You might have looked into SSI's Enriched Air Nitrox or PADI's Enriched Air Diver courses if you are looking for online training to get your scuba diving certification. Perhaps you are wondering how to get started. This article will help you understand the differences and how to get started. You'll also learn about online certification programs for nitrox.
PADI's Enriched Air Diver course
PADI Enriched Air Diver teaches students to safely plan and prepare enriched air dives. It is mainly computer-based. The classroom portion takes approximately one evening. The course is compatible with other PADI courses, including Open Water and Advanced Open Water Diver. You can do your own nitrox dives, or they are included in this course.
The interactive multimedia presentations, audio and graphics used in the course are very easy to understand. You will be tested on your skills with short quizzes. There is a Quick Review and two enriched air training diving sessions. The course also includes pre-dive simulations. PADI recommends completing the eLearning part of the course at the least one year before diving 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 gas theory and proper mixing of enrich air. It also covers how to mark your tank. You will learn how to calculate the ideal enriched air mix for your specific depth and plan your dives in order to make the most efficient use of enriched air.
After completing the Open Water Diver or Advanced Open Water Diver courses, SSI's EnrichedAir Nitrox is an ongoing course that will equip you with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely dive with enriched water. You can also use it to plan future dives and reduce decompression sickness. After passing the exam, you can use the enriched aircylinder safely.
Online learning options available for nitrox certification
There are two ways to get your enriched air certification: in a classroom or online. You will need a dive machine to complete the classroom course. It will take about an hour to complete the classroom portion of your enriched-air certification. It is possible to combine the course with an Advanced Open Water, PADI Open Water or PADI Open Water course. If you have limited time, you can also sign up for private classes or take advantage of online learning resources. You can also complete the course online and complete the nitrox dives offline.
A manual, a cylinder and a dive computer are required for the course. An app that simulates an air enriched cylinder can be used to practice your skills if you have an online option. The EANx36 cylinder is compatible with both a classroom and an online eLearning course. Participants must be at the least 12 years old.