{ "$schema": "https://open.divekit.app/schemas/certifications/dive-certifications.schema.v1.0.0.json", "meta": { "version": "2025.11.16.1", "generated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, "certifications": [ { "id": "cert-padi-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Scuba Diver", "abbr": "SD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years", "Medical clearance as required", "Basic swimming ability"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-scuba-diver", "cert-sdi-scuba-diver"], "limits": [ "Training-level certification", "Must dive under direct supervision of a professional", "Maximum depth 12 m (40 ft)", "No decompression dives", "No overhead environment" ], "notes": "Entry-level subset of Open Water; upgrade path to OWD.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/scuba-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-owd", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Open Water Diver", "abbr": "OWD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Open Water"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [ "Minimum age 10 years (or 15 for full certification)", "Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required" ] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver", "cert-naui-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-ocean-diver", "cert-cmas-one-star-diver" ], "limits": ["Recommended max depth 18 m (60 ft)", "No decompression dives", "No overhead environment"], "notes": "Core entry-level certification for autonomous recreational diving within limits.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/open-water-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-aowd", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Advanced Open Water Diver", "abbr": "AOWD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Advanced Open Water"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer", "cert-sdi-advanced-adventure-diver", "cert-naui-advanced-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-sports-diver", "cert-cmas-two-star-diver" ], "limits": [ "Recommended max depth 30 m (100 ft) for adults, 21 m (70 ft) for 12-14 years", "No decompression dives", "No overhead environment" ], "notes": "Depth adventure dive typically extends training to 30 m.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/advanced-open-water-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-rescue-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Rescue Diver", "abbr": "RD", "category": "rescue", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd"], "general": [ "Minimum age 12 years", "Current CPR/First Aid certification (e.g., EFR Primary and Secondary Care)" ] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-ssi-diver-stress-and-rescue", "cert-sdi-rescue-diver", "cert-naui-rescue-diver", "cert-bsac-dive-leader" ], "limits": ["Not a depth rating", "Focus on problem prevention and management"], "notes": "Required for many leadership tracks and 'Master' recognition ratings.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/rescue-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-master-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Master Scuba Diver", "abbr": "MSD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-rescue-diver"], "general": ["Five PADI Specialty Diver certifications", "Minimum 50 logged dives"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-sdi-master-scuba-diver", "cert-naui-master-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Recognition rating; no new depth privileges by itself"], "notes": "Non-professional recognition of experience and training breadth.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/master-scuba-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver", "abbr": "EAN", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Enriched Air Nitrox 32/40"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-ssi-enriched-air-nitrox-40", "cert-sdi-computer-nitrox", "cert-naui-nitrox-diver", "cert-tdi-nitrox-diver", "cert-iantd-nitrox-diver", "cert-raid-nitrox" ], "limits": [ "Use of nitrox mixes within agency limits (commonly up to 40% O2)", "Plan PPO2 ≤ agency recommended values", "No decompression dives unless otherwise qualified" ], "notes": "Most common specialty for extending NDLs at modest depths.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/enriched-air-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-deep-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Deep Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-deep-diving", "cert-sdi-deep-diver", "cert-naui-deep-diver"], "limits": ["Training to dive to 40 m (130 ft) within recreational limits", "No staged decompression"], "notes": "Extends recreational depth training to the 40 m recreational limit.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/deep-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-40", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec 40", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "cert-padi-deep-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum 30 logged dives", "Recent diving activity"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox", "cert-tdi-decompression-procedures", "cert-sdi-extended-range-nitrox" ], "limits": [ "Intro technical level", "Limited decompression within training standards", "One decompression gas (common: up to 50% O2)" ], "notes": "Bridge from recreational to technical; equipment and procedures training.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-40"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-45", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec 45", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-tec-40"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-decompression-procedures", "cert-raid-deco-40"], "limits": [ "Extended decompression", "Use of a single high-O2 decompression gas (often up to 100% O2)", "Complex dive planning and emergency procedures" ], "notes": "Builds on Tec 40 with deeper/longer exposures and higher O2 for deco.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-45"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-50", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec 50", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-tec-45"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-extended-range"], "limits": ["Use of two decompression gases", "Deeper/longer staged decompression dives per standards"], "notes": "Completes the core 'tec deep' open circuit sequence before trimix.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-50"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-trimix-65", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec Trimix 65", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-tec-50"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-trimix-diver"], "limits": ["Trimix for dives up to ~65 m (210 ft)", "Helium-based mixes", "Multiple deco gases"], "notes": "Introduces normoxic trimix for deeper OC dives.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-trimix-65"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-trimix-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec Trimix Diver", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-tec-trimix-65"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-trimix-diver", "cert-iantd-advanced-trimix-diver", "cert-gue-tech-2"], "limits": [ "Full trimix training for very deep dives (commonly cited up to ~90 m/300 ft)", "Multiple decompression gases", "Complex staged decompression" ], "notes": "Full normoxic/hypoxic trimix capabilities per standards.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-trimix-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-40-ccr", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec 40 CCR Diver", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-padi-enriched-air-diver"], "general": [ "Minimum age 18 years", "Unit-specific prerequisites", "Manufacturer unit-specific training requirements" ] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-ccr-air-diluent-diver", "cert-raid-ccr-40"], "limits": [ "CCR air or nitrox diluent within training depth", "Unit-specific configuration and bailout procedures" ], "notes": "Entry-level closed-circuit rebreather certification on specific units.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-40-ccr"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-60-ccr", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec 60 CCR Diver", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-tec-40-ccr"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-ccr-advanced-mixed-gas-diver", "cert-raid-ccr-60"], "limits": ["Deeper CCR dives with staged decompression", "Helitrox/mixed gas per standards"], "notes": "Builds on CCR basics for deeper/longer exposures.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-60-ccr"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-tec-100-ccr", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Tec 100 CCR Diver", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-tec-60-ccr"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-ccr-advanced-mixed-gas-diver", "cert-iantd-ccr-advanced-mixed-gas"], "limits": [ "Advanced mixed-gas CCR dives with significant decompression obligations", "Unit-specific bailout and planning standards" ], "notes": "Highest level CCR training in the TecRec progression.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/tec-100-ccr"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-divemaster", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Divemaster", "abbr": "DM", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-rescue-diver"], "general": [ "Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum 40 logged dives to start, 60 to certify", "Current EFR Primary and Secondary Care or equivalent", "Medical clearance within 12 months" ] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-dive-guide", "cert-sdi-divemaster", "cert-naui-divemaster"], "limits": ["May supervise certified divers", "May assist with training", "May not conduct courses independently"], "notes": "First professional-level rating in PADI system.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/divemaster"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-wreck-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Wreck Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-wreck-diving", "cert-sdi-wreck-diver", "cert-naui-wreck-diver"], "limits": ["External wreck exploration", "Limited penetration within daylight zone"], "notes": "Covers wreck diving techniques, hazards, and marine archaeology ethics.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/wreck-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-underwater-navigator", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Underwater Navigator", "abbr": "Nav", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-navigation", "cert-sdi-underwater-navigation", "cert-naui-navigation"], "limits": [], "notes": "Natural navigation and compass navigation techniques.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/underwater-navigator"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-night-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Night Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-ssi-night-limited-visibility", "cert-sdi-night-limited-visibility", "cert-naui-night-diver" ], "limits": [], "notes": "Night diving techniques, light signals, and nocturnal marine life.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/night-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-drift-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Drift Diver", "abbr": "Drift", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-waves-tides-currents", "cert-sdi-drift-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Techniques for diving in currents.