SSI Decompression Diver – Go Beyond No-Decompression Limits

Take your diving to the next level with the SSI Decompression Diver Course. This program teaches divers how to safely plan and conduct dives that require planned decompression stops, allowing you to stay longer at depth and explore dive sites more thoroughly.

Unlike standard recreational diving that requires divers to stay within no-decompression limits, this course introduces the knowledge, skills, and procedures needed to safely manage decompression obligations during dives.

With proper training, you will learn advanced dive planning techniques, gas management, and decompression procedures while maintaining safe diving practices.

Course Price

$399 per student

Included

• Academic theory training

• Confined water / skill development session

• Open water decompression training dives

• Professional SSI instructor guidance

Not Included

• SSI digital learning materials

• Gas fills (Nitrox or decompression gas)

• Boat dive or shore dive fees

• Scuba equipment rental

Course Schedule

Typical course duration: 12–18 hours

Training includes:

• Academic learning sessions

• Confined water skill development

• Multiple open water decompression training dives

Students will practice gas management, decompression procedures, and dive planning under instructor supervision.

Training Standards

Minimum Age: 18 years old

Maximum Training Depth:

40 meters / 130 feet

Prerequisites:

• Open Water Diver certification or equivalent

• Advanced training and diving experience recommended

What You Will Learn

During this course you will learn:

• Decompression diving theory

• Dive planning using decompression models

• Gas management for decompression dives

• Use of stage cylinders and gas switching

• Proper ascent procedures and decompression stops

• Emergency procedures during decompression diving

Certification

After successfully completing the course, you will receive the SSI Decompression Diver certification, allowing you to safely conduct dives with planned decompression stops within training limits.

This certification is internationally recognized and is an important step toward more advanced technical diving training.

Take Your Diving Further

Ready to extend your bottom time and explore deeper dive sites?

Join our SSI Decompression Diver Course and expand your diving capabilities.

Reserve your spot today.