SDI Basic Scuba Includes:
SDI Computer Nitrox Diver
Using your VA Benefits
Our VA program enables veterans to use their GI Bill® benefits to learn to dive, continue their SCUBA education, or become a dive industry professional. This program offers multiple VA-approved certifications and professional-level licenses. These programs cover a range of courses, including beginner scuba diving education, technical diving, instructor courses, and more.
We encourage you to confirm your eligibility for this program with the Department of Veteran Affairs Regional Office or local VA Assistance Offices prior to committing to a course.
Eligibility is based on the following programs:
- Montgomery GI Bill® – Active-Duty Educational Assistance Program Chapter 30
- Post-Vietnam Era Veterans Assistance Program Chapter 32
- Post-9/11 GI Bill® Chapter 33
- Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational Assistance Program Chapter 35
- Montgomery GI Bill® – Selected Reserve Program Chapter 1606
These licenses and exams should deduct portions of months based on the dollar amount of the course taken. Each veteran has a different situation so confirming with the VA before starting is the best scenario to confirm eligibility and reimbursement.
You should confirm eligibility, time left and benefit level with your VA representative. The veteran will only be reimbursed the amount listed on our website. Equipment purchases are not covered under this program.
Course Information:
Nitrox is a breathing gas that has a lot of benefits for both new and experienced divers. This course will cover the use of nitrox mixtures from 22 to 40 percent oxygen.
You will gain additional knowledge of the different grades of air quality and the proper procedures for analyzing your nitrox tanks.
*NOTE: We recommend you to add Nitrox certification for your open water or advanced open water classes.
Course Prerequisites:
- Minimum age 18, 15 with parental consent
- Under 15, Florida Dive Company also offers Junior Open Water Scuba Diver Courses (10-14 years old). Please contact us directly 386.663.8030 to learn more.
What is included:
- Semi-Private Class (4-6 Students MAX)
- Entry fees to dive locations
- e-Learning Material
- Same Instructor throughout course
- Quality Rental Equipment (Buoyancy Compensator,
Regulator Set, 3mm Wetsuit, Dive Computer,
Tanks & Weights) - Confined Water Training
- Open Water Training
- Certification Processing
- Digital Certification Card
- Gear Discounts
- Dive Club Entry
What is not included:
- Tips: (Boat crew, Instructor, Dive Master, Fish or Lobster Cleaning)
- Personal Gear: Scuba Quality Mask, Fins, Snorkel, Boots, Surface Marker Buoy (SMB)
- Gear: (BCD, Regulator Set, Wetsuit, Weights ) is not included however is available if needed at an additional cost. We are happy to accommodate your rental needs.
- Transportation to Training Locations or Dive Sites
Cost:
$250.00
This is a non-diving specialty, in-person practical required.