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/drift-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-peak-performance-buoyancy", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Peak Performance Buoyancy", "abbr": "PPB", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-perfect-buoyancy"], "limits": [], "notes": "Fine-tune buoyancy control, trim, and streamlining.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/peak-performance-buoyancy"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-search-and-recovery", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Search and Recovery Diver", "abbr": "S&R", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd"], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-search-recovery", "cert-sdi-search-recovery"], "limits": [], "notes": "Search patterns, recovery techniques, and lift bag use.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/search-and-recovery-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-underwater-photographer", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Underwater Photographer", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Digital Underwater Photographer"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-photo-video", "cert-sdi-underwater-photographer"], "limits": [], "notes": "Digital underwater photography principles and techniques.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/underwater-photographer"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-sidemount-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Sidemount Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-sidemount-diving", "cert-sdi-sidemount-diver", "cert-tdi-sidemount-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Sidemount configuration and techniques for open water.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/sidemount-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-dry-suit-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Dry Suit Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-dry-suit-diving", "cert-sdi-dry-suit-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Dry suit selection, care, and diving techniques.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/dry-suit-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-ice-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Ice Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-padi-dry-suit-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-ice-diving", "cert-sdi-ice-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Overhead environment diving under ice with tether and safety procedures.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/ice-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-altitude-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Altitude Diver", "abbr": "Altitude", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-altitude-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Diving at altitudes above 300 m (1000 ft); special planning required.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/altitude-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-boat-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Boat Diver", "abbr": "Boat", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-boat-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Boat diving procedures, etiquette, and techniques.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/boat-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-equipment-specialist", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Equipment Specialist", "abbr": "Equipment", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-equipment-techniques"], "limits": [], "notes": "Scuba equipment care, maintenance, and minor repairs.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/equipment-specialist"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-self-reliant-diver", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Self-Reliant Diver", "abbr": "Solo", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-aowd"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum 100 logged dives"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Solo diving skills and emergency self-sufficiency.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/self-reliant-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-underwater-videographer", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Underwater Videographer", "abbr": "UW Video", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Digital Underwater Videographer"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-padi-owd"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-ssi-photo-video"], "limits": [], "notes": "Underwater video techniques, editing basics, and storytelling.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/underwater-videographer"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-padi-emergency-oxygen-provider", "agency": "agency-padi", "name": "Emergency Oxygen Provider", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-dan-oxygen-provider", "cert-ssi-oxygen-provider"], "limits": [], "notes": "Emergency oxygen administration for diving injuries; not a diving certification.", "links": ["https://www.padi.com/courses/emergency-oxygen-provider"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Scuba Diver", "abbr": "SD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years", "Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-scuba-diver", "cert-sdi-scuba-diver"], "limits": [ "Training-level certification", "Must dive under direct supervision of a professional", "Maximum depth 12 m (40 ft)", "No decompression dives" ], "notes": "Entry-level subset of Open Water; upgrade path to OWD.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/scuba-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Open Water Diver", "abbr": "OWD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years", "Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-owd", "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver", "cert-naui-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-ocean-diver", "cert-cmas-one-star-diver" ], "limits": ["Recommended max depth 18 m (60 ft)", "No decompression dives", "No overhead environment"], "notes": "SSI core entry-level certification.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/open-water-diver-1923"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Advanced Adventurer", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-aowd", "cert-sdi-advanced-adventure-diver", "cert-naui-advanced-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-sports-diver" ], "limits": ["Recommended max depth 30 m (100 ft) with Deep Adventure dive", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "SSI's structured sampler leading toward specialties and higher training.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/advanced-adventurer-2012"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-diver-stress-and-rescue", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Diver Stress & Rescue", "abbr": "Stress & Rescue", "category": "rescue", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Stress & Rescue"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer"], "general": ["Current first aid/CPR/O2 provider"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-rescue-diver", "cert-sdi-rescue-diver", "cert-naui-rescue-diver"], "limits": ["Not a depth rating", "Focus on prevention and management"], "notes": "Core rescue-level training; prerequisite for SSI leadership tracks.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/stress-rescue-2004"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-enriched-air-nitrox-40", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Enriched Air Nitrox 40", "abbr": "EANx40", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["EANx 32/40"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "cert-sdi-computer-nitrox", "cert-naui-nitrox-diver", "cert-tdi-nitrox-diver", "cert-iantd-nitrox-diver" ], "limits": [ "Nitrox use up to 40% O2", "Plan PPO2 within agency recommendations", "No decompression unless otherwise qualified" ], "notes": "Core specialty for longer no-stop times.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/enriched-air-nitrox-40-2021"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-master-diver", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Master Diver", "abbr": "MD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-diver-stress-and-rescue"], "general": ["Four SSI Specialty certifications", "Minimum 50 logged dives"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-master-scuba-diver", "cert-sdi-master-scuba-diver", "cert-naui-master-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Recognition rating; no additional depth privileges"], "notes": "SSI's highest non-professional recognition level.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/master-diver"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-dive-guide", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Dive Guide", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-diver-stress-and-rescue"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum 40 logged dives", "Science of Diving or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-divemaster", "cert-sdi-divemaster"], "limits": ["May guide certified divers", "May assist instructors"], "notes": "SSI professional-level certification.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/dive-guide"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-deep-diving", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Deep Diving", "abbr": "Deep", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-deep-diver", "cert-sdi-deep-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Training to 40 m (130 ft) within recreational limits.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/deep-diving"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-wreck-diving", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Wreck Diving", "abbr": "Wreck", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-wreck-diver", "cert-sdi-wreck-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "External wreck exploration and limited penetration.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/wreck-diving"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-night-limited-visibility", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Night & Limited Visibility", "abbr": "Night", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-night-diver", "cert-sdi-night-limited-visibility"], "limits": [], "notes": "Night diving and low visibility techniques.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/night-limited-visibility"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-navigation", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Navigation", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-underwater-navigator", "cert-sdi-underwater-navigation"], "limits": [], "notes": "Compass and natural navigation techniques.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/navigation"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-search-recovery", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Search & Recovery", "abbr": "S&R", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-search-and-recovery", "cert-sdi-search-recovery"], "limits": [], "notes": "Search patterns and object recovery techniques.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/search-recovery"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-sidemount-diving", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Sidemount Diving", "abbr": "Sidemount", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-sidemount-diver", "cert-sdi-sidemount-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Sidemount configuration for open water.