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About the Course

Don't miss a dive due to minor issues with your scuba diving equipment. Whether it's a missing o-ring, wetsuit tear or a broken fin strap, the PADI Equipment Specialist course teaches you to manage basic repairs and adjustments. You'll also learn more about how your gear works, making you more comfortable with it and better prepared to take care of your investment.

If you're at least 10 years old and certified as a PADI (Junior) Scuba Diver or higher, you can enroll in the Equipment Specialist course.

What You'll Learn

Fix equipment problems
Clean and maintain your gear
Create a save-a-dive kit

Certification Requirements

Prerequisites
Time
Age
Health

Why Take This Course?

Step 1

PADI eLearning®

Through animations and interactive diagrams, you’ll peek under the hood and learn how your scuba gear works.

Complete the independent study portion of the course at your own pace, online or offline, using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor for hands-on training, or whenever you have a question.

  • eLearning time commitment: 2-4 hours

    Step 2

    With Your Instructor

    ADDITIONAL COST: Your Dive Shop will charge fees for training and gear rental.

    Get hands-on experience making minor equipment repairs and learn about different types of dive gear. Learn how to properly clean and maintain gear, and how to create a save-a-dive kit.

    • Total time commitment: 1 day

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