Advanced Archives - scubadivingmalta.com scubadivingmalta.com Mon, 16 Jun 2025 16:45:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.1 https://i0.wp.com/scubadivingmalta.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/cropped-AquaticaOriginal-scaled-1.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Advanced Archives - scubadivingmalta.com 32 32 230275722 Stress & Rescue https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/stress-rescue/ https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/stress-rescue/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:56:44 +0000 https://scubadivingmalta.com/?post_type=product&p=2071 The SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Specialty program equips you with the essential skills to protect yourself and assist other divers in emergency situations. You will learn how to recognize and manage stress, prevent accidents, and apply practical rescue techniques. Through a combination of pool and open water training, you will develop the confidence and ability to handle emergency scenarios effectively. Upon completion, you will earn your SSI Diver Stress & Rescue Specialty certification, giving you the knowledge and skills to make diving safer for yourself and those around you. Start your rescue training today.

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Scuba diving Equipment 

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 12
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 6
  • Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 3
  • Amount of Open Water Sessions: 3
  • Maximum Training Depth: 18m / 60ft
  • Duration: 10-15h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Fit to swim
  • Open Water Diver certification
  • Valid First Aid certification (not older than 2 years)
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Scuba diving Equipment 

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume 

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 12
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 4
  • Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 1
  • Amount of Open Water Sessions: 2
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30 m/ 100 ft
  • Duration: 10-15h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Fit to swim
  • Open Water Diver certification
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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]]> https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/search-recovery/feed/ 0 2068 Science of Diving https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/science-of-diving/ https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/science-of-diving/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:35:13 +0000 https://scubadivingmalta.com/?post_type=product&p=2065 Curious about what really happens below the surface? The Science of Diving program is your gateway to understanding the physics, physiology, and environment that shape every dive. This knowledge-rich specialty is taught entirely through theory—no water sessions involved—making it the perfect way to deepen your expertise from the comfort of home. Whether you're aiming to become a dive professional or simply want to elevate your understanding of the underwater world, this course is a vital step. It’s a requirement for many SSI Professional and Extended Range programs, and completing it gets you halfway toward earning your Divemaster certification. Study at your own pace, build a solid foundation, and gain the confidence that comes with a deeper understanding—your next level in diving starts here.

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Standard Scuba diving Equipment  

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume 

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 10
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 5
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30m/ 100ft
  • Duration: 10-15h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Open Water Diver certification
  • Fit to swim 
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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]]> https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/science-of-diving/feed/ 0 2065 Recreational Sidemount Diving https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/recreational-sidemount-diving/ https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/recreational-sidemount-diving/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:31:12 +0000 https://scubadivingmalta.com/?post_type=product&p=2060 Experience greater comfort, improved streamlining, and enhanced safety with the SSI Sidemount Diving Specialty. Originally popular among wreck, cave, and mine divers, sidemount diving is now gaining recognition among recreational divers for its many benefits. In this course, you’ll learn how to dive with a single or two-cylinder sidemount configuration at depths of up to 30 meters or your certification limit. With no heavy tank on your back, you’ll enjoy better buoyancy control, easier access to your valves, and reduced gas consumption, allowing you to maximize your dive time with less effort. Upon completion, you’ll earn your SSI Sidemount Diving Specialty certification and unlock a new level of comfort and freedom in your dives. Start your sidemount adventure today!

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Scuba diving Equipment 

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 12
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 5
  • Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 1
  • Amount of Open Water Sessions: 3
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30m / 100ft
  • Duration: 10-15h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Open Water Diver certification
  • Fit to swim 
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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]]> https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/recreational-sidemount-diving/feed/ 0 2060 React Right https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/react-right/ https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/react-right/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:26:12 +0000 https://scubadivingmalta.com/?post_type=product&p=2057 The React Right Specialty by SSI,is a first aid and emergency response course that prepares you to handle medical emergencies with confidence. You’ll learn essential skills like primary assessment, first aid, CPR, and stabilization techniques. Optional training in oxygen administration for diving emergencies and AED use is also available. With a mix of theory and hands-on practice, this course ensures you're ready to respond in an emergency. Upon completion, you’ll earn the SSI React Right certification, giving you the knowledge to provide critical care when it’s needed most.

