SSI Master Diver

Course Overview & Training Objectives

The highest non-professional recreational rating in the SSI system, representing superior watermanship, safety mastery, and real-world dive experience. Awarded automatically once a diver logs 50 open water dives and completes 5 full specialty programs including Diver Stress & Rescue (or 4 specialties + Stress & Rescue). Recognizes the diver as an experienced, self-reliant leader in recreational diving.

Operational Envelope

• Max Depth: 40m (130ft)
• Decompression: No decompression
• Breathing Gases: Air or Nitrox
• Equipment Rig: Single cylinder

Course Structure & Training Requirements

• Course Duration: Experience Rating / Milestone

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

SSI Diver Stress & Rescue certification, 4 full SSI Specialty certifications, and minimum 50 logged open water dives; min age 12