YMCA or SSI Certification

[carolrose]

I am currently taking my open water class. It's being given at a YMCA, but we are using SSI materials. At the end if I pass, I can choose to get my cert from SSI or YMCA. Is there any difference and/or benefit to either one over the other?

 

[garyfotodiver]

Why wouldn't you be able to pay for and receive both cards? I had a similar situation in 1970 when I learned.

Some things never change, huh?

 

[cerich]

Not really, if it is the same instructor it'll most likely be the same course.

Which card looks nicer in your view?

 

[carolrose]

I don't care about the look, I'm just wondering for future training etc, is there any difference between having either of these. Like say if I wanted to take future classes through a different organization, etc. I guess I could pay and get both, but it seems pointless.

 

[cerich]

I don't care about the look, I'm just wondering for future training etc, is there any difference between having either of these. Like say if I wanted to take future classes through a different organization, etc. I guess I could pay and get both, but it seems pointless.

Get both, throew one in your wallet and the other somewhere safe (saves the hassle of getting a replacement card if you lose one)

Going ahead either one is equally good and not something to worry about.

Best,

Chris

 

[Walter]

You can get future certifications with any agency regardless of which one you choose now. I personally prefer YMCA.

 

[mike_s]

If you get both cards, you won't have to pay for 2 courses. You'll just have to pay the small extra amount for the agency fee for the 2nd agency. I'm guessing that this is about $35 to $50 bucks extra (but just a guess)

 

[CentralTxDiver]

I prefer SSI.

Jim

 

[Maule]

You can get future certifications with any agency regardless of which one you choose now. I personally prefer YMCA.

And I had my money on you saying PADI........

 

[Walter]

You'd get great odds.