You have absolutely no doubts in saying that diving is your calling. An exhilarating sport, but undoubtedly, after several introductory dives and immersions, you might find it somewhat limiting. But that's why we're here - to keep you informed about the multiple solutions available to keep progressing in the world of scuba diving. Shall we begin?

Do you know the difference between a professional diver and a recreational diver?


A professional diver is someone who practises diving as a paid profession, whereas a recreational diver is someone who dives solely and exclusively for personal enjoyment and is never remunerated for it. 

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Required qualifications to become a professional diver

  • Open Water Diver + Advanced
Anyone can become a professional diver, provided they work through each certification course to develop their career. The first will be Open Water Diver, and you can choose between different certification bodies like PADI or SSI. 

Want to know more? Read: PADI or SSI: Which to Choose? Our Honest Opinion

After completing this first course, you'll gain the necessary freedom to dive independently. Then you'll be ready for the next qualification: the Advanced course which will enhance your underwater capabilities and knowledge. After obtaining these certifications you'll be able to dive independently, but you'll always need to be accompanied by a professional. 

  • Rescue Diver / Diver Stress & Rescue
​Regardless of which certification you choose, these courses will provide you with the necessary knowledge to recognise and know how to act in any dangerous situation underwater. You'll learn techniques to assist other divers in emergencies. This qualification becomes essential if you want to fully develop your professional diving career, as you need comprehensive knowledge. 

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  • Divemaster / Master Diver
Undoubtedly this course will mark the true beginning of your professional diving career. Whether you choose the PADI certification (Divemaster) or the SSI certification (Master Diver), you'll obtain a top-level qualification that allows you to instruct other divers in the deep sea, and you can share your expertise at diving centres. 

  • Open Water Scuba Instructor 
This qualification nearly tops the list to become a star-rated instructor. Would you like to teach, share your diving knowledge with fellow enthusiasts, and supervise various training dives? This is the qualification you'll need to achieve, though if you want to be a top-tier instructor, you can complete your training with either the Assistant Instructor or Associate Instructor certification. 

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If diving is your passion and you enjoy teaching, living your professional diving career where you'll learn and help other enthusiasts like yourself is all you need. What are you waiting for to start fulfilling your dreams?