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Science of Diving - SSI

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Science of Diving - SSI

During the online course and classroom time you will dive deep into the fascinating realms of physics, physiology, decompression theory, the aquatic environment, and diving equipment with our comprehensive program. Uncover the secrets of the underwater world like never before.

Why Should I complete the SSI Science of Diving?

Gaining an indepth knowledge to diving theory and dive equipment will help you develop a complete understanding of the underwater world and its effects on the human body.

This course is a pre-requisite to the SSI Divemaster certification however it is available for any qualified diver to find out more.  

What Do I need to start the SSI Science of Diving?

  • Open Water Diver
  • The ambition to learn and understand more about the physics, physiology, decompression theory, the aquatic environment and general diving equipment.

What Will I do during the SSI Science of Diving?

You will work through the online elearning at your leisure and then spend time with us in the classroom consolidating and looking at various aspects of the theory and dive equipment you have been reading about.

How Long will the SSI Science of Diving Take?

After completing the online element we offer you the opportunity to come into the classroom (or virtual) for between 2 - 4 hours to consolidate and answer any questions that you might have.  

Any Other Costs?

Personal travel costs are not included

Whats Next after the SSI Science of Diving Course?

  1. Not ready to be a dive profession and work towards and achieve your SSI Divemaster Certification; then
  2. Complete the Equipment Techniques course and find out much more about diving equipment and what you should do to maintain and what first line fixes you can safely undertake; or
  3. Complete the React Right course to consolidate and find out more about First Aid and responding to medical emergencies
  4. Try out a Full Face Mask with a Try Dive or complete a full Face Mask diving certification


Prior to any Diver training course students need to complete a Mandatory Medical Questionaire.

Please ensure that you have read the Medical Statement and are sure that you will be able to commence any diver training PRIOR to paying as our Training Terms Conditions apply after payment has been made.

A doctor's confirmation of fitness to dive is required if you answer YES to any medical condition on the Medical Statement.

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I cannot rate Dive Rutland high enough. Tracey, Bridget and all the team have shown me unending patience and understanding and I have got my open water certification. Thank you to you all for sharing your knowledge and tips. Can't wait to start my next course.

Carrie Spence

Northampton, UK

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We are lucky to have a top notch Dive school on our doorstep in the form of Dive Rutland, My thanks to Bridget my instructor for her endless enthusiasm both in the theory and the practical applications of diving. Then to Tracey again for your skill and excellent support and for putting together a great community of divers who have helped and supported us.

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Bytham, UK

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Friendly, professional and committed to ensuring you get the best diving training and diving experiences, whilst upholding the highest of standards. Tracey and her team offer everything you need from newbie to experienced diver. Highly recommended.

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Leicester, UK