Course overview
Want to learn how to scuba dive and get certified for an upcoming tropical vacation? Many of our students want to get their academic and pool training here at our facility, but would like to finish their Open Water training dives with another PADI facility in warmer waters.
You can do this through our Open Water Referral Course during which you partake in the academics and pool sessions that are a standard part of the Open Water course. You can also upgrade to the full Open Water Program during the course should you decide that you wish to complete your scuba training in Vancouver. Often people find that they are more comfortable completing the certification with us after they have started to course so we remain flexible to give you this option as you progress. If you do decide to finish your course elsewhere, we provide you with official documentation that any active PADI Instructor and/or facility around the world will recognize and be able to continue on with your certification. Referrals are intended to be completed within a year of the start date, but it is recommended that you complete your ocean dives even sooner after your academics and confined water training to ensure that your skills and knowledge is fresh.
Complete your Open Water Referral program in Vancouver in only 4 evenings!
Did you know that IDC’s PADI Open Water Referral includes all gear expect mask and snorkel, but your eLearning and your certification fee? These are often charged as add-ons at other facilities in BC and abroad and can add up to over $100. IDC has no hidden course fees. We provide quality training for the price advertised.