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/sidemount-diving"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-perfect-buoyancy", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Perfect Buoyancy", "abbr": "PPB", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-peak-performance-buoyancy"], "limits": [], "notes": "Advanced buoyancy control and trim techniques.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/perfect-buoyancy"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-dry-suit-diving", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Dry Suit Diving", "abbr": "Dry Suit", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-dry-suit-diver", "cert-sdi-dry-suit-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Dry suit techniques and maintenance.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/dry-suit-diving"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-photo-video", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Photo & Video", "abbr": "Photo/Video", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-underwater-photographer", "cert-padi-underwater-videographer"], "limits": [], "notes": "Underwater photography and videography.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/photo-video"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-waves-tides-currents", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "Waves, Tides & Currents", "abbr": "WTC", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-drift-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Understanding and diving in dynamic water conditions.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/scuba-diving/waves-tides-currents"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Scuba Diver", "abbr": "SD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years", "Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-scuba-diver", "cert-ssi-scuba-diver"], "limits": [ "Training-level certification", "Must dive under direct supervision of a professional", "Maximum depth 12 m (40 ft)", "No decompression dives" ], "notes": "Entry-level subset of Open Water; upgrade path to OWSD.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/scuba-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Open Water Scuba Diver", "abbr": "OWSD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Open Water Diver"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years", "Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "cert-naui-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-ocean-diver", "cert-cmas-one-star-diver" ], "limits": ["Recommended max depth 18 m (60 ft)", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "Recreational entry-level certification within International Training.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/open-water-scuba-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-advanced-adventure-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Advanced Adventure Diver", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer", "cert-naui-advanced-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Recommended max depth 30 m (100 ft) with deep module", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "Sample of specialties; stepping stone toward Rescue.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/advanced-adventure-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-rescue-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Rescue Diver", "abbr": "RD", "category": "rescue", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-advanced-adventure-diver"], "general": ["Current first aid/CPR/O2 provider"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-rescue-diver", "cert-ssi-diver-stress-and-rescue", "cert-naui-rescue-diver"], "limits": ["Not a depth rating"], "notes": "Core rescue-level training for SDI path.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/rescue-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-master-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Master Scuba Diver", "abbr": "MSD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-rescue-diver"], "general": ["Four SDI specialties", "Minimum 50 logged dives"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-master-scuba-diver", "cert-naui-master-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Recognition; no additional depth privileges"], "notes": "Experience recognition rating.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/master-scuba-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-computer-nitrox", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Computer Nitrox", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Nitrox"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "cert-ssi-enriched-air-nitrox-40", "cert-naui-nitrox-diver", "cert-tdi-nitrox-diver" ], "limits": ["Nitrox use per training (commonly up to 40% O2)", "Plan PPO2 within agency recommendations"], "notes": "Nitrox planning and use focused on dive computers.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/computer-nitrox/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-divemaster", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Divemaster", "abbr": "DM", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-rescue-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum 40 logged dives", "Current CPR/First Aid"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-divemaster", "cert-ssi-dive-guide"], "limits": ["May supervise certified divers", "May assist with training"], "notes": "SDI professional-level certification.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/divemaster/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-deep-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Deep Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-deep-diver", "cert-ssi-deep-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Training to 40 m (130 ft) within recreational limits.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/deep-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-wreck-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Wreck Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-wreck-diver", "cert-ssi-wreck-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Wreck diving techniques and safety.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/wreck-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-night-limited-visibility", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Night & Limited Visibility", "abbr": "Night", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-night-diver", "cert-ssi-night-limited-visibility"], "limits": [], "notes": "Night diving techniques.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/night-limited-visibility/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-underwater-navigation", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Underwater Navigation", "abbr": "Nav", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-underwater-navigator", "cert-ssi-navigation"], "limits": [], "notes": "Navigation techniques.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/underwater-navigation/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-search-recovery", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Search & Recovery", "abbr": "S&R", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-search-and-recovery", "cert-ssi-search-recovery"], "limits": [], "notes": "Search and recovery techniques.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/search-recovery/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-sidemount-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Sidemount Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-sidemount-diver", "cert-ssi-sidemount-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Sidemount configuration for open water.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/sidemount-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-dry-suit-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Dry Suit Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-dry-suit-diver", "cert-ssi-dry-suit-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Dry suit diving techniques.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/dry-suit-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-ice-diver", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Ice Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-dry-suit-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-ice-diver", "cert-ssi-ice-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Ice diving with overhead environment procedures.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/ice-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-sdi-underwater-photographer", "agency": "agency-sdi", "name": "Underwater Photographer", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-underwater-photographer"], "limits": [], "notes": "Underwater photography techniques.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/sdi/get-certified/underwater-photographer/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-intro-to-tech", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Intro to Tech", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-sdi-rescue-diver"], "general": ["Buoyancy and equipment proficiency per standards"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-raid-intro-to-tech", "cert-iantd-intro-to-tech"], "limits": ["Skills-focused; does not grant decompression privileges by itself"], "notes": "Foundational skills for technical diving equipment and procedures.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/intro-to-tech/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Advanced Nitrox Diver", "abbr": "AN", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [ "Minimum age 18 years", "Rescue Diver certification or equivalent", "Nitrox certification", "Experience prerequisites per standards" ] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-40", "cert-raid-deco-40", "cert-iantd-advanced-nitrox-diver"], "limits": [ "Use of EANx > 40% up to pure O2 for accelerated decompression when combined with DP", "No staged decompression unless combined with DP" ], "notes": "Often paired with Decompression Procedures.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/advanced-nitrox-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-decompression-procedures", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Decompression Procedures Diver", "abbr": "DP", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox"], "general": ["Deep training/experience per standards"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-45", "cert-raid-deco-40"], "limits": ["Staged decompression dives within training limits", "One or more deco gases per standards"], "notes": "Teaches staged decompression planning and execution. Often combined with Advanced Nitrox as AN/DP.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/decompression-procedures-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-extended-range", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Extended Range Diver", "abbr": "XR", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox", "cert-tdi-decompression-procedures"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-50"], "limits": ["Air/nitrox to deeper ranges with staged decompression", "Multiple deco gases per standards"], "notes": "Culmination of AN/DP path prior to trimix.