The PADI Scuba Diver course at Ecodive Vietnam is perfect for those short on time or not ready for the full Open Water course. It offers a basic certification that allows you to dive under professional supervision and is an ideal next step after the Discover Scuba Diving program.
Before signing up please check the DIVERS MEDICAL QUESTIONNAIRE
Important: after two dives or more over a single day you must wait 18 hours minimum before flying!
Certification Requirements
To enroll into a Scuba Diver course (or Junior Scuba Diver) you must be 10 years old or older, able to swim and in good physical health
What you'll learn
All the basics of scuba diving through knowledge development, a set of scuba skills in the pool that you’ll use again during open water dives, and an appreciation for the underwater world that will keep you coming back for more bottom time every chance you get!
During the course you’ll cover material and practice skills related to topics such as:
- Buoyancy skills including comfortable ascents and descents, and breathing underwater.
- Staying warm underwater, streamlining your swimming skills and buddy diving techniques.
- Diving environments and aquatic life you’re likely to encounter.
- Preventing common problems underwater.
- An introduction to boat diving.
Course Schedule
DAY 1:
- Knowledge Development; learn the basic but crucial principles of scuba diving in our classroom, or through online independent study before joining us (PADI e-learning or “Touch” application for tablets, ask us about details).
- Confined Water Dives: at the swimming pool with your Instructor you will learn how to use your equipment, simulate and solve problems and master diving skills.
DAY 2:
- Open Water Dives 1 and 2: from our boat with your Instructor, two ocean training dives to a maximum depth of 12 meters, repeating some of the skills learned and exploring the reefs!
- You would then get certified to dive to a maximum depth of 12 meters under the direct supervision of a PADI professional.
This course covers the first three Knowledge Development session, the first three Confined Water Dives and the first two Open Water Dives from the PADI Open Water Diver course. You could upgrade to it by completing the missing sections anytime, anywhere!
What’s Included in Your Course
• Top-quality dive equipment, including a dive computer
• Spacious, clean, and comfortable dive boat
• All marine park and diving fees covered
• A fully certified PADI Instructor
• Delicious food and a drinks served onboard
• Convenient pick-up and drop-off services
• International diving insurance included
Next Steps to Register or Upgrade
- Contact a training center like Ecodive Vietnam for detailed consultation
- Provide your personal information and current certification
- Register for the next course, such as PADI Open Water Diver (18m)
- Complete additional theory and practical training to upgrade from Scuba Diver to Open Water Diver
- Upon completion, you will be authorized to dive up to a maximum depth of 18 meters