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There are no exact numbers, but PADI, the largest diver training organisation publishes statistics on its certifications, and it certifies approximately 950,000 divers per year. However, only about 550,000 of those are new divers - the rest are divers who are already certified but who have received further advanced training.
It has been estimated (by the NY Times) that PADI certifies about 70% of divers trained in the US, and about 55% of the divers trained worldwide. If we extrapolate those numbers, then that suggests that every year about 1,725,000 diving certifications are issued, of which approximately 1,000,000are new divers.
But obviously the more one extrapolates statistics and estimates, the fuzzier the maths gets, so I would treat those as very rough estimates.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoTypically it will take at least 4 days. The only way you could ever think of doing it less was if you did all of the bookwork and studying before you enrolled in the actual certification course. You would need approval from the Scuba school though.
A standard course takes 4-6 weeks because it's broken into various parts. Although you can find faster programs, scuba diving can be dangerous, even fatal. A little extra time invested in knowledge and experience can make a big difference.
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∙ 11y agoIt depends on both the certification agency, the certification and when you got it. Most last forever and do not expire.
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∙ 10y agoScuba certifications usually take about 6 classes to receive. One would go twice a week for three weeks until they're certified. Learn more details at PADI.com
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What are the differences between SNUBA and scuba diving?
With scuba diving, you are diving with an oxygen tank on your back and a regulator in your mouth. For SNUBA, there isn't an oxygen pack on your back, instead your oxygen supply is a long hose attached to a raft on the surface of the water.
Do most scuba diving places let you rent scuba diving and snorkeling equipment?
Most of them will let you because a lot of people from out of town don't have the equipment. You can rent it as long as it is not like a private beach or something.
What is happening to a scuba diver after a long scuba diving session and he starts to feel pain in his elbow on the airplane trip home?
They are potentially suffering the bends
What is the cost of scuba diving lessons in Miami?
Miami is known for its long shore line and crystal clear waters so Scuba Diving is very popular. THere are several classes available in Miami,on average the class will cost $200.
Who started scuba diving?
The History of Scuba diving goes back through the centuries People have been diving underwater throughout the ages, probably for as long as people have been swimming….. It may not have been Scuba but it is the beginnings of the quest throughout the history of scuba diving to be able to dive underwater and be able to breath underwater. There are records, in some cases little more than myth, of the methods used and what was done while diving. Read more at this site:
Is it safe to go SCUBA diving in the Bahamas during November?
Looks like it is most of the time. One thing to keep in mind is that November is still hurricane season, so if a hurricane is nearby, SCUBA diving is impossible. It is going to be as safe as any other time going SCUBA diving. One particular month does not make SCUBA diving dangerous. As long as your guide knows what their doing, you will be fine.
What is the difference between sub aqua diving and scuba diving?
Not necessarily. It just depends on what someone means. Scuba diving is only when you use a scuba tank or cylinder that a diver carries. Deep commercial divers will often get their breathing gas supplied to them through a long umbilical hose ... so they are attached and do not carry Self Contained equipment that they can swim with like a SCUBA (self contained underwater breathing apparatus) diver.
How many miles in area is the Chesapeake bay estuary?
45 miles long and 10 miles wide and there is a diving place shoppe where you can go snorkeling and scuba diving but it is in a remote place. :-) Enjoy!
How long do it take to become scuba diver?
Most scuba diving courses can be completed in about 5 days or so. PADI's Open Water Diver course has an online portion or in-class work which takes a couple evenings, and two days of actually diving - SSI and NAUI have similar programs, but resorts tend to take a little longer than independent shops.
Can you scuba dive at 9?
Technically you can scuba dive at any age, as long as you are comfortable doing it. There are however, a few issues that arise with very young scuba divers. Finding scuba equipment for a very small body frame can sometimes be difficult. It also depends on the environment you'll be scuba diving in. Clear waters are much easier than a murky lake or pond. Weak swimmers can also have difficulty navigating waterways with a strong current.
How long does an ASE certification last?
evry 5 years
Why do you burn loads of calories scuba diving?
Most people burn calories because of the body's attempt to maintain its temperature while scuba diving. Rescue divers burn additional calories while doing more strenuous movement underwater. You can burn a great deal of calories if you had to swim against a strong current or in a medium current for a long time. Estimates show that an average person burns 600-1000 calories per hour while diving.
