme diving situation, not only due to the freezing temperatures, but to the closed environment imposed by the ice, allowing limited entry and exit points.<ref name="Ice Divers" /> Therefore, those wishing to experience ice diving must have special training for these difficult conditions. Wreck diving includes dives to sites that feature the obvious boat, ship and submarine wrecks, but can also include airplane and automobile wrecks as well.<ref name="Wreck Diving" /> Wreck diving involves more risk than traditional reef diving, and thus requires special training.<ref name="Wreck Diving" /> |
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Courses for complex diving situations offered by SDI include: |
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* Shore/Beach Diver |
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* Boat Diver |
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* Advanced Adventure Diver |
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* Drift Diver |
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* Night –Limited Visibility Diver |
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* Ice Diver |
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* Deep Diver |
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* Wreck Diver |
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''Scientific Diving Courses'' |
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As divers advance, their interest in diving surpasses basic diving techniques. Luckily, divers have a wealth of options with scientific courses. |
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First, divers may opt to become administrators. Dive administrators are responsible for assisting and coordinating divers and instructors, as well as the purchase and coordination of necessary dive equipment. Training is often necessary for this leadership position. |
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Applications of research diving can range from [[underwater archaeology]] to [[marine biology]].<ref name="Research Diving" /> Dive researchers require special training for the proper documentation of findings and collection of samples, as well as for other research techniques.<ref name="Scientific Scuba" /> |
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Non-Recreational Dive Courses offered by SDI: |
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* CPROX Administrator Course |
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* CPR1st Administrator Course |
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* Marine Ecosystems Awareness |
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* Research Diver |
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* Search & Recovery Diver |
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* Underwater Hunter & Collector |
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'''Educate Future Divers''' |
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As divers’ scuba careers advance, many wish to educate others by becoming diving instructors. For divers to qualify, they first must have proof of having passed both introductory diving courses as well as more advanced open water courses. Divers will also be subject to both written and practical exams. Finally, additional courses from qualified dive schools are necessary to attain the proper credentials. |
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Dive Instructor Courses Offered by SDI: |
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* Divemaster Course |
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* Assistant Instructor Course |
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* Instructor Course |
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* Specialty Instructor |
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* IT Staff Instructor Qualifications |
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* Instructor Trainer Qualifications |
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==Affiliations== |
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SCUBA Diving International is the sister company of [[Technical Diving International]], which focuses on the technical side of recreational diving, as well as Emergency Response Diving International, the company's [[public safety diving]] branch.<ref name="Scuba Certification Agencies" /> |
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==See also== |
==See also== |
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<ref name="PADI versus SDI">{{cite web |url=http://www.scubatravel.co.uk/training/padivsdi.html |title=PADI versus SDI: Differences, Benefits and Drawbacks |accessdate=10 July 2012}}</ref> |
<ref name="PADI versus SDI">{{cite web |url=http://www.scubatravel.co.uk/training/padivsdi.html |title=PADI versus SDI: Differences, Benefits and Drawbacks |accessdate=10 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Technical Divers International/Scuba Divers International">{{cite web |url=http://www.divernet.com/other_diving_topics/160487/technical_divers_internationalscuba_divers_international.html |title=Technical Divers International/Scuba Divers International |accessdate=10 July 2012}}</ref> |
<ref name="Technical Divers International/Scuba Divers International">{{cite web |url=http://www.divernet.com/other_diving_topics/160487/technical_divers_internationalscuba_divers_international.html |title=Technical Divers International/Scuba Divers International |accessdate=10 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Beginners">{{cite web |url=http://www.diveandgo.com/en/theme/beginner-courses |title=Scuba Diving for Beginners |accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Best Dive Computer">{{cite web |url=http://diving.newarchaeology.com/dive-computer.php |title=Best Dive Computer |accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Dry Suits">{{cite web |url=http://www.scuba.com/scuba-gear/Dry-Suits.html |title=Dry Suits |accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Altitude Diving">{{cite web |url=http://www.8thelementdiving.com/scuba_math/altitude.php |title=Altitude Diving: Understanding the Tables|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Sidemount Diving">{{cite web |url=http://www.simplysidemount.com/About-Sidemount |title=About Sidemount Diving|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Underwater Photography">{{cite web |url=http://www.uwphotographyguide.com/underwater-photography-guide-beginners |title=Underwater Photography for Beginners|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Night Diving">{{cite web |url=http://scuba.about.com/od/nightdiving/a/whatnightdiving.htm |title=What is Night Diving?|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Ice Divers">{{cite web |url=http://www.environmentalgraffiti.com/featured/ice-divers-pushing-limits-human-endurance/9618 |title=The Ice Divers: Pushing the Limits of Human Endurance|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Wreck Diving">{{cite web |url=http://scuba.about.com/od/wreckdiving/a/whatwreckdiving.htm |title=What is Wreck Diving?|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Research Diving">{{cite web |url=http://www.fkcc.edu/academics/as-diving-research.da |title=Research Diving|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Scientific Scuba">{{cite web |url=http://www.thescubadivingplace.co.uk/news-det.asp?i=103640 |title=Benefits of scientific scuba diving explained by WHOI|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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<ref name="Scuba Certification Agencies">{{cite web |url=http://about-scuba-diving.com/links-for-scuba-diver/scuba-diving-certification-agencies-worldwide/cd3ead1ae882c49233f20a4098c81eab/?tx_ttnews[pointer]=3 |title=Scuba Diving Certification Agencies Worldwide|accessdate=24 July 2012}}</ref> |
