FURTHERING EDUCATION

LEARN NEW WAY OF DIVING & UPGRADE YOUR SKILLS

If you already have a PADI Open Water Diver Certificate or equivalent and you want to improve your diving techniques you may choose among several PADI opportunities to become a better diver and continue your education becoming an Advanced Open Water Diver, a Rescue Diver or fallow your passion and get a Specialty Scuba Certification and become an underwater photographer, videographer, fish identificator, wreck diver, night diver etc..

HERE SOME OF BEST SELLING COURSES AT DIVEBASE MALTA

padi advanced open water diver

If you already have a PADI Open Water Diver certification (or equivalent) and would like to see what hides in deeper waters or reach the famous wrecks in Malta, you can easily enroll in the PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER DIVER COURSE.

Learn new techniques reaching the max depth of -30mt.

Upgrade your basic diving knowledge with PADI ADVANCED OPEN WATER COURSE including:

  • 5 theory sessions with special briefing for each course’s Adventure (Possibility to Study at Home with PADI eLearning Program)
  • 5 open water diving sessions
  • Learning material (Paper copy or eLearning)
  • Full diving equipment
  • Transportation from DiveBase to dive sites
  • Diving insurance for the entire duration of the course

YOU WILL LEARN:

  • to feel more comfortable and ease in water
  • to dive with new & different equipment 
  • to orient yourself with natural references and compass
  • to master your buoyancy
  • dive in open water up to -30t

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Padi Open Water Diver Certification or equivalent
  • Being medically fit for diving
  • Min 2 days required
  • Min age 12 year old

The course helps you build confidence in navigation, fine-tune buoyancy skills and introduces you to different diving activities such as wreck diving, night diving or underwater imaging.

CHOOSE padi elearning – STUDY AT HOME, DIVE IN MALTA

Start your scuba training digitally whenever and wherever it’s convenient for you. PADI eLearning is the easiest way to begin scuba lessons before, working at your own pace, online or offline, using your computer or mobile device. Then you should get in touch with DiveBase Team to schedule the in-water training whenever you are ready or available. DiveBase Instructors are always available to answer any questions you have along the and check your progress to make sure you understand important scuba diving information.

padi rescue diveR + EFR emergengy first response

PADI RESCUE DIVER COURSE helps you to manage diving emergencies helping yourself and others. It’s challenging, yet very rewarding!

You will learn to deal correctly with the difficulties that may arise during a dive thanks to training, simulations of emergency scenarios and many real examples of rescue situations. With this certification you will become a better diver and a safe reference for your buddy.

Become a better diver & reference for your buddy with PADI RESCUE DIVER COURSE + EFR Course which includes:

  • 5 theory sessions with special briefing for each session at sea (Possibility to Study at Home with PADI eLearning Program)
  • 5 dive sessions in confined water -2mt at sea 
  • 2 open water sessions to simulate real emergencies
  • 1 EFR Lesson & simulations
  • Learning material (Paper copy or eLearning)
  • Full diving equipment
  • Transportation from DiveBase to dive sites
  • Diving insurance for the entire duration of the course

YOU WILL LEARN:

  • to deal with dive emergencies, minor and major, using a variety of techniques
  • to self rescue
  • to recognize and manage stress in other divers
  • Emergency management and required equipment
  • to rescue panicked divers
  • to rescue unresponsive divers
  • CPR, First Aid, Care for Children

REQUIREMENTS:

  • Padi Advanced Open Water Diver Certification or equivalent
  • Being medically fit for diving
  • Min 5 days required
  • Min age 12 year old
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PADI Rescue Diver Course – Become a Safer, More Confident Diver

If you already have your Advanced Open Water certification and you are ready to handle more responsibility underwater, the PADI Rescue Diver course is the most challenging and rewarding recreational diver programme you can take. This course is often described as the step that turns a good diver into a truly great one. You will learn to prevent problems before they happen, react calmly in emergency scenarios and assist other divers in need. The training includes both classroom theory and open water rescue exercises that will push your comfort zone in a controlled, safe environment with our experienced instructors.

