Equipment Specialist
Join the Jack’s Diving Locker knowledgeable staff in Kona, Hawaii for the PADI Equipment Specialty. The goals of this specialty are to develop the student’s practical knowledge of theory, principles, and operation of diving equipment as well as enable the student to perform routine maintenance procedures.
Availability: Contact us for booking information
In addition, the instructor will provide simple suggestions for comfortable equipment configurations along with an introduction to new equipment. Please note, this is not an equipment repair course and will not cover overhauling equipment.
This course is a perfect complement to certifications such as Advanced Open Water or Rescue Diver, especially when divers are ready to invest in their own dive gear or ready to do some dive travel. This Specialty course also counts toward the PADI Master Scuba Diver rating, the highest rating in recreational diving.
Equipment Specialty Course Details
Cost:
- $250 and materials (minimum of two)
- $550 for one student or private class
- PADI Equipment Specialist eLearning Course ($61- subject to change annually), or PADI Encyclopedia of Recreational Diving $54
Prerequisites: Open Water Certification. Minimum age – 10 yrs old.
We Provide: Instruction
Students Provide: PADI eLearning or encyclopedia
Discounts: 10% off most regular priced merchandise
Equipment Specialty Course Schedule
- Duration: One day – Six hours. Scheduled on request
Preparation:
- OPTION 1: Complete Equipment Specialist eLearning Course
- OPTION 2: Read PADI Encyclopedia of Recreational Diving
- Day 1 (8:00am – 2:00pm): – Knowledge Development, Practical Workshop Activities
Things to Know:
Review the Continuing Education Administrative Document. If you have a YES to a medical question, you will need to get a doctor’s approval before starting the course. You may use this Medical Statement.
Call to make your reservations
Master Scuba Diver Rating
The PADI Master Scuba Diver rating is the highest rating in non-professional recreational diving. To achieve this rating you must complete the following certifications: Open Water Diver, Advanced Open Water Diver, Rescue Diver, and 5 PADI Specialty courses. In addition, divers must have at least 50 logged dives. When completing these requirements at Jack’s Diving Locker, recipients will have their names engraved on a plaque that is displayed in our shop to honor this achievement.