Scuba Center of Spokane
3803 N. Division, Spokane WA 99207
(509) 326-4653
 
Dive Control Specialist is the initial dive leadership level and is considered by many as the "fun" leadership rating. It's fun and satisfying because you can do more than any other entry-level dive leader.
As a Dive Control Specialist you can:
Work on dive boats, at resorts and retail stores, and take people diving.
Lead dive trips and tours.
Assist SSI Instructors in the pool and open water
Teach skills in the pool under the supervision of an SSI Instructor
Teach the SSi Scuba Skills Update program
Teach the SSI Snorkeling program
Teach selected SSI Specialty courses
Teach selected First Aid and CPR programs
You can do more because you receive dive master and assistant instructor training in the Dive Control Specialist course -- With other agencies these are separate courses. You will study advanced physics, physiology, and decompression theory. You'll practice advanced rescue techniques, fine-tune your diving skill, and learn the basics of teaching. Plus, there's a high demand for Dive Control Specialists at the retail shops and exotic resorts.