You might have looked into SSI's Enriched Air Nitrox or PADI's Enriched Air Diver courses if you are looking for online training to get your scuba diving certification. However, you may be wondering how to get started. This article will show you how to get started and what the pros and cons of each. In addition, you'll learn about online nitrox certification programs.
PADI's Enriched Air Diver course
The PADI Enriched Air Diver course teaches students how to safely plan and prepare for enriched air dives. It is primarily computer-based, and the classroom portion typically takes an evening. This course can be used in conjunction with other PADI courses such as Open Water Diver and Advanced Open Water Diver. The course includes Nitrox diving, but you can also do them on your own.
This course uses interactive multimedia presentations, audio, graphics and audio to make it easy to follow and understand. You will be tested on your skills with short quizzes. The course includes a Quick Review session, a practical application and two enriched oxygen training dives. There are also pre-dive simulators. PADI recommends that you complete the online portion of the course no later than one year before you plan on using nitrox.
SSI's Enriched Air Nitrox course
The EnrichedAir Nitrox course from SSI is a great choice if you want to increase your bottom times and decrease your surface intervals. This course covers everything you need to know about gas theory, proper mixing of enriched water, and marking your tank. You will learn how to calculate the ideal enriched air mix for your specific depth and plan your dives in order to make the most efficient use of enriched air.
After completing a Open Water Diver or Advanced Open Water Diver class, SSI offers an ongoing EnrichedAir Nitrox course. This course will teach you how to safely use enriched nitrox. You'll also learn how to plan for future dives in order to reduce the likelihood of suffering from decompression sickness. After passing the exams, you'll be able to safely use the enriched oxygen cylinder.
Online learning for Nitrox certification
Either online or in the classroom, there are two options for obtaining your enriched oxygen certification. For the classroom course you will need to have a dive computer in order to learn the skills. It takes approximately two to three hours to complete your classroom component of your enriched aviation certification. It is possible to combine it with a PADI Open Water or Advanced Open Water course. If you have limited time, you can also sign up for private classes or take advantage of online learning resources. You can also take the course online, and do the nitrox dives offline.
The course requires a computer with a dive program, a cylinder, as well as a manual. An app that simulates an air enriched cylinder can be used to practice your skills if you have an online option. The EANx36 cylinder is compatible with both a classroom and an online eLearning course. For the class to be successful, students must reach minimum 12 years old.