PADI Tec 45

Course Overview & Training Objectives

The intermediate technical qualification in PADI TecRec, certifying divers to 45 meters (145 feet) with unlimited staged decompression using a single decompression stage carrying up to 100% oxygen.

Operational Envelope

• Max Depth: 45m (145ft)
• Decompression: Unlimited accelerated deco
• Breathing Gases: Air / Nitrox up to 100% O2 / Normoxic Trimix
• Equipment Rig: Manifolded Twinset or Sidemount + 1 Deco Stage

Course Structure & Training Requirements

• Course Duration: 3 to 4 Days
• Required Training Dives: 4 in-water dives
• Classroom & Theory: 12 hours instruction

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

Tec 40 + Rescue Diver + 50 logged dives (10 >30m)