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Revision as of 06:25, 25 July 2012
Abbreviation | SDI |
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Formation | 1999[1] | ,
Headquarters | Jensen Beach, Florida, ![]() |
Region served | Worldwide |
Affiliations | Technical Diving International (TDI), Emergency Response Diving International (ERDI) |
Website | http://www.tdisdi.com |
Scuba Diving International (SDI) is a SCUBA training and certification agency. It is the recreational arm of Technical Diving International, the world’s largest technical diver training organization.[2]
SDI is a member of The World Recreational Scuba Training Council.[3]
SDI History
SCUBA Diving International, launched in 1999, is the sister organization of Technical Diving International.[4] Thus, SDI was created by dive professionals from the technical diving field. This gives the organization a perspective that other recreational diving certification agencies don’t have, which is teaching recreational diving through the lens of experienced technical diving.[5]
SDI’s philosophy is to take recreational scuba diving to new levels, enhancing older – maybe even outdated - diving practices by incorporating new diving technology and emphasizing safety.[5] The curriculum is set up to take divers from the beginner level to instructor level and structures its courses around a logged dive and specialty course approach.[6] Divers who progress through SDI’s recreational diving courses are then in a position to advance to technical diving with the courses offered by Technical Diving International.[5]
Training
Like TDI and ERDI (the two sister companies of SDI), handle technical diving courses and emergency personnel courses respectively, SDI covers the recreational aspect of diving by offering the following courses:[7]
SDI is the only diver training agency that requires students to have access to a modern dive computer on all dives during training from the very start.[8][dead link]
SDI is also unusual amongst recreational diver training organisations in that it recognises solo diving as part of recreational diving, and offers a special training course relating to it.[9] Most major recreational diver training organisations mandate diving with a "buddy" at all times. SDI was the first recreational diver training agency to provide certification as Solo Diver.[citation needed]
Entry Level Courses
These courses are meant for people interested in taking the first steps towards SCUBA diving:[10]
- Future Buddies Program - A course designed to provide children between the ages of 8 & 9 an introduction to scuba diving in a controlled environment under the direct supervision of an instructor.Once the future buddy turns 10 they can enroll in the SDI Junior Open Water Diver course.
- Scuba Discovery Program - An introductory program to scuba diving, for people who are not sure they want to proceed with a full scuba course and certification.
- Open Water Scuba Diver Course - Entry-level certification to scuba diving
- Skin Diver Course - A skin diving course.
Specialty Courses
These courses are for already certified divers, independent of their skill level, that are interested in expanding their knowledge on a specific area of interest:[11]
- Advanced Adventure Diver
- Advanced Buoyancy
- Altitude Diver
- Boat Diver
- Computer Diver
- Computer Nitrox Diver
- CPROX Administrator Course
- CPR1st Administrator Course
- Deep Diver
- Diver Propulsion Vehicle
- Drift Diver
- Dry Suit Diver
- Equipment Specialist
- Inactive Diver Program
- Full Face Mask Diver Specialty
- Ice Diver
- Marine Ecosystems Awareness
- Night- Limited Visibility Diver
- Research Diver
- Search & Recovery Diver
- Shore/Beach Diver
- Sidemount Diver
- Underwater Hunter & Collector
- Underwater Navigation
- Underwater Photography
- Underwater Video
- Visual Inspection Procedures
- Wreck Diver
Advanced Courses
These courses are for already certified divers, wishing to further progress on their certification level:[11]
- Solo Diver Course - One of SDI’s most popular courses, the solo diver program teaches experienced recreational divers how to safely dive independently of a dive buddy or strengthen your buddy team skills. This course so far is not offered by any other Underwater diving training organization.
- Advanced Diver Development Program - The aim of this program is to experience four different specialties to improve your comfort level and skills in the water. To advance to this level you also need 25 logged dives (including training dives).
- Rescue Diver Course - This course is designed for certified Advanced Divers to develop their knowledge and necessary skills to perform self rescues, buddy rescues and to assist and administer necessary first aid. (This is not a course for professional rescue divers. Such courses are offered by ERDI. A sister company of TDI and SDI)
- Master Scuba Diver Development Program - This certification is awarded to certified Rescue Divers that have logged 50 dives.
Professional Courses
The courses below are considered professional courses as they involve training other divers:[12]
- Divemaster Course
- Assistant Instructor Course
- Instructor Course
- Specialty Instructor
- IT Staff Instructor Qualifications
- Instructor Trainer Qualifications
- Online Instructor Crossover System - A program for Instructors who are current with another recognized scuba certification agency to crossover to Scuba Diving International (SDI).
See also
References
- ^ http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/who-is-sdi/who-is-sdi/
- ^ "Learn About SDI". Scuba Diving International. Retrieved 2007-10-15.
- ^ "United States Agencies". World Recreational Scuba Training Council. Retrieved 2007-11-21.
- ^ "Technical Diving International (TDI)/Scuba Diving International (SDI)". Retrieved 10 July 2012.
- ^ a b c "PADI versus SDI: Differences, Benefits and Drawbacks". Retrieved 10 July 2012.
- ^ "Technical Divers International/Scuba Divers International". Retrieved 10 July 2012.
- ^ http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/
- ^ "Who is SDI?". Scuba Diving International. Retrieved 2007-10-17.
- ^ "Solo Diver Course". Scuba Diving International. Retrieved 2012-07-11.
- ^ http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/experience-the-underwater-world/
- ^ a b http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/expand-your-diving-skills/
- ^ http://www.tdisdi.com/wpsite/sdi/get-certified/educate-future-divers/
External links
- Scuba Diving International Official website