Sorry if these are FAQ; I couldnt' find what I was looking for going through he forums or even searching on google.
I've been given conflicting answers to these questions from different people so I thought I'd see if anyone here can clear it up.
1) After OW certification; how deep a dive am I 'certified' for?
My instructor said 60ft, yet a tour group told me PADI OW certification covered depths of a 100ft.
Don't worry - I'm happy with the 60ft the instructor is advising for us and I have a feeling he was telling us 60ft as a recommended limit for new divers rather than the 'law' of PADI certification. But curiosity will bug me
2) Also, how long does it take to get the actual OW certification card after the last dive - assuming success. We travel shortly after we complete the course and it'd really blow if we didnt' get cards in time.. 8(
Thanks
Ian
I've been given conflicting answers to these questions from different people so I thought I'd see if anyone here can clear it up.
1) After OW certification; how deep a dive am I 'certified' for?
My instructor said 60ft, yet a tour group told me PADI OW certification covered depths of a 100ft.
Don't worry - I'm happy with the 60ft the instructor is advising for us and I have a feeling he was telling us 60ft as a recommended limit for new divers rather than the 'law' of PADI certification. But curiosity will bug me
2) Also, how long does it take to get the actual OW certification card after the last dive - assuming success. We travel shortly after we complete the course and it'd really blow if we didnt' get cards in time.. 8(
Thanks
Ian