PADI's Enriched Air Diver Course or SSI’s Enriched Air Nitrox Course are options that you might consider if your goal is to become a scuba diver. But you might be wondering where to begin. This article will help you understand the differences and how to get started. In addition, you'll learn about online nitrox certification programs.
PADI's Enriched Air Diver course
PADI Enriched Air Diver teaches students to safely plan and prepare enriched air dives. The classroom portion is usually completed in the evening. It is computer-based. The course can be combined with other PADI courses including Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver. This course includes Nitrox dives. However, you can also complete them yourself if you wish.
Interactive multimedia presentations, audio and graphics are used to teach the course. They are simple to comprehend and remember. To test your knowledge, there are short quizzes. There is a Quick Review and two enriched air training diving sessions. The course also includes pre-dive simulations. PADI recommends that you complete the eLearning portion of the course at least one year before you plan to dive with nitrox.
SSI's Enriched Air Nitrox course
SSI's EnrichedAir Nitrox course is a great choice for divers who want to extend their bottom times and cut down on their surface intervals. This course covers everything you need to know about gas theory, proper mixing of enriched water, and marking your tank. Learn how to calculate the optimal enriched mix for your depth and plan your dives so that you make the most of enriched oxygen.
After completing an Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver course or SSI’s EnrichedAir Nitrox class, SSI will continue to provide ongoing training that will give you the skills and knowledge necessary to safely use enriched air. You will also be able to plan your next dives, minimizing the chance of getting decompression sick. After passing the exam, you can use the enriched aircylinder safely.
Online courses for nitrox certification
Online or in a classroom setting, you can earn your enriched aviation certification. You will need a computer with a diving program if you take the classroom course. It will take about an hour to complete the classroom portion of your enriched-air certification. You can combine it with an Advanced Open Water or PADI Open Water course. Online learning is also available if you have limited time. You can also complete the course online and complete the nitrox dives offline.
A dive computer, a diving cylinder and a manual are necessary for this course. Online learning options allow you to use an app that simulates a enriched aircylinder to test your skills. The EANx36 cylinder can be used in both a classroom setting and online eLearning courses. Students must be at least 12 years of age and must have a scuba computer to participate in the class.