Become an Extended Range Foundations Diver The SSI Extended Range Foundations program provides you with an opportunity to enhance your advanced diving skills in a workshop environment. Learn more about using tec diving gear with any total diving system you are certified to use and build upon your basic skill set to master buoyancy, trim, finning techniques, positioning, and communication. The Extended Range Foundations program provides supplementary training to existing certifications to increase your confidence and in-water control. All in-water sessions are completed in a pool/confined water environment at depths less than 12 meters. You will earn the SSI Extended Range Foundations certification after completing this program. Discover Local Course Dates Whether you’re on the move or planning ahead, we’ve got you covered. Never miss out on exciting training opportunities and register with ease. Facts and Training Standards Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions 4Maximum Training Depth 40 m / 130 ftSuggested duration (h) 16Certification Prerequisites Open Water Diver certification, Minimum 24 logged divesSSI Standards Languages English English US (imperial) Italiano 日本語 한국어 Русский Español Basics of an exceptional diver Here are the benefits you can expect from attending this training program: Master buoyancy, trim, stability, propulsion, and teamwork Become extremely comfortable and familiar with your equipment configuration Push your abilities, regardless of your level Continue your Extended Range Training SSI’s Extended Range programs offer specific training materials with exciting, cutting-edge manuals developed by industry professionals with decades of technical diving experience. Advance your training with one of SSI’s many Extended Range specialties. As with all SSI programs, Extended Range is designed to fit your schedule. Training is flexible to match your goals and objectives. Broaden your advanced diving skills and learn more about tec diving gear configurations with specialties like the SSI Extended Range Sidemount and SSI Closed-Circuit Rebreather Diving programs. Interested in learning to use different breathing gases? Try taking the SSI Extended Range Trimix program. Whatever your interest, SSI diving has an Extended Range specialty perfect for you. Get started online today! Extended Range Nitrox DivingDo you enjoy nitrox diving? The SSI Extended Range Nitrox program will certify you to dive to a depth of 40 meters with limited decompression while diving with nitrox. Start online today!16Suggested duration (h)4Open Water SessionsExtended Range SidemountImprove your streamlining and diver trim with SSI’s Extended Range Sidemount program. Learn the correct sidemount configuration and techniques to go diving with multiple stage cylinders efficiently and effectively. Start today!16-24Suggested duration (h)4Open Water SessionsSCR Extended RangeAdvance your rebreather training with SCR Extended Range. Maximize your semi-closed rebreather dive planning, go deeper, sharpen your rebreather diver skills, and strengthen teamwork. Use the Mares Horizon rebreather for this ultimate adventure!32-40Suggested duration (h)6Open Water Sessions More Information Training Prerequisites SSI Entry-Level Programs – Open Water Diver, Freediver, or Mermaid require students to complete a water fitness evaluation prior to open water training. The goal of this evaluation is to determine a comfort level baseline consisting of: Swim Assessment Survival Float Technical Requirements To start training, students must create a MySSI profile. This can either be done via the SSI website at www.divessi.com/register or by installing the MySSI App. Simply download the app for either iOS or Android, set up the user profile, and access the world of diving in minutes! The MySSI App safely stores everything in one place, online or offline – training materials, logbook, and certification cards. This includes Recreational Scuba, Extended Range, Freediving and Mermaid. Training Center Selection & Affiliation Every student must select an SSI Training Center as their “Training Partner” during the course registration process. Affiliation ensures personalized service and a high-quality training experience. Students can also change affiliation or choose to affiliate with multiple Training Centers in their user profile. When affiliating with a Training Center online or via the MySSI App, a Privacy Policy Agreement will be processed to comply with GDPR regulations. Medical & Administrative Requirements Each student or candidate must complete the required SSI Training Record Forms prior to participating in any SSI training program. The forms for minors must be reviewed and signed by a parent or guardian. Responsible Diver Code SSI Responsible Diver Code - Scuba DivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - FreedivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - Extended Range Diving Diver Medical Statement & Questionnaire or Physician’s Approval to Dive (where required) Training Assumption of Risk, Liability Release, & Liability Release, & Hold Harmless Agreement (where required / not applicable within the European Union) Program-specific Completion Record (done by the Instructor prior to certification) Training Course Costs Training consists of various components which are either charged singly or as a package depending on the selected Training Center. The components are: Training Materials / Digital Kit Tuition for Academics and In-Water Training Open Water Training Dives Certification Discover the Wonders of the Deep with SSI's Blog Join us on an exciting journey of discovery and learn more about exhilarating diving adventures, dedicated conservation initiatives, and innovative educational opportunities that will help you illuminate the extraordinary beauty of the underwater world. Let's explore the underwater world together and delve into the hidden wonders beneath the gentle waves. Featured destinations that are ideal for technical diving SSI’s Extended Range allows you to go beyond the limits of recreational diving. 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