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How long does a PADI course take?
Depending on which course you are taking the times vary slightly but they all take approximately 8 hours to complete. You can stop and start your study as much as you like and carry on when you next log back. The eLearning course will be available for one year from the time of course registration.
How long does it take to get a PADI Licence?
Getting PADI® certified takes determination, and drive to really get it done. The prize is an opportunity to dive underwater, witnessing the world from a whole new perspective. In some places, you can get PADI® certified in 48 hours. Caribbean resorts like Sandals allow you to do this as part of your holiday!
How long does it take to complete the online PADI course?
approximately 12-15 hours
What is the minimum amount of time it will take to complete this eLearning program? The PADI Open Water Diver Course online will take approximately 12-15 hours to complete.
How long is the PADI test?
The PADI instructor exam or IE is usually spread over 2days. In some locations which have a large number of candidates, it can turn into a marathon extending over three days.
Is PADI certification difficult?
Getting your PADI Certification is not hard, it’s fun and it’s an incredible experience, but you do need to follow the rules to make sure that your PADI Open Water Course is also a safe experience. After you have completed the PADI course you will receive the PADI Open Water Certification Card.
Can you dive without PADI?
It is not illegal to dive without certification, but no reputable dive center or club would allow someone to dive with them without first being certified to scuba dive.
How long is PADI diving course?
The number of dives needed to complete the course means it can take anywhere between six weeks and six months to attain the certification.
How long does PADI Licence last?
Your PADI certification does not expire. Participation in PADI ReActivate™ is not mandatory, but recommended as an easy way to refresh your foundational scuba safety knowledge and skills if you haven’t been diving in a while.
How long is the PADI Open Water exam?
The quizzes have 10 questions each and the PADI Open Water Exam has 50 questions. A lot of people worry about the exam, but I can tell you now that the PADI Open Water Exam questions are very easy. Especially if you have a great Dive Instructor, you will have nothing to worry about.
How long does PADI Open Water diving take?
The PADI Open Water Diver course takes 4 days to complete, it consists of 2 half days and 2 full days of classroom and diving (theory and practical).
Is the PADI test hard?
A lot of people worry about the exam, but I can tell you now that the PADI Open Water Exam questions are very easy. Especially if you have a great Dive Instructor, you will have nothing to worry about. Great PADI Dive Instructors spend lots of time explaining all the Open Water Dive Theory to you.
What happens if you fail your PADI exam?
All PADI courses comprise the following: Knowledge development: theory work to help you understand the basic principles of scuba diving. This is reviewed in a final test in which you must score 75% or higher. If you fail, you can retake the test.
How many hours does it take to get scuba certified?
All together, your certification training will probably take about 35 hours of your time. If you are going on vacation and want to learn to dive before you go, start your training early. You will be less rushed and will enjoy your training much more.
How hard is PADI test?
So, to answer the question, “Is the PADI Open Water certification hard?”, the answer is that realistically, it is not hard at all. The average person can easily learn to dive but on the way, they will have to address psychological issues.
How long does it take to complete a PADI SCUBA course?
At Oyster Diving, our PADI dive centres UK focus on tailoring PADI courses for the individual. The time it takes to complete a scuba course depends on your diving ability and the course you have signed up to. Trial dives and Bubblemakers take as little as one and a half hours.
What is the best Padi certification for diving?
Oyster Diving’s Open Water Course is the most widely recognised diving certification and is accepted at over 5,000 dive centres worldwide. At Oyster Diving, we offer a range of PADI diving courses in the UK and overseas to suit each individuals level.
Should I continue my Padi adventure?
Continuing the adventure is one of the best moves you can make. The PADI Adventures in Diving, PADI Specialty Diver and PADI Rescue Diver programs have some great benefits. By going beyond Open Water Diver, you can:
How do I become a rescue diver?
Rescue skills can be achieved and developed in the highly acclaimed PADI Rescue Diver Course which is strongly recommended for those progressing through the PADI programme.