About This Course
The SSI Extended Range Divemaster prepares experienced technical divers for a leadership role in XR training operations. You'll develop the skills to guide, support, and mentor other divers through technical dives, managing logistics, supervising skills, and running smooth operations alongside XR instructors. The natural stepping stone toward the XR Instructor pathway.
What You'll Learn
01
Leadership principles for technical dive operations
02
Dive site assessment and technical briefing delivery
03
Equipment oversight and pre-dive checks for XR teams
04
Mentoring and progressive development of XR student divers
05
Incident management and emergency response in technical contexts
Prerequisites
- SSI Divemaster certification (or SSI Dive Guide equivalent)
- SSI Extended Range diver-level certifications in relevant disciplines
- Significant number of logged technical dives
- Current medical clearance
What's Included
Academic study and knowledge development
Supervised leadership experience in live XR training operations
SSI Extended Range Divemaster certification
Scuba Schools International