Nitrox Instructor
Duration: 1 Day
Dives: No dives required
Age: 18+
Course Highlights
- Learn how to teach the use of enriched air nitrox safely.
- Conduct classroom and practical sessions for nitrox diving.
- Understand the physiology of oxygen exposure and nitrox blending.
Prerequisites
- Minimum age 18
- Minimum certification as an SDI Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor or the equivalent
- Certified as basic nitrox diver, may be combined with instructor program
- Provide proof of a minimum of 10 logged nitrox dives
What You Learn
- How to instruct students on the benefits, risks, and safe use of nitrox.
- Oxygen management and exposure limits.
- Teaching gas analysis and cylinder marking for nitrox blends.
- Conducting nitrox-related exams and knowledge reviews for students.
HOW TO BEGIN?
Self-Study
Choose your preferred self-study option: receive a comprehensive course manual or detailed instructions via email to begin your learning journey. Study at your own pace before arrival to ensure you’re well-prepared. Once on-site, you’ll join classroom sessions with your instructor to review the material, clarify concepts, and solidify your knowledge, setting the stage for successful hands-on training.
Self-Study time commitment: 8-10 hours
With Your Instructor
Engage in practical, hands-on training with your instructor. You’ll develop and refine essential skills, covering everything from equipment setup to advanced diving techniques. Your instructor will guide you through real-world scenarios, ensuring you’re fully prepared to dive independently. This immersive training builds your confidence and competence, equipping you to safely and efficiently explore the underwater world.
Diving time commitment: 1 Day
COURSE DETAILS
Includes: TDI Nitrox Instructor course manual
Excludes: Nitrox tank fills and analysis kit, personal equipment rental
