The ISC Open Water Diver certification is the best way to begin your lifelong adventure as a certified open water diver. Personalized training combined with in-water practice sessions ensures you have all the skills and experience required for success.
By the end of the course, you'll have the skills and knowledge to dive with local dive centers or travel to more exotic locations.
Open Water Diver ISO 24801-2
Prerequisites
To be eligible for in-water training, a swim fitness assessment must be passed. This test is to determine your comfort level in the water and includes:
- Swim fitness assessment
- Tread water
Medical requirements
You must be medically fit to dive. When you enrol in a course, you will complete the medical screening form, determining if written approval from a doctor is required.
Common questions
What certification do I earn from the Open Water Diver?
Open Water Diver ISO 24801-2
What are the prerequisites for the Open Water Diver?
To be eligible for in-water training, a swim fitness assessment must be passed. This test is to determine your comfort level in the water and includes: Swim fitness assessment Tread water Minimum age: 10 yrs.
How deep can I dive with the Open Water Diver?
The Open Water Diver qualifies you to dive to a maximum depth of 18 m / 60 ft.
Is the Open Water Diver certification internationally recognised?
Yes — ISC is ISO-accredited and independently audited by the European Underwater Federation (EUF), so your Open Water Diver certification is recognised by dive centres worldwide.
