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How to Get Started Scuba Diving

• Contact your local PADI Dive Center 
• Find out about what you need to start and what's included in the PADI Open Water Diver course 
• View frequently asked questions about getting certified
• View the eLearning registration and frequently asked questions 

Medical Information

• Download the PADI Medical Statement (PDF) for classes and activities
• Contact Divers Alert Network (DAN) 
• Always consult your personal physician regarding scuba diving and specific medical conditions

Equipment Recommendations

• See general information on selecting scuba gear 
• Contact your local PADI Dive Center for specific recommendations on particular gear needs

How to Become a Scuba Instructor

• Contact a PADI Instructor Development Center (IDC) or PADI Career Development Center (CDC) 
• Learn what you can teach, what's involved with the course and what you need to start the Open Water Scuba Instructor program 
• Find out how you can transform lives by teaching diving and see all information about the various PADI Professional levels

Kids and Scuba Diving

•  Information for PADI Kids Courses 

Planning a Scuba Vacation

• Contact a PADI Dive Center or Resort in the area you'd like to visit
• Browse destination information 
• Book a trip with PADI Travel Network

PADI Quality Management 

• Send detailed reports of great or not-so-great experiences to QA@padi.com 
  

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• Sign-Up for PADI eLearning 
• Locate a PADI Dive Center
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