Deep Diver (v.5)
  • Type Validation
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Months
Additional Details

Deep Diver (v.5)

Issued by Professional Association of Diving Instructors (PADI)

The objective of the PADI Deep Diver course is to familiarize divers with the knowledge, skills, techniques and procedures necessary to safely plan, organize and participate in deep dives between the depths of 60 feet/18 metres to 130 feet/40 metres.

  • Type Validation
  • Level Foundational
  • Time Months
Additional Details

Skills

Earning Criteria

  • The methods of assessment include quizzes, performance rubrics/checklists, evaluation of skills during four open water training dives and more with a minimum passing score of 75%.
  • Instructional strategies include: audio visual materials, laboratory, discussion, computer-based training, practical exercises, lectures.

Endorsements

  • American Council on Education

    American Council on Education

    This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 1 college credits. For more information about ACE Learning Evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu.
  • American Council on Education

    American Council on Education

    1 semester hour in diving physiology in the lower-division undergraduate category