The SSI Dive Guide program provides candidates with the knowledge and training necessary to supervise and guide certified divers on non-commercial recreational scuba dives.
Have the following SSI certifications, an equivalent from a recognized training agency, or provide proof of experience by showing at least five (5) logged experience dives in each of the following areas:
Note | The candidate is not required to be certified in the applicable specialty if they provide proof of the experience dives and the instructor can verify the candidate’s ability to exhibit mastery of the skills required by the specialty.
- The number of classes, hours and sessions per day are set by the individual instructor, based on the candidate’s needs, ability and local water conditions.
- An active status SSI Dive Guide Instructor must directly supervise all academic, pool/confined water, and open water activities.
- Complete at least two (2) open water training dives as outlined in the instructor manual for Divemaster.
- Upon completion of all academic and in-water requirements, the SSI Professional may issue the program’s digital certification card.