Jupiter31
Contributor
Sorry to have to disagree with most of a VERY thoughtful, well written post, DA, (as your posts always are) - but at the end of the day, the OP is not qualified at age 14 and <25 dives.
Nor is the OP's reasons for wanting this valid - again, at this point in time, and at this stage of his diving experience. He should not be thinking "deeper and longer" -
Not to mention, unless he has a trust fund, super indulgent parents, or a hellofa part time job (heck, at 14 in most states he can't hold down most jobs b/c he's too YOUNG) - tech diving, which doubles are only the start - is very expensive.
Plenty of other courses he can take; should read the excellent advice given in this regard; I 2nd the Rescue Diver certification 100%.
Nor is the OP's reasons for wanting this valid - again, at this point in time, and at this stage of his diving experience. He should not be thinking "deeper and longer" -
Not to mention, unless he has a trust fund, super indulgent parents, or a hellofa part time job (heck, at 14 in most states he can't hold down most jobs b/c he's too YOUNG) - tech diving, which doubles are only the start - is very expensive.
Plenty of other courses he can take; should read the excellent advice given in this regard; I 2nd the Rescue Diver certification 100%.