Nitrox Diver

The SSI Nitrox Course is designed for divers who want to extend their dive times, reduce their surface intervals, and improve their overall diving experience by using enriched air (nitrox). By diving with nitrox, which contains a higher percentage of oxygen than regular air, you can maximize your bottom time, reduce nitrogen absorption, and improve your safety on deeper dives. This course provides divers with the knowledge and skills to safely plan and execute dives with nitrox, enabling you to dive longer and enjoy your underwater adventures even more.

Key Features of the Course:

• Prerequisite:

  • SSI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent from another recognized agency).

  • Minimum Age: 15 years old.

• Course Structure:

  • Knowledge Development: Learn about the benefits of diving with nitrox, including understanding oxygen toxicity, dive tables, and nitrox-specific dive computers. Study the proper use of nitrox mixes, safety guidelines, and how to plan dives using enriched air.

  • Practical Training: Learn how to analyze tank mixtures and adjust your dive planning accordingly. You will also gain hands-on experience in selecting the correct nitrox blend and managing oxygen exposure for safety.

  • Open Water Dives: While there are no specific open water dives required for certification, you will gain practical skills and knowledge to dive with nitrox in real-world conditions.

Course Highlights:

• Learn how to analyze nitrox tanks and adjust dive plans for safe and efficient diving.

• Increase your bottom time while minimizing nitrogen absorption, allowing for longer, safer dives.

• Discover how to use nitrox dive tables and dive computers for accurate depth and time calculations.

• Gain a clear understanding of oxygen exposure limits and how to avoid the risks of oxygen toxicity.

Certification Benefits:

Upon successful completion, you will earn the SSI Nitrox certification, which:

• Allows you to dive with nitrox mixtures from 22% to 40% oxygen, expanding your dive options.

• Provides you with the skills to dive longer and minimize the risks of nitrogen narcosis and decompression sickness.

• Enhances your ability to dive deeper or more frequently with a higher margin of safety.

Why Choose This Course?

The SSI Nitrox Course is perfect for divers who want to extend their dive times, dive more safely, and get the most out of every dive. By learning to safely use nitrox, you’ll unlock the potential for longer, more enjoyable dive experiences. Whether you’re a recreational diver looking to improve your dive times or an advanced diver wanting to explore deeper dive sites, this course is a must for anyone seeking to enhance their diving adventures.

Ready to dive with nitrox? Enroll in the SSI Nitrox Course today and take your diving to new lengths!