Diving Courses
A full range of SSI & PADI diving courses

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SSI AND PADI?

In terms of diver training there is little between them. Firstly they both follow the diving standards set by R.S.T.C [recreational scuba training council], meaning that knowledge and skill requirements for certain programs or courses are almost the same. There are some small differences between the two agencies but both teach very good courses and produce good, safe divers. PADI [Professional Association of Diving Instructors] is bigger and more famous than SSI [Scuba Schools International], but this does not mean that it is better or more recognized. Every dive centre in the world also knows and recognizes SSI. On a customer basis the main difference here in Thailand between the two agencies is that SSI do not make it compulsory for candidates to buy course books and manuals, where as PADI do. With the SSI courses you can borrow our books/manuals whilst on a course, but do not have to buy your own copy. Meaning people have the choice of buying the SSI books here or at home / or not at all. Great for those who do not want to carry heavy books around, or who are on a budget. Obviously incorporated into the price of a PADI course is the particular book or manual this makes Padi’s course prices considerably higher.

 

Follow the links below to the respective dive agencies for more detailed information to your chosen course.

 
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SSI TRY SCUBA

PADI DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING 

Include 1 Beach dive - $U.S.55

Include 1 Beach + 1 Boat dive - $U.S.95

Optional day cruise every day

1 Day includes lunch - $U.S.140

2 dives

 

The course starts with some basic theory and a skill session in protected environment, then you're ready to go diving accompanied by a qualified instructor (2 open ocean dives)

 

 

SSI PASSPORT DIVER  - $U.S.240

PADI SCUBA DIVER$U.S.275

2 Days -Entry level program

2 dives +

 

The PADI Scuba Diver and SSI Passport diver program is a pre-entry level certification that is perfect for vacationers or people who only plan to dive a couple times a year. With SSI's Passport Diver Program, you can earn a passport to adventure and dive on stunningl, shallow-water reefs under the direct supervision of a dive leader.

 

 

SSI OPEN WATER DIVER  - $U.S.350

PADI OPEN WATER DIVER  - $U.S.375

3/4 Days

4 dives +

 

Combined with theory and diving in a protected environment, you will complete 4/5 open water dives. Upon successful completion of the course you will receive full worldwide certification for scuba diving

 

 

SSI ADVANCED ADVENTURE DIVER  - $U.S.300 

PADI ADVANCED DIVER  - $U.S.325

2-3 Days

5 dives+

 

 

 

 

Continue your diving education and improve your diving skills, learn deep and underwater navigation plus 3 options for speciality dives from your choice. Using the SSI education system you will learn the information about specific types of specialty diving that will re-enforce emphasis on experience.

 

 

EMERGENCY FIRST RESPONSE  - $U.S.150

DAN SENIOR FIRST AID - $U.S.150

 *** Requirement prior to all Rescue training

 

4-6 hours

classroom

 

Certificate covering CPR and water related accident prevention.

 

 

SSI STRESS & RESCUE - $U.S.315

PADI RESCUE DIVER  - $U.S.350

 

2/3 days

 

 

Rescue Diver training will prepare you to prevent problems and, if necessary, manage dive emergencies. An essential safety course for the more independent divers.

 

 

SSI DIVE CONTROL SPECIALIST  - $U.S.875 course inc manual/slates

PADI DIVEMASTER  - $U.S.850 course only  / $U.S.995 inc manual/slates

Variable 7 Days +

 

 

Start your diving leadership training and be ready to enter the world of professional diving. PADI Divemaster and the SSI Divecontrol specialist course is your starting point in worldwide diving employment opportunities.

 

 

SSI OPENWATER INSTRUCTOR  - - $U.S.1200 course inc manual & slates - Exam fee to SSI $U.S.450

PADI INSTRUCTOR DEVELOPMENT  -  $U.S.1650 inc manual & slates - Exam fee to PADI $U.S.485

VARIES 7 Days +

 

 

During the PADI IDC, you'll learn to use and adapt the PADI System of diver education to individual student needs. The SSI Instructor Training Course (ITC) prepares you to become an active member of the scuba industry, a successful educator and a valuable dive business employee.

 

SSI SPECIALITY COURSES  - $U.S.175 - 295 

PADI SPECIALTY COURSES  -$U.S.220 - 330

VARIES 1-2 Days + Amount of Dives vary

 

 

Deep, Navigation, Underwater Naturalist, Wreck, Cave, Search & Recovery, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Driftdiving, , Videography, Boat Diving, Computer Diving, Diver Stress & Rescue, Equipment specialist, Night & Limited Visibility Diving, Underwater Digital Photography, Waves, Tides & Currents, Wreck Diving and Diver-vehicle propulsion speciality courses.
Le Mahe Liveaboards & Ocean Lovers Special

Book any Liveaboard or overnight cruise and receive

  SSI Advance Adventure course or
Padi Advance Course for only $U.S. 250


Le Mahe Liveaboards & Ocean Lovers Diving Center
395 Patak Road, Karon Beach Phuket 83100, Thailand
Tel: (66 76) 286471 - Fax: (076) 286105
Website: www.phuket-diving-thailand.com
e-mail: valerie@phuket-diving-thailand.com