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/extended-range-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-trimix-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Trimix Diver (Normoxic)", "abbr": "TMX", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-extended-range"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-trimix-65", "cert-raid-trimix-1", "cert-iantd-normoxic-trimix-diver"], "limits": ["Normoxic trimix within standards", "Multiple deco gases"], "notes": "First level trimix for deeper dives with helium to manage narcosis.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/trimix-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-advanced-trimix-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Advanced Trimix Diver", "abbr": "Adv TMX", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-trimix-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-trimix-diver", "cert-iantd-advanced-trimix-diver", "cert-raid-trimix-2"], "limits": ["Hypoxic trimix per standards for very deep dives", "Multiple deco gases, complex staging"], "notes": "Highest OC trimix level in many systems.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/advanced-trimix-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-ccr-air-diluent-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "CCR Air Diluent Diver", "abbr": "CCR Air Dil", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years", "Recreational prerequisites per standards", "Unit-specific requirements"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-40-ccr", "cert-raid-ccr-40"], "limits": ["Unit-specific CCR training with air/nitrox diluent", "Bailout and emergency procedures"], "notes": "Entry-level CCR unit-specific qualification.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/ccr-air-diluent-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-nitrox-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Nitrox Diver", "abbr": "Nitrox", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "cert-ssi-enriched-air-nitrox-40", "cert-sdi-computer-nitrox"], "limits": ["Nitrox up to 40% O2", "No decompression unless otherwise qualified"], "notes": "Basic nitrox certification for recreational diving.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/nitrox-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-helitrox-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Helitrox Diver", "abbr": "Helitrox", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced-level recreational certification", "Nitrox certification", "Experience per standards"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["Helium-based mixes for narcosis management", "Limited decompression within training"], "notes": "Entry-level helium diving without full trimix commitment.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/helitrox-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-cavern-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Cavern Diver", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced-level recreational certification", "Good buoyancy control"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-nsscds-cavern-diver", "cert-iantd-cavern-diver", "cert-raid-cavern-diver"], "limits": ["Daylight zone only", "Linear penetration limits", "No decompression unless otherwise qualified"], "notes": "First step in overhead environment training.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/cavern-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-intro-to-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Intro to Cave Diver", "abbr": "Intro Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-cavern-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-nsscds-intro-to-cave-diver", "cert-iantd-intro-cave-diver", "cert-raid-intro-to-cave-diver" ], "limits": ["Limited penetration distance", "Simple navigation"], "notes": "Bridge between cavern and full cave.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/intro-to-cave/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-full-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Full Cave Diver", "abbr": "Full Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-cave-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-nsscds-full-cave-diver", "cert-iantd-cave-diver", "cert-raid-cave-2"], "limits": ["Complex navigation permitted", "Stages and decompression if separately qualified"], "notes": "Highest cave qualification in TDI system.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/full-cave-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-sidemount-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Sidemount Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-sidemount-diver", "cert-ssi-sidemount-diving", "cert-sdi-sidemount-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "Sidemount configuration for technical and cave diving.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/sidemount-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-wreck-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Wreck Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced-level recreational certification"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-sdi-wreck-diver"], "limits": [], "notes": "External wreck exploration.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/wreck-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-advanced-wreck-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "Advanced Wreck Diver", "abbr": "Adv Wreck", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-wreck-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Limited penetration and wreck exploration beyond recreational limits.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/advanced-wreck-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-ccr-helitrox-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "CCR Helitrox Diver", "abbr": "CCR Helitrox", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-ccr-air-diluent-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["Helitrox diluent for narcosis management", "Unit-specific"], "notes": "CCR diving with helium-based diluents.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/ccr-helitrox-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-tdi-ccr-advanced-mixed-gas-diver", "agency": "agency-tdi", "name": "CCR Advanced Mixed Gas Diver", "abbr": "CCR AMG", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-tdi-ccr-helitrox-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-60-ccr", "cert-padi-tec-100-ccr", "cert-raid-ccr-60", "cert-raid-ccr-100"], "limits": ["Advanced trimix CCR diving", "Complex decompression", "Unit-specific"], "notes": "Highest level CCR certification in TDI system.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/tdi/get-certified/ccr-advanced-mixed-gas-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-cmas-one-star-diver", "agency": "agency-cmas", "name": "CMAS One Star Diver (*)", "abbr": "CMAS *", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-ocean-diver" ], "limits": ["Autonomous within training and local regulations", "Typical depth 20 m (national variations)"], "notes": "Issued through national federations; limits may vary by federation.", "links": ["https://www.cmas.org/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-cmas-two-star-diver", "agency": "agency-cmas", "name": "CMAS Two Star Diver (**)", "abbr": "CMAS **", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-cmas-one-star-diver"], "general": ["Experience per federation"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer", "cert-sdi-advanced-adventure-diver"], "limits": [ "Extended depth training (often to ~30 m)", "No decompression (unless local federation standards allow training exposures)" ], "notes": "Intermediate diver with broader skills; national specifics apply.", "links": ["https://www.cmas.org/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-cmas-three-star-diver", "agency": "agency-cmas", "name": "CMAS Three Star Diver (***)", "abbr": "CMAS ***", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-cmas-two-star-diver"], "general": ["Rescue/leadership skills per federation"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-naui-master-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-dive-leader"], "limits": ["Leadership-level recreational diving within federation rules"], "notes": "Experienced diver grade; not an instructor but high competency.", "links": ["https://www.cmas.org/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-cmas-four-star-diver", "agency": "agency-cmas", "name": "CMAS Four Star Diver (****)", "abbr": "CMAS ****", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-cmas-three-star-diver"], "general": ["Leadership and instructor prerequisites per federation"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Instructor level or equivalent in CMAS federations.", "links": ["https://www.cmas.org/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-bsac-ocean-diver", "agency": "agency-bsac", "name": "Ocean Diver", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Club membership", "Training prerequisites per BSAC"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Typical depth 20 m (66 ft) after progression", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "Club-based initial qualification in the BSAC system.", "links": ["https://www.bsac.com/training/learn-to-dive/ocean-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-bsac-sports-diver", "agency": "agency-bsac", "name": "Sports Diver", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-bsac-ocean-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer"], "limits": [ "Progressive depth increases (commonly up to 35 m/115 ft with experience sign-offs)", "Planned decompression techniques via BSAC training pathways" ], "notes": "Adds rescue elements and progression to deeper depths.", "links": ["https://www.bsac.com/training/grow-your-skills/sports-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-bsac-dive-leader", "agency": "agency-bsac", "name": "Dive Leader", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-bsac-sports-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-rescue-diver", "cert-padi-divemaster"], "limits": ["Dive management responsibilities within club framework"], "notes": "Leadership qualification preparing for instructor progression.", "links": ["https://www.bsac.com/training/lead-others/dive-leader/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-bsac-advanced-diver", "agency": "agency-bsac", "name": "Advanced Diver", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-bsac-sports-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["Extended depth and experience"], "notes": "BSAC advanced recreational level.", "links": ["https://www.bsac.com/training/grow-your-skills/advanced-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-bsac-first-class-diver", "agency": "agency-bsac", "name": "First Class Diver", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-bsac-advanced-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["High-level recreational and technical skills"], "notes": "BSAC's highest non-leadership diver grade.", "links": ["https://www.bsac.com/training/grow-your-skills/first-class-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-fundamentals", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "GUE Fundamentals", "abbr": "Fundies", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["DIR-F"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["OWD-equivalent certification", "Recent diving experience"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["Not a depth rating; skill and configuration standardization"], "notes": "Performance-based pass (rec/tech rating) gating higher GUE training.