Gain the in-depth knowledge that will establish you as a recognized authority in your diving club or
group. Hone your diving skills to the level of a professional NAUI Leader. Thrill to the adventure of
open water dives in settings that will test your abilities to their limit while enhancing and expanding
your diving capabilities. Then proudly wear the most coveted and respected patch in recreational
diving - that of the NAUI Master Scuba Diver.

Course Format
The course is an continuing education certification course for divers who wish to increase their understanding and enjoyment of diving. Emphasis is on student participation and practical application of knowledge in open water after a classroom discussion of subjects. This course is an excellent progression toward NAUI Leadership roles.

Some subject areas are a review and expansion of material from previous courses. Each subject area is a progression in study not a definitive study in the particular diving activity. However, instructors will specify performance objectives for related course diving activities, for example, during a navigation dive the student will swim a reciprocal course to within 10 feet (3 m) of its origin.

The course may be divided and taught in sections with the student’s Diving/Training Log being signed off for each activity until all requirements are met.

Upon successful completion of this course, graduates are considered competent to engage in open water diving activities without supervision, provided the diving activities and the areas dived approximate those of training.

Open Water Dives
A minimum of eight open water dives is required. A maximum of three dives per day shall be applied toward course requirements. No more than one skin dive may count toward the eight dive minimum.

Required Dives
• Emergency procedures and rescue.
• Deep/simulated decompression diving.
• Limited visibility or night diving.
• Underwater navigation.
• Search and recovery – light salvage.

Elective Dives
• Skin diving.
• Review of basic scuba skills.
• Environmental study or survey.
• Air consumption (practical application).
• Boat diving.
• Shore diving.
• Hunting and collecting.
• Special interest.

What do I need to start?
• You need to be a NAUI Advanced Scuba Diver or equivilant.
• You need to be at least 15 years of age.