50 Meters Diver
Extended Range Diver
This course provides training and experience required to competently utilize air for dives up to 55 metres that requires staged decompression, utilizing nitrox mixtures or oxygen during decompression. The objective of this course is to train divers in the proper techniques, equipment requirements, and hazards of deep air diving to a maximum of 55 metres utilizing nitrox mixtures or oxygen for staged decompression.
Who this course is for:
The certified TDI Advanced Nitrox/Decompression Procedures diver looking for the next step in technical dive training. Whether you’re looking to expand upon your skills, experience, or just go a little deeper to see an area of interest, this course is for you!
Prerequisites:
Minimum age 18
Certified as a TDI Advanced Nitrox Diver and TDI Decompression Procedures Diver, or equivalent
Proof of a minimum of 100 logged dives, of which 25 must be deeper than 30 metres/100 feet
TDI Extended Range Diver minimum requirements:
Satisfactorily complete the TDI Extended Range Course written examination with a passing score of 80%, followed by 100% remediation by the instructor
Complete all open water requirements efficiently
Demonstrate mature and sound judgment concerning dive planning and execution
Tec 50 and Tec 50 Trimix
As a Tec 50 diver, you’ll have the knowledge and skills to make extended range dives to a maximum of 50 metres/165 feet. You’ll know how to make dives with multiple decompression stops using two decompression gases. It’s not easy to reach this level. Earning your Tec 50 certification opens the door to deeper diving expeditions. There is also an option for divers to earn a Tec 50 Trimix Diver certification.
To enroll in the Tec 50 course, you must:
- PADI Tec 45 Diver
- PADI Rescue Diver*
- Minimum of 100 logged dives or 75 hours
- 18 years old
* If meeting this with a qualifying certification, provide proof of CPR/First Aid training within the previous two years.
Have a Medical Statement signed by a physician within the last 12 months
Note that qualifying certifications from other diver training organizations may apply
Tec 50 Trimix (option)
Curious about the benefits of using Trimix gas, like decreased gas density and reduced narcosis? Tec 50 divers can also learn to use trimix with not less than 21 percent oxygen and not more than 40 percent helium. This course prepares the diver to move into deeper, more complex trimix diving, such as the PADI Tec Trimix 65 and PADI Tec Trimix courses. Ask your dive instructor what additional requirements you may need to complete the Tec 50 Trimix option.
(signed by a physician)
IANTD Technical Diver
This Program is designed to train divers to conduct dives to depths between (30 msw) and, at the instructors option, (51 msw) using custom blend breathing gas mixtures.
To provide greater understanding of custom blend breathing gas mixtures, a complete knowledge of the limits of any EANx mixture, and the use of EANx and oxygen for decompression. The knowledge and skills taught in this program are more than adequate to qualify divers to perform dives outside of training up (51 msw).
Prerequisites
IANTD Advanced EANx Diver or equivalent.
Age requirement must be a minimum or 18 years of age without guardian approval.
Dive experience: Open Circuit:
Proof of a minimum of 100 logged dives, of which at least 30 were deeper than (27 msw) or sufficient experience doing technical dives to satisfy the instructor that the student has the ability and knowledge to continue into this level of training.
How deep can you dive with the IANTD Technical Diver Program?
No dives may be conducted to depths greater than 51msw.
