The PADI Scuba Diver course is a subset of the PADI Open Water Diver course. If you're short on time but really want to become a diver, the PADI Scuba Diver rating might be right for you ̶ particularly if you expect to go scuba diving primarily with a dive guide. This course is an intermediate step for earning an Open Water Diver certification, if that's your ultimate goal. PADI Scuba Divers are qualified to: • Dive under the direct supervision of a PADI Professional to a maximum depth of 12 metres/40 feet. • Obtain air fills, rent or purchase scuba equipment and participate in dive activities as long as properly supervised. The PADI Scuba Diver course is your first step towards a lifetime of adventure. The course is comprised of three sections within two days: 1. Knowledge Development which covers the principles, concepts, and terms you need to know for dive safety and enjoyment. 2. Confined Water Dives where you will learn and practice scuba skills in a pool or water with pool-like conditions. You will make 3 mini dives that take you through the same steps you follow when you make open water dives. 3. Open Water Dives where you will complete your training, total of 2 dives.