The SSI Dive Control Specialist is SSI’s initial dive leadership level and is considered by many as the “fun” leadership rating. That’s because you can do more than any other entry-level dive leader. You can do more because you receive both dive master and assistant instructor training in the SSI Dive Control Specialist course. With other agencies, these courses are separate.

As a Dive Control Specialist you can:

• Work on dive boats, at resorts and retail stores, and take people diving
• Lead dive trips and tours
• Assist SSI Instructors in the pool and open water
• Teach skills in the pool under the direct supervision of an SSI Instructor
• Teach the SSI Scuba Skills Update program
• Teach the SSI Snorkeling program
• Teach selected SSI Specialty courses
• Teach selected First Aid and CPR programs
• Teach Scuba Rangers (after completing the Scuba Rangers Instructor training)

You will study advanced physics, physiology and decompression theory. You’ll practice advanced rescue techniques, fine-tune your diving skills and learn the basics of teaching. Plus, there’s a high demand for SSI Dive Control Specialists at retail shops and exotic resorts.

First: You need to have an orientation discussion with an instructor.

Second: You need to reserve a spot in a class. (Following one of the above methods will reserve a spot for 48 hours).

Third: You need to go to the schedule (see button above) and see which class date works best for you. (If a class you are interested in is NOT shown on the schedule, please inquire with an instructor from Aquatic Sports.)

Fourth: You will need to make sure you have all the proper equipment and materials for the class. Aquatic Sports not only carries all the equipment and materials you will need, but they will happily assist you in selecting the appropriate equipment for your budget and interests.