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/recreational/gue-fundamentals"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-tech-1", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "Tech 1", "abbr": "T1", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-gue-fundamentals"], "general": ["GUE Fundamentals passed at tech rating", "Experience prerequisites per GUE"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox", "cert-tdi-decompression-procedures", "cert-padi-tec-45"], "limits": ["Helitrox/trimix as per course standards", "Staged decompression within course limits"], "notes": "Standardized team-protocol technical course.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/technical/gue-tech-1"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-tech-2", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "Tech 2", "abbr": "T2", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-gue-tech-1"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-trimix-diver", "cert-padi-tec-trimix-diver"], "limits": ["Hypoxic trimix dives within course limits", "Multiple deco gases"], "notes": "Advanced team-based helium diving.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/technical/gue-tech-2"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-recreational-diver-1", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "Recreational Diver 1", "abbr": "Rec 1", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age per GUE standards", "Medical clearance"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-owd"], "limits": ["Recreational limits within GUE standards"], "notes": "GUE's entry-level recreational certification with standardized equipment configuration.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/recreational/recreational-diver-1"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-recreational-diver-2", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "Recreational Diver 2", "abbr": "Rec 2", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-gue-recreational-diver-1"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-aowd"], "limits": ["Extended depth training within GUE recreational standards"], "notes": "GUE advanced recreational level.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/recreational/recreational-diver-2"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-recreational-diver-3", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "Recreational Diver 3", "abbr": "Rec 3", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-gue-recreational-diver-2"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["Advanced recreational diving with GUE protocols"], "notes": "Highest GUE recreational level.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/recreational/recreational-diver-3"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-cave-1", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "Cave 1", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-gue-fundamentals"], "general": ["GUE Fundamentals passed at tech rating"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-intro-to-cave-diver"], "limits": ["Limited cave penetration", "Simple navigation", "Single tanks or stages per standards"], "notes": "GUE's standardized cave training level 1.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/cave/cave-1"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-gue-cave-2", "agency": "agency-gue", "name": "Cave 2", "abbr": "Cave 2", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-gue-cave-1"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-full-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-full-cave-diver"], "limits": ["Complex navigation", "Multiple stages", "DPV use per standards"], "notes": "GUE's highest cave certification with advanced techniques.", "links": ["https://www.gue.com/training/cave/cave-2"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-advanced-nitrox-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Advanced Nitrox Diver", "abbr": "AN", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Appropriate recreational prerequisites", "Nitrox training"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox", "cert-padi-tec-40"], "limits": ["High-O2 mixes for accelerated decompression when paired with deco training"], "notes": "IANTD pioneered nitrox training; pathways vary by region.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-normoxic-trimix-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Normoxic Trimix Diver", "abbr": "Normoxic TMX", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-iantd-advanced-nitrox-diver"], "general": ["Decompression training"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-trimix-diver", "cert-padi-tec-trimix-65"], "limits": ["Normoxic trimix within course limits"], "notes": "Helium-based gas management and staged decompression.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-open-water-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Open Water Diver", "abbr": "OWD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "limits": ["Recreational limits per IANTD"], "notes": "IANTD recreational entry-level.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-nitrox-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Nitrox Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "cert-tdi-nitrox-diver"], "limits": ["Nitrox up to 40% O2"], "notes": "IANTD pioneered nitrox training.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-advanced-trimix-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Advanced Trimix Diver", "abbr": "Adv TMX", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-iantd-normoxic-trimix-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-trimix-diver", "cert-padi-tec-trimix-diver"], "limits": ["Hypoxic trimix for very deep dives"], "notes": "IANTD's highest open circuit trimix level.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-cavern-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Cavern Diver", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced-level recreational certification"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-cavern-diver", "cert-nsscds-cavern-diver"], "limits": ["Daylight zone only"], "notes": "IANTD cavern certification.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-intro-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Intro Cave Diver", "abbr": "Intro Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-iantd-cavern-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-intro-to-cave-diver"], "limits": ["Limited penetration"], "notes": "IANTD intro to cave.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Cave Diver", "abbr": "Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-iantd-intro-cave-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-full-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-full-cave-diver"], "limits": ["Complex navigation permitted"], "notes": "IANTD full cave certification.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-ccr-advanced-mixed-gas", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "CCR Advanced Mixed Gas Diver", "abbr": "CCR AMG", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["CCR certification", "Advanced mixed gas experience"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-100-ccr", "cert-tdi-ccr-advanced-mixed-gas-diver"], "limits": ["Advanced CCR with trimix"], "notes": "IANTD advanced CCR level.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-iantd-intro-to-tech", "agency": "agency-iantd", "name": "Intro to Tech", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced recreational certification"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-tech", "cert-raid-intro-to-tech"], "limits": [], "notes": "Technical diving skills foundation.", "links": ["https://www.iantd.com/pages/courses.php"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-open-water-20", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Open Water 20", "abbr": "OW20", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Training to 20 m (66 ft)", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "RAID entry-level autonomous diver certification.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/ow20/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-explorer-30", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Explorer 30", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-open-water-20"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer"], "limits": ["Recommended to 30 m (100 ft) with deep module", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "Post-OW structured experience with adventure dives.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/explorer-30/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-deco-40", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Decompression Procedures 40", "abbr": "Deco 40", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Intermediate/advanced recreational training", "Nitrox and deep training per standards"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox", "cert-tdi-decompression-procedures", "cert-padi-tec-40"], "limits": ["Limited decompression per course standards", "One decompression gas"], "notes": "Bridge from recreational to technical in RAID pathway.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/deco-40/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-nitrox", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Nitrox", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "cert-ssi-enriched-air-nitrox-40", "cert-sdi-computer-nitrox"], "limits": ["Nitrox up to 40% O2"], "notes": "Basic nitrox certification.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/nitrox/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-ccr-40", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "CCR 40", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent", "Unit-specific prerequisites"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-40-ccr", "cert-tdi-ccr-air-diluent-diver"], "limits": ["CCR with air or nitrox diluent", "Unit-specific configuration"], "notes": "Entry-level CCR certification - RAID's specialty.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/ccr-40/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-ccr-60", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "CCR 60", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-ccr-40"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-60-ccr", "cert-tdi-ccr-helitrox-diver"], "limits": ["CCR with helitrox diluent", "Staged decompression"], "notes": "Intermediate CCR level with helium.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/ccr-60/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-ccr-100", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "CCR 100", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-ccr-60"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-tec-100-ccr", "cert-tdi-ccr-advanced-mixed-gas-diver"], "limits": ["Advanced trimix CCR diving", "Complex decompression"], "notes": "Advanced CCR level.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/ccr-100/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-ccr-120", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "CCR 120", "category": "rebreather", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-ccr-100"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["Very deep CCR diving with hypoxic trimix", "Extensive decompression"], "notes": "Highest CCR level in RAID system.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/ccr-120/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-trimix-1", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Trimix 1", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-deco-40"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-trimix-diver", "cert-padi-tec-trimix-65"], "limits": ["Normoxic trimix"], "notes": "First level trimix for RAID.