Does rescue diver certification expire?

*Your Rescue Diver certification does not expire. Participation in Rescue Refresher is not mandatory, but recommended as an easy way to refresh your scuba rescue knowledge and skills.

When should you book a refresher dive?

PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) recommends divers refresh their skills after 6 months of inactivity.

How long is a scuba refresher course?

3-4 hours
In the water, your PADI Professional will help you regain comfort and confidence in scuba diving. You’ll practice a few safety-related skills and then go over anything you specifically want to review. The Refresher program can be completed in one Confined Pool Session. This will take 3-4 hours.

Do I need to do a refresher dive?

If a diver was certified Open Water but made no other dives after the course, then it would be sensible to do a refresher if the next dive is anything more than a few months later. For a diver with less than 20 logged dives then 6-12 months out of the water would warrant a tune-up of some description.

Is SSI certification good for life?

Scuba Certifications with both PADI and SSI never expire. That said, if it’s been a while since your last dive, it’s always worth mentioning it to your Dive Master to they can do a quick refresher with you and make sure you are feeling confident before your first dive.

Is Padi reactivated worth it?

PADI’s ReActivate course can help you get your feet wet again. How long has it been since your last dive? If you’re planning a trip and feel like your skills are rusty, PADI’s ReActivate program is a great way to build confidence and en- joy your dives when you giant stride in.

What is a dive refresher course?

A Scuba Refresher is just what you need. It reacquaints you with diving so that you’re back to feeling comfortable in the underwater world in less than a day.

Is PADI reactivated worth it?

Does PADI license expire?

No, your certification will not expire. As an PADI Open Water Diver, your certification is good for life. If you do not actively participate in scuba for an extended period of time, however, it’s a good idea to refresh your skills through the PADI ReActivate class.

What should you not eat before scuba diving?

Food to Avoid Before Diving

• Spicy curries and soups.
• Heavy meals that take a lot of energy to break down, such as a giant steak or saucy ribs.
• Anything that is too oily.
• Acidic Fruits such as oranges and pineapples.
• Juicy and watery fruits if you already have an upset stomach.

Does a PADI certification expire?

Your PADI certification never expires; but if you haven’t been diving in a while, it’s better to be over-prepared than risk a problem because you forget something important. Dive shops also appreciate seeing a recent ReActivated date on your certification card.