Mission Statement
The SSI Science of Diving Specialty Progamme provides an in-depth and detailed study of physics, physiology, decompression theory, the aquatic environment and diving equipment.
Earning your Open Water Diver certification opens up a new underwater world, filled with opportunities to learn about physics, physiology and chemistry, and how they affect the human body while scuba diving. Your education does not have to end with your entry-level certification.
The training provided in the SSI Science of Diving qualification increases your understanding of these topics, and provides you with additional information about decompression theory, and the components of your Total Diving System and its accessories. Good divers are always learning.
Our goal is to improve your knowledge of the aquatic environment and the sport of recreational scuba diving, and to ensure that you enjoy every aspect of your diving experience.
During your course programme, Academy divers will complete the following:
Join the SSI Science of Diving specialty and you will develop a complete understanding of the underwater world and its effects on the human body.
You can earn your SSI Science of Diving specialty certification from home and get ready to begin your dive professional career.
Upon completion, you will be halfway to earning the coveted SSI Divemaster rating and earn the SSI Science of Diving specialty certification.
Course Highlights include enhanced knowledge of:
- Diving Physics
- Diving Physiology
- Decompression Theory
- The Components of the Total Diving System
- The Aquatic Environment
To complete your Science of Diving Course you can complete the programme in one of two ways:
Option 1 (No Nitrox Dives Included):
- This will certify you with the Science of Diving rating and covers the classroom theory and practical applications but without any dives.
Option 2 (2x Nitrox Dives Included):
- This course is completed over 1 day. Locations for this course include 2 dives either in the UK or on our overseas expeditions.
What’s Included:
- All relative PADI course materials
- Sunken Dreams My Classroom e-Learning Media
- Scuba Diving related training aids
- Scuba Diving Equipment suitable for the the Programme
- Professional Dive Instructor & Tuition
- Liability Forms, Relative Paper Work
- Academy Membership Update
- Examinations
- PADI PIC Card certification (only for ‘full’ programmes or where stated)
- Completed paperwork and pre-dive administration
- Sunken Dreams Member(s) of Staff Account Manager
- Full PADI Diver Certifications
What’s Not Included:
- Transport to and from training location
- Food and Beverage
- Dive & Travel Insurance
- Relevant Vaccinations
- Passport applications or renewals (where required)
- Supporting documents that might be required by non-EU nationals
- European Health Insurance Card
- Costs for medication whilst on expedition
For more information pleases see our Answers to Your Questions section.
Optional Extras:
- Dive & Travel Insurance
- Underwater Action Camera & Storage Rental
- Dive Computer Rental
- Wetsuit Rental
- Optional PADI/SSI Specialty & Recreational Courses
- Sunken Dreams Expedition Handbook
Purchase personalized Course and Expedition photos, prints and memorabilia from the Sunken Dreams Photography e-Shop.