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About the Activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 12
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 6
  • Maximum Training Depth: 0m / 0ft
  • Duration: 8-12h

Certification Prerequisites

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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]]> https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/react-right/feed/ 0 2057 Photo & Video https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/photo-video/ https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/photo-video/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:23:22 +0000 https://scubadivingmalta.com/?post_type=product&p=2054 Capture the beauty of the underwater world with the SSI Photo & Video Specialty! Underwater photography presents unique challenges, but this course will teach you the skills and techniques needed to dive with a camera and take stunning underwater images and videos. You’ll gain in-depth knowledge on how to use, maintain, and store your underwater camera system while perfecting your diving abilities for smooth, controlled shots. Learn how to capture high-quality images and share your underwater experiences like never before. Upon completion, you’ll earn your SSI Photo & Video Specialty certification. Start your journey into underwater photography today!

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Scuba diving Equipment 

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume 

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 10
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 6
  • Amount of Open Water Sessions: 2
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30m / 100ft
  • Duration: 5-10h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Open Water Diver certification
  • Fit to swim 
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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Buoyancy is an essential skill that takes time to master, but this program will teach you advanced techniques to help you achieve perfect trim and effortless hovering more quickly.

You’ll also learn eco-friendly diving practices that help protect marine environments while improving your comfort and control in any dive situation. Upon completion, you’ll earn your SSI Perfect Buoyancy Specialty certification and gain the ability to move smoothly through the water, conserve energy, and capture stunning underwater photographs with ease.

Start your journey to perfect buoyancy today!

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Scuba diving Equipment 

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume 

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 10
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 4
  • Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions: 2
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30 m/ 100 ft
  • Duration: 5-10h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Open Water Diver certification, In combination with Open Water Diver
  • Fit to swim 
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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]]> https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/perfect-buoyancy/feed/ 0 2050 Night Diving & Limited Visibility https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/night-diving-limited-visibility/ https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/night-diving-limited-visibility/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:13:48 +0000 https://scubadivingmalta.com/?post_type=product&p=2047 As the sun sets, the underwater world transforms. Creatures emerge from hiding, colors shift, and the calm of night reveals a new kind of beauty. The SSI Night Diving & Limited Visibility specialty teaches you how to safely explore these unique conditions with confidence and control. You'll learn how to plan and execute dives in low-light environments, including proper use of lights, navigation techniques, and buddy communication. This course blends self-paced online study with hands-on open water training to prepare you for a variety of night and limited visibility scenarios. By the end of the program, you’ll be certified to dive after dark—equipped with the knowledge and skills to enjoy the quiet thrill of night diving wherever your adventures take you.

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Standard Scuba diving Equipment  

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume 

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 10
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 5
  • Amount of Open Water Sessions: 2
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30m / 100ft
  • Duration: 5-10h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Open Water Diver certification
  • Fit to swim 
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Scuba diving Equipment 

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume 

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 10
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 5
  • Amount of Open Water Sessions: 2
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30m / 100ft
  • Duration: 5-10h

Certification Prerequisites

  • Open Water Diver certification
  • Fit to swim 
  • Medical Fit (link pdf) 
  • Standards 
  • Show SSI website for How the courses are presented 

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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]]> https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/navigation/feed/ 0 2041 Marine Ecology https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/marine-ecology/ https://scubadivingmalta.com/product/marine-ecology/#respond Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:04:46 +0000 https://scubadivingmalta.com/?post_type=product&p=2040 Discover the wonders of the underwater world with the SSI Marine Ecology Specialty! This program will teach you how ocean organisms interact with their environments, how energy flows through marine communities, and the connections between different ocean ecosystems. With your newfound knowledge, you’ll develop a deeper appreciation for marine life and gain a greater understanding of the ecosystems you explore while diving. Upon completion, you’ll earn your SSI Marine Ecology Specialty certification. Start your journey today and see the ocean like never before!

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About the activity

What include 

  • Elearning for self study 
  • Scuba diving Equipment 

What you need to bring 

  • Towel 
  • Swimming Costume

Facts and Training Standards

  • Minimum Age: 6
  • Amount of Academic Sessions: 6
  • Maximum Training Depth: 30m / 100ft
  • Duration: 3-6h

Certification Prerequisites

FAQ

What does it mean Medical Fit?

I struggle to perform moderate exercise (for example, walk 1.6 kilometer/one mile in 14 minutes or swim 200 meters/yards without resting), OR I have been unable to participate in a normal physical activity due to fitness or health reasons within the past 12 months.

What does it mean Fit to Swim? 

If you answered YES to questions 3, 5 or 10 above OR to any of the questions on page 2, please read and agree to the statementabove by signing and dating it 

Guidance for Doctor (link pdf) 

Info: Take all three pages of this form (Participant Questionnaire and the Physician’s Evaluation Form) to your physician for a medical evaluation. Participation in a diving course requires your physician’s approval.

Cancellation Policy 

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