The minimum age is determined by certifying agencies. The 2 most used agencies are PADI and NAUI. PADI's minimum requirement is 10, but if you are younger than 15, you will only receive a "Junior Open Water Diver." NAUI's minimum age is 12.
9 - 12 depending on the agency you are certified by such as PADI or NAUI. PADI I believe is 9, but in my opinion is not as thorough on teaching safety skills. NAUI is 12 and is what my son was certified by. There's alot to be aware of while diving to keep you safe and your diving partner safe. The more thorough your training, the better off you'll be and the better your diving experiences will be.
Common Agencies: PADI IANTD NASDS TDI/SDI SSI NAUI GUE
SSI (Scuba Schools International) and NAUI (National Association of Underwater Instructors) are two very reputable certifications, NAUI more than SSI, which is not accepted in some parts of the world. Also, SDI/TDI, IANTD, CMAS, and others, though some, like IANTD, specialize in tech/cave training.
Clinton :)
Depends on the persons certifying agency. It is different for PADI and NAUI and ...... and within each of those certifying agencies, they may have different credentials that may allow diving, but with certain limitations such as MAX depth, or has be with a certified adult etc.
you go talk to nicky after you get martin and go skydiving.
Most scuba divers just obtain open water certifications from recreational diver training agencies, such as PADI, NAUI, BSAC or SDI.Only military or commercial divers undertake vocational diving qualifications.
If you are not certified No you cannot rent scuba gear
Contact local SCUBA or PADI for info or go to Cancun and pay $500 for a 3 day course to become certified
Yes you can get a certificate just as easy as the next person for scuba diving.
yes sure you can =)