Diving Courses

This program and our school is nationally accredited by ACCET.

To Sign up for the program, bring back the Enrollment Agreement and download the Catalog & Course Schedule

Our Program includes the following courses:

• Open Water
• Advanced Open Water
• Enriched Air Nitrox
• Wreck Diver
• Equipment Specialty
• Search & Recovery
• PADI/Dan Oxygen Provider
• On-site Neuro, Emergency First Responder and First Aid
• Rescue Diver
• Divemaster Prep
• Divemaster

Frequently Asked Questions

Cost: $8,996.63

Additional Fees: Cost of equipment between $1,200 - $2,500

How and where do I signup?
To signup please email, call (252-728-2265) or just stop in to Discovery Diving.

How long will the program take?
To graduate, the student must complete all of the classes, as well as 60 ocean dives. This could take anywhere from 4 to 6 months, depending on how dedicated the student is and how often they dive. You will complete about 40 dives with our instructors, which means that you will be responsible for the additional 20 dives on your own.

How often will I be going to classes/diving?

The student is not required to take a class every weekend, but if they wish to complete the program faster, we will generally have a dives available for them to take at least once a week. Most classes will be held on weekends. But for example: Enriched Air specialty just requires classroom time, so we may schedule them on weekday evenings and some classes i.e. the Advanced Class may class time on a Friday evening to expedite the dives that following weekend. We are flexible; we understand that we have to work with many different schedules. We are eager to have students complete the program so we will do everything that we can to accommodate your needs.

What do I need to do before I Start First My Class?

1. Tell all your friends you are taking Scuba diving course and ask them if they would like to join you.
2. Please read the first three modules of the PADI Open Water Manual and complete the Knowledge Reviews at the end of each module.
3. Please complete the Medical Form enclosed with your student package, please get your Medical form signed by your doctor since you are entering into a professional program.
4. You will need to provide your own mask, fins, booties, and snorkel. If you would like to schedule an appointment for a personal fitting prior to your first day of class, please give us a call. You may also wait until after the first day of class during which we will give a very important lecture on the proper fit of equipment.
5. We will provide the rest of your Scuba equipment for your class, pool, and ocean sessions.
6. Note class times and date. Promptness is appreciated.
7. Practice putting your face in water with your snorkel in your mouth (no mask on) in a bathtub, pool, etc. and practice being able to breathe in through your mouth and out through your nose 2 or 3 times without lifting your face out of the water and with out holding your nose.
8. Collect high school transcript and submit to DDC.

Where do I meet for my first class?
Students will need to come to Discovery Diving Co. 414 Orange St. in Beaufort NC 28516 252-728-2265(Scuba OK)

What do I need to bring for my first class?
On the first day, you will need to bring your Open Water Manual and Dive tables. You will also need to bring your bathing suit/towel on the first day.

Where can I go for more information?
For more information on the program, please call Discovery Diving Co. at 252 728 2265 or email us at [email protected]

Are there any additional costs that tuition does not cover?
Yes. Tuition does not cover your Scuba gear or the text book. You will be responsible for bringing your snorkel gear to your first class (see above question). After your Open Water class you are responsible for renting or purchasing your own gear. Overall, buying high quality gear will cost you about the same amount as renting gear for the duration of your program.