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/trimix-1/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-trimix-2", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Trimix 2", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-trimix-1"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-trimix-diver", "cert-padi-tec-trimix-diver"], "limits": ["Hypoxic trimix for very deep dives"], "notes": "Advanced trimix level in RAID.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/trimix-2/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-cavern-diver", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Cavern Diver", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced-level recreational certification"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-cavern-diver", "cert-nsscds-cavern-diver"], "limits": ["Daylight zone only"], "notes": "RAID cavern certification.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/cavern/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-intro-to-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Intro to Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-cavern-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-intro-to-cave-diver"], "limits": ["Limited penetration"], "notes": "RAID intro to cave.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/intro-to-cave/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-cave-2", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Cave 2", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-raid-intro-to-cave-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-full-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-full-cave-diver"], "limits": ["Complex navigation permitted"], "notes": "Full cave certification in RAID system.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/cave-2/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-raid-intro-to-tech", "agency": "agency-raid", "name": "Intro to Tech", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced recreational certification"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-tech"], "limits": [], "notes": "Technical diving skills foundation.", "links": ["https://diveraid.com/courses/intro-to-tech/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Scuba Diver", "abbr": "SD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": ["Open Water Scuba Diver"], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Recommended max depth 18 m (60 ft)", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "NAUI entry-level autonomous diver certification.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-advanced-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Advanced Scuba Diver", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-naui-scuba-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-aowd", "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer", "cert-sdi-advanced-adventure-diver"], "limits": ["Recommended training to 30 m (100 ft)", "No decompression dives"], "notes": "NAUI's advanced recreational step.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-rescue-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Rescue Diver", "abbr": "RD", "category": "rescue", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-naui-advanced-scuba-diver"], "general": ["Current first aid/CPR"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-rescue-diver", "cert-ssi-diver-stress-and-rescue", "cert-sdi-rescue-diver"], "limits": ["Not a depth rating"], "notes": "Required for leadership path.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-master-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Master Scuba Diver", "abbr": "MSD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-naui-rescue-diver"], "general": ["Four NAUI specialty certifications", "Minimum 50 logged dives"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-master-scuba-diver", "cert-ssi-master-diver", "cert-sdi-master-scuba-diver"], "limits": ["Recognition rating"], "notes": "NAUI's highest non-professional recognition rating.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-divemaster", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Divemaster", "abbr": "DM", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-naui-rescue-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum 50 logged dives", "Current CPR/First Aid"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-divemaster", "cert-ssi-dive-guide", "cert-sdi-divemaster"], "limits": ["May supervise certified divers", "May assist with training"], "notes": "NAUI professional-level certification.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-nitrox-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Nitrox Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-enriched-air-diver", "cert-ssi-enriched-air-nitrox-40", "cert-sdi-computer-nitrox"], "limits": ["Nitrox up to 40% O2"], "notes": "Basic nitrox certification.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-deep-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Deep Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced-level certification"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-deep-diver", "cert-ssi-deep-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Deep diving to 40 m (130 ft).", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-wreck-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Wreck Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-wreck-diver", "cert-ssi-wreck-diving"], "limits": [], "notes": "Wreck diving techniques.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-night-diver", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Night Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-night-diver", "cert-ssi-night-limited-visibility"], "limits": [], "notes": "Night diving techniques.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-naui-navigation", "agency": "agency-naui", "name": "Navigation", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-underwater-navigator", "cert-ssi-navigation"], "limits": [], "notes": "Underwater navigation techniques.", "links": ["https://www.naui.org/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-nsscds-cavern-diver", "agency": "agency-nss-cds", "name": "Cavern Diver", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced-level recreational certification", "Buoyancy and guideline skills training per standards"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-cavern-diver", "cert-iantd-cavern-diver", "cert-raid-cavern-diver"], "limits": [ "Cavern zone only: daylight zone, within linear/penetration limits per standards", "No decompression unless otherwise qualified", "No complex navigation" ], "notes": "First step in the cave progression.", "links": ["https://nsscds.org/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-nsscds-intro-to-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-nss-cds", "name": "Intro to Cave Diver", "abbr": "Intro Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-nsscds-cavern-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-cave-diver", "cert-iantd-intro-cave-diver", "cert-raid-intro-to-cave-diver"], "limits": ["Limited penetration distance and simple navigation", "No complex circuits/siphons unless trained"], "notes": "Bridges cavern to full cave with conservative limits.", "links": ["https://nsscds.org/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-nsscds-full-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-nss-cds", "name": "Full Cave Diver", "abbr": "Full Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-nsscds-intro-to-cave-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-full-cave-diver", "cert-iantd-cave-diver", "cert-raid-cave-2"], "limits": [ "Complex navigation permitted within training", "Stages and decompression only if separately qualified" ], "notes": "Highest cave qualification in many agency frameworks.", "links": ["https://nsscds.org/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-cdaa-basic-cave", "agency": "agency-cdaa", "name": "Basic Cave", "abbr": "Basic Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [ "Advanced Open Water recreational certification or equivalent", "Minimum 50 dives post Open Water", "Minimum 25 hours bottom time", "At least 2 night dives and 5 dives deeper than 20 m", "Minimum age 18 years", "Successfully complete a diving medical statement" ] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-nsscds-cavern-diver"], "limits": [ "Cavern sites: Maximum depth 20 m, daylight always visible, maximum linear penetration 40 m", "Sinkhole sites: Large passages (no restrictions too small for two divers adjacent), maximum linear penetration 40 m into overhead areas", "Recommended maximum depth 40 m on air" ], "notes": "Entry-level cave certification covering cavern and sinkhole sites; includes first year CDAA membership. Equivalent of 5 full days of theory and diving. Australian CDAA site categories apply.", "links": ["https://www.cavedivers.com.au/basic-cave"], "updated_at": "2025-11-03T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-cdaa-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-cdaa", "name": "Cave Diver", "abbr": "Cave Diver", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-cdaa-basic-cave"], "general": ["Minimum 20 basic cave dives in at least 2 different sites", "Minimum 10 hours total bottom time"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-intro-to-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-intro-to-cave-diver"], "limits": [ "Enclosed cave environment with overhangs, silt, and darkness zones", "Passages large enough for two divers to swim adjacent and turn around together", "Maximum penetration 1/3 of twin cylinder gas supply", "No complex staged decompression unless separately qualified" ], "notes": "Develops practical skills and knowledge to safely undertake diving activities in cave sites. Cave sites differ from cavern/sinkhole sites by having darker environments and more complex conditions.", "links": ["https://www.cavedivers.com.au/cave"], "updated_at": "2025-11-03T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-cdaa-advanced-cave-diver", "agency": "agency-cdaa", "name": "Advanced Cave Diver", "abbr": "Advanced Cave", "category": "cave", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-cdaa-cave-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-full-cave-diver", "cert-nsscds-full-cave-diver"], "limits": [ "Complex interlinked passages", "Advanced cave sites with staged decompression requirements", "Requires appropriate decompression training for staged dives" ], "notes": "Develops minimum skills and knowledge for advanced (staged) cave diving including planning, organization, procedures, techniques, self-reliance and problem solving. Ongoing education and experience expected.", "links": ["https://www.cavedivers.com.au/advanced-cave"], "updated_at": "2025-11-03T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-aida-1", "agency": "agency-aida-international", "name": "AIDA 1", "abbr": "AIDA 1", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic water comfort", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-1", "cert-apnea-academy-level-1"], "limits": ["Introductory freediving knowledge/skills"], "notes": "First step in the AIDA education ladder.", "links": ["https://www.aidainternational.org/Education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-aida-2", "agency": "agency-aida-international", "name": "AIDA 2", "abbr": "AIDA 2", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-aida-1"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-1", "cert-apnea-academy-level-1"], "limits": ["Fundamental open water freediving skills and safety"], "notes": "Common entry level for autonomous freedivers.", "links": ["https://www.aidainternational.org/Education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-aida-3", "agency": "agency-aida-international", "name": "AIDA 3", "abbr": "AIDA 3", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-aida-2"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-2"], "limits": ["Intermediate