Frequently Asked Questions

Our Guarantee:
If in the first 30 days of enrollment or two classes in which you are issued a certification (whichever happens first/soonest) you are not 100% satisfied, we will refund all your training fees (a certification fee of $20 per card and books will not be refunded). No questions asked! The Academy of Scuba is committed to the highest level of training.

Please note this guarantee does not include a refund on any materials, equipment, or certification fees. Refund is limited to the program cost of $699 or the price that you paid.

Do I have to be a certified diver to enroll in the Complete Diver Program?
The Complete Diver Program includes Advanced Level diving specialties. All the courses require basic certification prior to participating. If you are interested in getting certified, please go to LearnScubaToday.

Do I need to own my own equipment to participate in the Complete Diver Programs?
We are strong advocates of owning your own equipment. However, ownership is not a prerequisite. You can rent or borrow equipment. However, it should be noted that you must have all the equipment required to participate in the course. Equipment is not included in the program.

Do I need to buy my Classroom Materials through you?
No, you are required to have the classroom materials, but you can purchase them wherever you want. We do sell classroom materials in our store. Usually they are discounted. Please compare our store to others.

What certifications are issued at the completion of the courses in the Complete Diver Program?
SDI is our primary certification agency, however all our courses are offered under the PADI, NAUI, SDI, DAN, SeaSigns, and EFR banner. Please discuss this with you instructor prior to the class. When you qualify for certification, you can request a card be issued.

Besides equipment, classroom materials, and recommended materials, what else is not included?
A full description of the course is available at www.completediver.com/courses.html. However, some items to consider that are not listed above are your travel, transportation, dive insurance, and boat or lake fees. Certification fees and air fills (specific to coursework) are included with the course.