SSI Advanced Open Water Diver

Unlock the thrill of underwater exploration with the SSI Advanced Open Water Diver program! Designed for certified Open Water Divers, this program helps you build confidence, gain new skills, and earn internationally recognized certification.

What’s Included in the Program

The program includes five (5) open water training dives:

Mandatory dives:

Deep Diving
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Choose 3 additional dives from:

Each dive is the first dive of an SSI specialty, giving you hands-on experience and a taste of each specialty.

Certification Outcome

✅ Advanced Open Water Diver certification
✅ Recognized worldwide as an advanced-level diver
✅ Counts toward full SSI specialty certifications

Age & Depth Limits:

12–14 years old: Deep dive limited to 21 meters
Full depth available at 15 years and older

Certified Advanced Adventurers can dive with an equally- or more-qualified buddy in environments equivalent to their training and within the recommended depth limits.

Students younger than 15 years old will be certified as a Junior Advanced Open Water Diver and can dive under the direct supervision of a dive professional or with a certified adult in environments equivalent to their training and within the recommended depth limits.