The PADI Advanced Dive Theory Distinctive Specialty is a non-diving, knowledge development program for students interested in expanding their understanding of dive theory. As a high-level scuba course, the PADI Advanced Dive Theory course explores how dive equipment, human physiology, the marine environment, and basic physics come together in the act of scuba diving.

What the Course Covers

In the PADI Advanced Dive Theory course, you will learn about:

• The various types of careers in diving
• How conditions on the ocean or lakes impact dive planning and preparation and how you will need to take these things into account as a dive leader
• The physics of diving and how it relates to the equipment we use and our bodies
• A significant part of the class probes the finer points of decompression theory and the use of dive tables.

Once you complete this course, you should be prepared for both the Divemaster and Instructor theory exams. But whether you are preparing for a career in diving or just curious about diving equipment and environments, this course will dramatically increase your understanding of scuba diving. Advanced Dive Theory can also count toward your Master Scuba Diver rating.

Become a more knowledgeable diver. Book the PADI Advanced Dive Theory class today.

Prerequisites

• 15 years old or older
• PADI Open Water Diver or qualifying certification from another agency

What’s Included in the Course Fee

Our course fee includes the following:

• Up to 8 classroom sessions
• PADI Specialty certification fee

For more information on the benefits of taking PADI Specialty courses, see Frequently Asked Questions About Continuing Diver Education.