Scuba diving certification
The most popular scuba diving certification classes are the PADI Scuba
Diver certification and the NAUI certification. Both programs will prepare
a beginning diver to dive safely in controlled situations. There are
several forms of certification available to the diver:
• Open Water Scuba Diver
• Advanced Scuba Diver
• Master Scuba Diver
• Scuba Rescue Diver
• Advanced Scuba Rescue Diver
Obtaining training and certification is mandatory for the scuba diver.
Scuba diving certification proves one has been trained to dive responsibly
and safely. Most full-service dive stores will require one to show that
he or she is certified before scheduling a diving excursion or renting/purchasing
any equipment.
The National Association of Underwater Instructors (NAUI) offers courses
and scuba diving certification in:
• Night Diving
• Search and Recovery
• Underwater Hunting and Collecting
• Underwater Photography
• Ice Diving
• Cavern Diving