freediving with deeper capabilities"], "notes": "Intermediate AIDA freediving level.", "links": ["https://www.aidainternational.org/Education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-aida-4", "agency": "agency-aida-international", "name": "AIDA 4", "abbr": "AIDA 4", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-aida-3"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-3"], "limits": ["Advanced freediving depths and techniques"], "notes": "Advanced AIDA freediving level.", "links": ["https://www.aidainternational.org/Education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-aida-master", "agency": "agency-aida-international", "name": "AIDA Master", "abbr": "AIDA Master", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-aida-4"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-4"], "limits": ["Expert level freediving"], "notes": "AIDA's highest non-instructor level.", "links": ["https://www.aidainternational.org/Education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-molchanovs-wave-1", "agency": "agency-molchanovs", "name": "Wave 1", "abbr": "W1", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic water comfort", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-2", "cert-apnea-academy-level-1"], "limits": ["Introductory depth and pool disciplines per standards"], "notes": "Molchanovs progression Wave 1–4.", "links": ["https://molchanovs.com/freediving-education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-molchanovs-wave-2", "agency": "agency-molchanovs", "name": "Wave 2", "abbr": "W2", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-1"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-3"], "limits": ["Intermediate depth and performance"], "notes": "Molchanovs Wave 2.", "links": ["https://molchanovs.com/freediving-education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-molchanovs-wave-3", "agency": "agency-molchanovs", "name": "Wave 3", "abbr": "W3", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-2"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-4"], "limits": ["Advanced freediving"], "notes": "Molchanovs Wave 3.", "links": ["https://molchanovs.com/freediving-education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-molchanovs-wave-4", "agency": "agency-molchanovs", "name": "Wave 4", "abbr": "W4", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-molchanovs-wave-3"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-master"], "limits": ["Expert level freediving"], "notes": "Molchanovs Wave 4 - highest level.", "links": ["https://molchanovs.com/freediving-education"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-pfi-freediver", "agency": "agency-pfi", "name": "Freediver", "abbr": "Freediver", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic water comfort", "Medical clearance"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-2", "cert-molchanovs-wave-1"], "limits": ["Entry level freediving"], "notes": "PFI entry level freediving certification.", "links": ["https://www.performancefreediving.com/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-pfi-intermediate-freediver", "agency": "agency-pfi", "name": "Intermediate Freediver", "abbr": "Int Freediver", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-pfi-freediver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-3"], "limits": ["Intermediate freediving"], "notes": "PFI intermediate freediving.", "links": ["https://www.performancefreediving.com/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-pfi-advanced-freediver", "agency": "agency-pfi", "name": "Advanced Freediver", "abbr": "Adv Freediver", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-pfi-intermediate-freediver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-4"], "limits": ["Advanced freediving"], "notes": "PFI advanced freediving.", "links": ["https://www.performancefreediving.com/certifications/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-apnea-academy-level-1", "agency": "agency-apnea-academy", "name": "Level 1 Freediver", "abbr": "L1", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic water comfort"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-1", "cert-molchanovs-wave-1"], "limits": ["Entry level freediving"], "notes": "Apnea Academy entry level.", "links": ["https://www.apnea-academy.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-andi-level-1-sport-diver", "agency": "agency-andi", "name": "Level 1 — Sport Diver", "abbr": "L1", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver"], "limits": ["Recreational limits per ANDI standards"], "notes": "ANDI recreational entry-level certification.", "links": ["https://www.andidiving.com/en/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-protec-extended-range", "agency": "agency-protec", "name": "Extended Range", "abbr": "XR", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced recreational training", "Nitrox and deco competencies per standards"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-extended-range", "cert-padi-tec-50", "cert-raid-deco-40"], "limits": ["Deeper dives with staged decompression within ProTec standards"], "notes": "ProTec XR program for staged decompression diving.", "links": ["https://protec-diving.com/en/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ise-technical-foundation", "agency": "agency-ise", "name": "Technical Foundation", "abbr": "Tech Foundation", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Advanced recreational certification", "Solid buoyancy/trim"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-gue-fundamentals"], "limits": ["Not a depth rating; skills-based for technical path"], "notes": "ISE gateway course into standardization for tech/cave.", "links": ["https://www.is-expl.com/education/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-swedtech-advanced-nitrox", "agency": "agency-swedtech", "name": "Advanced Nitrox", "abbr": "AN", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Nitrox and deep experience per standards"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-tdi-advanced-nitrox", "cert-iantd-advanced-nitrox-diver"], "limits": ["High-O2 mixes for deco when paired with deco training"], "notes": "European technical curriculum (OC/CCR).", "links": ["https://swedtechdiving.se/courses/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-efr-primary-care", "agency": "agency-efr", "name": "Primary Care (CPR)", "abbr": "EFR Primary", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-dan-cpr", "cert-ssi-react-right-primary"], "limits": [], "notes": "CPR and basic first aid; often required for Rescue Diver certification.", "links": ["https://www.emergencyfirstresponse.com/courses/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-efr-secondary-care", "agency": "agency-efr", "name": "Secondary Care (First Aid)", "abbr": "EFR Secondary", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-dan-first-aid"], "limits": [], "notes": "First aid training; often paired with Primary Care.", "links": ["https://www.emergencyfirstresponse.com/courses/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-efr-care-for-children", "agency": "agency-efr", "name": "Care for Children", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "CPR and first aid for children and infants.", "links": ["https://www.emergencyfirstresponse.com/courses/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-dan-oxygen-provider", "agency": "agency-dan", "name": "Oxygen Provider", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-emergency-oxygen-provider", "cert-ssi-oxygen-provider"], "limits": [], "notes": "Emergency oxygen administration for diving injuries.", "links": ["https://dan.org/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-dan-cpr", "agency": "agency-dan", "name": "Basic Life Support: CPR & AED", "abbr": "DAN BLS", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-efr-primary-care"], "limits": [], "notes": "CPR and AED training.", "links": ["https://dan.org/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-dan-first-aid", "agency": "agency-dan", "name": "First Aid", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-efr-secondary-care"], "limits": [], "notes": "Basic first aid training.", "links": ["https://dan.org/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-dan-diving-emergency-management-provider", "agency": "agency-dan", "name": "Diving Emergency Management Provider", "abbr": "DEMP", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Comprehensive diving emergency response training.", "links": ["https://dan.org/training/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-firstresponse-ed-oxygen-administration", "agency": "agency-firstresponse-ed", "name": "O2 Administration", "abbr": "O2", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-dan-oxygen-provider", "cert-padi-emergency-oxygen-provider", "cert-ssi-oxygen-provider"], "limits": [], "notes": "Emergency oxygen administration for diving injuries; not a diving certification. OSHA & ILCoR compliant.", "links": ["https://www.firstresponse-ed.com/"], "updated_at": "2025-11-03T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-erdi-public-safety-diver", "agency": "agency-erdi", "name": "Public Safety Diver", "abbr": "PSD", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent", "Law enforcement or emergency services personnel"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Public safety diving for law enforcement and emergency response.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/erdi/get-certified/public-safety-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-erdi-underwater-crime-scene-investigator", "agency": "agency-erdi", "name": "Underwater Crime Scene Investigator", "abbr": "UCSI", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-erdi-public-safety-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Underwater crime scene investigation and evidence recovery.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/erdi/get-certified/underwater-crime-scene-investigator/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-erdi-search-and-recovery", "agency": "agency-erdi", "name": "Search and Recovery", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-erdi-public-safety-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Public safety search and recovery operations.