About the Course PADI® Open Water Diver is the first scuba certification level. A highly-trained PADI Instructor will teach you how to scuba dive in a relaxed, supportive learning environment. By the end of the course, you'll have the skills and knowledge to dive at home or abroad and be an ambassador for the underwater world. What You'll Learn Be a confident and skilled diver Assemble and use scuba gear Manage your buoyancy Respectfully approach marine life Handle common problems Certification Requirements checklistPrerequisites Able to swim; medically fit for diving scheduleTime PADI eLearning: 5-10 hours Entire course: In as little as 2-4 days personAge 10 years or older ecg_heartHealth Good physical health waterDepth Expect shallow dives (12m/40ft), the maximum allowed depth is 18m/60ft How to Earn your Scuba Diving Certification Learn about scuba diving principles and terminology (either in-person or online), then learn basic scuba skills in a pool (or pool-like environment) with a highly trained PADI Instructor. When you're ready, make four dives in an open water environment (the ocean, a lake) with your instructor supporting you every step of the way. Step 1 PADI eLearning PADI eLearning makes it easy to fit scuba lessons into a busy schedule. Learn about scuba diving principles and terminology whenever, wherever it's convenient for you. It's your course on your time. Study offline, or online using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor whenever you have a question. eLearning time commitment: 5-10 hours Step 2 With Your Instructor ADDITIONAL COST: Your Dive Shop will charge fees for training and gear rental. Practice using scuba gear in a pool (or pool-like environment) until you're comfortable. PADI training includes practice "mini dives" to help you build confidence in your new abilities before making four dives in open water. Total time commitment: In as little as 2-4 days
