Big Blue Tech: Technical Credits
DSAT
Design Science and Technology
Not the best name in the world but is one of the fastest growing technical certification bodies in the world. DSAT is the technical branch of padi responsible for the PADI RDP and other tables and calculation systems. Being a padi branch DSAT is accessible and easy to get into for recreational divers. However they limit their certification to only 75m and open circuit.
TDI
Technical Diving International
. TDI is the most respected and recognized training body for CCR Rebreather systems world wide. TDI have been around for a long time and have taken the leap into the rebreather market with great success. Limited in educational material allows room for other agencies to take ground
ANDI
American Nitrox Divers International.
Don't let the name American sway you, they are very international. ANDI has been spear heading cave and technical diving world wide for decades. Many of the technical manuals used today come from the creators and designers of ANDI
SSI TXR
Scuba Schools International Technical Extended Range
The new kid on the block arrives in the technical market with course offerings featuring many aspects on the wish list for years. Combining all the good and none of the bad from other training agencies, ssi txr appear set for wide recognition.
