Continuing Education Scuba Courses in Honolulu, Hawaii
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
3–6 hours per course session
Fitness Level
Participants should be in good general health with basic swimming abilities and comfortable in the water.
Overview
Take your diving skills to the next level with continuing education scuba courses in Honolulu. Learn new specialties, earn advanced certifications, and prepare for the Stress and Rescue course right after certification.
Continuing Education Scuba Courses
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About This Adventure
Enhance your diving skills with discounted continuing education courses that offer unique progression opportunities. From specialty ratings to advanced certifications, each course builds your expertise. Notably, the Stress and Rescue course can be taken right after certification, making it an ideal choice for aspiring Master Divers. Dive into adventure today!
Discounted continuing education courses.
The details of each course will change depending on the course, so refer back to to the upcoming events webpage for details like full schedule, additional equipment that may be required, and time and location of dives (as needed).
Signing up online does not automatically assign your the digital online learning required. Please call in after payment to get that assigned to you. And of course, complete that digital learning prior to arriving to the course.
Review of SSI diver progression
- After open water certification you are Level 1 diver.
- After completing 2 specialty courses and logging 12 dives in your MySSI app, you get the free Specialty Diver rating - Level 2 Diver
- After logging 24 dives and completing 4 specialty courses you get the free Advanced Open Water rating - Level 3 Diver
- After logging 50 dives and completing 5 specialty courses including Rescue you will receive a free Master Diving rating - Level 4 - and be entered to win a trip for 2 on liveaboard.
- Level 5 is 100 dives logged with Master Diver
The Stress and Rescue course counts as a specialty course, what is not commonly known in the SSI system is that Rescue can be taken immediately after certification. We recommend this as self rescue is part of the curriculum, and it is also Master Diver requirement, so why not do it early?
Adventure Tips
Confirm Certification Prerequisites
Ensure you have the required Open Water certification before enrolling in specialty or advanced courses.
Check Water Conditions Daily
Local currents and visibility can vary; always check conditions with your instructor before diving.
Hydrate Well Before Dives
Staying hydrated is crucial for safe diving, especially in warm Hawaiian weather.
Use Recommended Gear
Bring or rent quality gear to ensure comfort and safety during specialty sessions.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Hawaiian green sea turtles (honu)
- Colorful reef fish such as parrotfish and angelfish
History
Honolulu’s coastline has long been cherished by locals and visitors alike, with diving contributing to both recreation and marine science in the area.
Conservation
Efforts to protect fragile coral reefs and marine life are actively supported by dive operators, including responsible diving practices and education.
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Recommended Gear
Mask and Snorkel
A good mask and snorkel improve underwater visibility and surface breathing comfort.
Wetsuit (3mm to 5mm)
Protects against cooler water temperatures and provides thermal comfort during dives.
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Dive Computer
Tracks depth, time, and decompression limits to enhance dive safety.
Underwater Slate
Useful for communication and note-taking during advanced courses.