SSI Beginner Courses Overview

Course Minimum age Content / Sessions Max depth Duration Prerequisites
Try Scuba 8 yrs 1 academic session; 1 confined-water session 5 m Short (these two sessions) No certification; basic swimming skills
Scuba Diver 10 yrs 3 academic; 2 confined-water; 2 open-water dives 12 m Approx. 10–16 hours Basic swimming; no prior certification
Open Water Diver 10 yrs 6 academic; 6 confined-water; 4 open-water dives 18 m Approx. 16–32 hours Basic swimming; no prior certification