With more people experiencing wanderlust, it is not surprising that people who desire to explore the beauty of the underwater world have increased in number. But like every other adventure sport, to experience it to the fullest, you need to get certified as a diver.
Dive companies associated with a recognized scuba training agency have come up in every dive-worthy place to help you get your official diving license.
The question arising after all of this is under which organisation should your dive license be registered.
To help you decide, we have highlighted what really differentiates two of the most globally renowned dive organisations, PADI and SSI from each other.
What is PADI and SSI?
Scuba Schools International (SSI) and the Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI) are strong brand names when it comes to diving, with the former being the largest retail diving organisation.
They are responsible for providing diving licenses through certified instructors after the completion of their respective courses. These courses are tailored to follow the guidelines set up by the World Recreational Scuba Training Council. Both agencies have equivalent stages in their training that can be considered as interchangeable.
Scuba diving licenses provided by PADI and SSI are recognised across the globe as proof that you know the safe and responsible way to dive. The license also indicates your expertise in diving, letting dive companies know that you can safely descend to further depths with them.
What makes SSI and PADI courses different from each other? Rigidity and Flexibility
While they follow the same guidelines and have similar training methods, their outlooks on face-to-face training is slightly different.
Materials for Individual Students Receival of License Pricing
While the training follows the same guidelines, study materials and profile creation are separately chargeable. The overall costs in a certification SSI are lower in comparison.
Out of Air Protocol Variation
In a situation where a diver runs out of air underwater, the schools follow slightly different steps.
Which is the better Choice — PADI or SSI?
The major differences have been stated above.
Both organisations have a brilliant track record of developing remarkable divers. What matters greatly in such scenarios is the experience and communication skills of the instructor teaching you.
SSI is known to be a very responsive dive organisation. They provide instructors with local support to ensure that they are up to the mark in everything that they teach. On the other hand, PADI is a brand that follows a set of procedures to ensure that everything goes smoothly.
Regardless of your choice of agency, you will still be considered a globally recognised diver once you receive your dive license.
Go ahead and get your certification right now.
West Coast Adventures has instructors certified by PADI as well as SSI to ensure that you receive the best training in diving.
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