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/erdi/get-certified/search-and-recovery/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-erdi-confined-space-diver", "agency": "agency-erdi", "name": "Confined Space Diver", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-erdi-public-safety-diver"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Diving in confined spaces for public safety.", "links": ["https://www.tdisdi.com/erdi/get-certified/confined-space-diver/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ssi-oxygen-provider", "agency": "agency-ssi", "name": "React Right Oxygen Provider", "category": "other", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-dan-oxygen-provider", "cert-padi-emergency-oxygen-provider"], "limits": [], "notes": "Emergency oxygen provider training.", "links": ["https://www.divessi.com/en/certifications/other/react-right-oxygen-provider"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-utd-recreational-1", "agency": "agency-utd", "name": "Recreational 1", "abbr": "Rec 1", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-owd", "cert-gue-recreational-diver-1"], "limits": ["Recreational limits per UTD standards"], "notes": "UTD entry-level with team-based approach.", "links": ["https://utdscubadiving.com/courses/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-utd-essentials", "agency": "agency-utd", "name": "Essentials", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Open Water Diver or equivalent"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-gue-fundamentals"], "limits": [], "notes": "UTD skills and equipment standardization course.", "links": ["https://utdscubadiving.com/courses/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-utd-tech-1", "agency": "agency-utd", "name": "Tech 1", "abbr": "T1", "category": "technical", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-utd-essentials"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-gue-tech-1"], "limits": ["Helium-based mixes", "Staged decompression"], "notes": "UTD technical level 1.", "links": ["https://utdscubadiving.com/courses/"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ffessm-niveau-1", "agency": "agency-ffessm", "name": "Niveau 1 (Plongeur Encadré 20m)", "abbr": "N1/PE20", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years", "Medical certificate"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-cmas-one-star-diver", "cert-padi-owd"], "limits": ["Supervised to 20 m or autonomous to 12 m with appropriate certification"], "notes": "French entry-level CMAS certification.", "links": ["https://ffessm.fr/pratiquer/formations"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ffessm-niveau-2", "agency": "agency-ffessm", "name": "Niveau 2 (Plongeur Autonome 20m)", "abbr": "N2/PA20", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ffessm-niveau-1"], "general": ["Experience per FFESSM"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-cmas-two-star-diver", "cert-padi-aowd"], "limits": ["Autonomous to 20 m, supervised to 40 m"], "notes": "French intermediate CMAS level.", "links": ["https://ffessm.fr/pratiquer/formations"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ffessm-niveau-3", "agency": "agency-ffessm", "name": "Niveau 3 (Plongeur Autonome 60m)", "abbr": "N3/PA60", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ffessm-niveau-2"], "general": ["Experience and skills per FFESSM"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-cmas-three-star-diver"], "limits": ["Autonomous to 60 m within French system"], "notes": "French advanced CMAS level.", "links": ["https://ffessm.fr/pratiquer/formations"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-ffessm-niveau-4", "agency": "agency-ffessm", "name": "Niveau 4 (Guide de Palanquée)", "abbr": "N4/GP", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-ffessm-niveau-3"], "general": ["Leadership skills per FFESSM"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": [], "notes": "Leadership/guide level in French system.", "links": ["https://ffessm.fr/pratiquer/formations"], "updated_at": "2025-10-31T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-scuba-diver", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Scuba Diver", "abbr": "SD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Minimum age 10 years", "Medical clearance as required", "Basic swimming ability"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-scuba-diver", "cert-ssi-scuba-diver", "cert-sdi-scuba-diver"], "limits": [ "Training-level certification", "Must dive under direct supervision of a professional", "Maximum depth 12 m (40 ft)", "No decompression dives", "No overhead environment" ], "notes": "Entry-level subset of Open Water; upgrade path to OWD.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-open-water-diver", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Open Water Diver", "abbr": "OWD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": [ "Minimum age 10 years (or 15 for full certification)", "Basic swimming ability", "Medical clearance as required" ] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-owd", "cert-ssi-open-water-diver", "cert-sdi-open-water-scuba-diver", "cert-naui-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-ocean-diver", "cert-cmas-one-star-diver" ], "limits": ["Recommended max depth 18 m (60 ft)", "No decompression dives", "No overhead environment"], "notes": "Core entry-level ISO-certified qualification for autonomous recreational diving within limits.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-advanced-open-water", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Advanced Open Water", "abbr": "AOWD", "category": "recreational", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-open-water-diver"], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-aowd", "cert-ssi-advanced-adventurer", "cert-sdi-advanced-adventure-diver", "cert-naui-advanced-scuba-diver", "cert-bsac-sports-diver", "cert-cmas-two-star-diver" ], "limits": [ "Recommended max depth 30 m (100 ft) for adults, 21 m (70 ft) for 12-14 years", "No decompression dives", "No overhead environment" ], "notes": "Advanced recreational diving extending depth training to 30 m.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-rescue-diver", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Rescue", "abbr": "RD", "category": "rescue", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-advanced-open-water"], "general": ["Minimum age 12 years", "Current CPR/First Aid certification"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-rescue-diver", "cert-ssi-diver-stress-and-rescue", "cert-sdi-rescue-diver", "cert-naui-rescue-diver", "cert-bsac-dive-leader" ], "limits": ["Not a depth rating", "Focus on problem prevention and management"], "notes": "Required for leadership tracks.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-deep-diver", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Deep Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-advanced-open-water"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-deep-diver", "cert-ssi-deep-diving", "cert-sdi-deep-diver", "cert-naui-deep-diver"], "limits": ["Training to dive to 40 m (130 ft) within recreational limits", "No staged decompression"], "notes": "Extends recreational depth training to the 40 m recreational limit.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-wreck-diver", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Wreck Diver", "category": "specialty", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-advanced-open-water"], "general": ["Minimum age 15 years"] }, "equivalent_to": [ "cert-padi-wreck-diver", "cert-ssi-wreck-diving", "cert-sdi-wreck-diver", "cert-naui-wreck-diver" ], "limits": ["External wreck exploration", "Limited penetration within daylight zone"], "notes": "Covers wreck diving techniques, hazards, and marine archaeology ethics.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-divemaster", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Divemaster", "abbr": "DM", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-rescue-diver"], "general": [ "Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum 40 logged dives to start, 60 to certify", "Current CPR/First Aid or equivalent", "Medical clearance within 12 months" ] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-padi-divemaster", "cert-ssi-dive-guide", "cert-sdi-divemaster", "cert-naui-divemaster"], "limits": ["May supervise certified divers", "May assist with training", "May not conduct courses independently"], "notes": "First professional-level rating in ISC system.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-assistant-instructor", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Assistant Instructor", "abbr": "AI", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-divemaster"], "general": ["Minimum age 18 years", "Minimum logged dives per ISC standards", "Current CPR/First Aid"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["May assist instructors with training", "May not independently certify divers"], "notes": "Bridge to full instructor status.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-open-water-instructor", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Open Water Instructor", "abbr": "OWSI", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-assistant-instructor"], "general": [ "Minimum age 18 years", "Complete Instructor Development Course", "Pass Instructor Examination", "Current CPR/First Aid" ] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["May teach and certify divers up to leadership level within certification"], "notes": "Qualified to independently conduct ISC courses.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-instructor-trainer", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Instructor Trainer", "abbr": "IT", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-open-water-instructor"], "general": [ "Extensive teaching experience", "Minimum certifications issued per ISC standards", "Instructor Trainer Course completion" ] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["May train and certify instructors"], "notes": "Highest professional level - trains and evaluates instructor candidates.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-snorkeler", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Snorkeler", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic water comfort", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["Surface swimming with snorkel", "No breath-hold diving"], "notes": "Entry-level snorkeling certification.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-free-diver-5m", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Free Diver 5 meters / 16 feet", "abbr": "FD 5m", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": [], "general": ["Basic water comfort", "Medical clearance as required"] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-1"], "limits": ["Maximum depth 5 m (16 ft)"], "notes": "Introductory freediving level.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-free-diver-16m", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Free Diver 16m/52ft", "abbr": "FD 16m", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-free-diver-5m"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-2", "cert-molchanovs-wave-1"], "limits": ["Maximum depth 16 m (52 ft)"], "notes": "Basic freediving certification with open water skills.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-advanced-free-diver-24m", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Advanced Free Diver 24m/79ft", "abbr": "AFD 24m", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-free-diver-16m"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-3", "cert-molchanovs-wave-2"], "limits": ["Maximum depth 24 m (79 ft)"], "notes": "Advanced freediving with deeper capabilities.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-master-free-diver-32m", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Master Free Diver 32m/105ft", "abbr": "MFD 32m", "category": "freediving", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-advanced-free-diver-24m"], "general": [] }, "equivalent_to": ["cert-aida-4", "cert-molchanovs-wave-3"], "limits": ["Maximum depth 32 m (105 ft)"], "notes": "Expert level freediving with advanced techniques.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-snorkel-instructor", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Snorkel Instructor", "category": 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["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" }, { "id": "cert-isc-freediver-instructor-trainer", "agency": "agency-isc", "name": "Freediver Instructor Trainer", "abbr": "FIT", "category": "professional", "status": "active", "historical_names": [], "prerequisites": { "certifications": ["cert-isc-freediver-instructor"], "general": [ "Extensive teaching experience", "Minimum certifications issued per ISC standards", "Instructor Trainer Course completion" ] }, "equivalent_to": [], "limits": ["May train and certify freediving instructors"], "notes": "Highest freediving professional level - trains and evaluates instructor candidates.", "links": ["https://www.diveisc.com/courses"], "updated_at": "2025-11-16T12:00:00Z" } ] }