SSI Open Water Instructor

Course Overview & Training Objectives

The foundational independent teaching professional in the SSI organization. Prepares candidates through the comprehensive Instructor Training Course (ITC) to teach Open Water Diver, Advanced Adventurer, Diver Stress & Rescue, and Enriched Air Nitrox. Candidates must pass an independent Instructor Evaluation (IE) administered by an SSI Certifier to achieve active teaching credentials.

Operational Envelope

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

Course Structure & Training Requirements

• Course Duration: 7 to 10 Days (ITC) + 2-Day IE
• Required Training Dives: 5 in-water dives
• Classroom & Theory: 40 hours instruction

Entry Gates & Prerequisites

SSI Assistant Instructor (or Divemaster completing full ITC), current React Right certification, medical clearance, 75 logged dives (100 to certify)