During the Rescue Diver course at DiveBase Malta you will practise realistic scenarios such as searching for a missing diver, surfacing an unresponsive buddy and managing in-water panic. The course covers stress management, emergency equipment use, self-rescue and diver first aid. Many of the skills are conducted right off the stunning coast of Malta, taking advantage of our clear, warm waters and varied shore entries. By the end of the programme you will feel a new level of awareness and readiness every time you enter the sea.

  • 5 knowledge development sessions (with the option of PADI eLearning)
  • 10 open water rescue skills practice sessions
  • 2 realistic rescue scenarios
  • All learning materials (digital or paper manual)
  • Full scuba equipment and rescue manikins
  • Transport from DiveBase to training sites
  • Diving insurance for the entire course duration

PADI Specialty Courses – Follow Your Passion and Create Your Own Adventure

Once you are a certified Open Water or Advanced diver, the PADI Specialty Certifications allow you to focus on the kind of diving that excites you the most. At DiveBase Malta we run a wide range of Specialty courses every week, so you can mix and match to build your ultimate diving education. Whether you dream of floating silently inside a historical wreck, capturing the colours of the reef with a camera or diving after sunset, there is a specialty exactly for you. Popular choices include Wreck Diver, Deep Diver, Night Diver, Underwater Photography and Peak Performance Buoyancy.

Many divers combine two or three specialty courses in a short time while visiting Malta. Each specialty includes one to four open water dives directly at the best local sites, theory sessions and expert tips from our instructors who are passionate about their own specialties. For example, the Wreck Diver course lets you explore the famous wrecks around the Maltese islands, such as the Rozi tugboat and the P29 patrol boat, while learning safe penetration techniques. The Underwater Photography specialty will transform your holiday shots into professional-quality images with just a few simple adjustments.

If you complete five different PADI Specialty certifications together with the Rescue Diver course you can earn the prestigious Master Scuba Diver rating, the highest non‑professional level in PADI. Our team can help you plan a personalised schedule that fits your holiday length and budget. All specialty courses include full equipment, insurance and transportation to the dive sites, just like all our programmes.

PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) – Dive Longer, Feel Fresher

The PADI Enriched Air Diver (Nitrox) course is the single most popular specialty worldwide, and it is the easiest way to get more no‑decompression time out of your dives. Using enriched air nitrox means your body absorbs less nitrogen, so you can stay longer at depths between 18 and 30 metres and you reduce the surface interval needed between dives. Malta’s many deep wrecks and beautiful drop‑offs are ideal for nitrox, and once you are certified you can use this gas blend on all your future diving trips around the world.

The course is straightforward and can often be completed in just one morning or afternoon at DiveBase Malta. You will learn the theory of oxygen management, how to analyse a nitrox tank and how to plan a dive with an air‑enriched computer or tables. There are no mandatory dives – the whole programme can be done in our air‑conditioned classroom, which is perfect if you want to add a qualification on a windy day when boat trips might be cancelled. After the course you can rent nitrox cylinders directly from us for your guided dives or independent exploration.

Many divers combine the Enriched Air Diver specialty with the Deep Diver course, because reaching 40 metres on air quickly eats into your no‑stop time. With nitrox you get noticeably longer bottom times at the typical wreck depths around Malta, making your dives safer and more enjoyable. All course materials and the certification fee are included, and you can start straight away with the PADI eLearning option before you even arrive on the island.

Why Train with DiveBase Malta – Small Groups, Personal Attention and Local Expertise

What really makes the difference when you are upgrading your diving skills is the quality of the instruction and the environment. At DiveBase Malta we keep our group sizes small – never more than 4 students per instructor for specialty and advanced courses – so you get maximum feedback, plenty of time to practise each skill and a pace that suits you. Our team are all active, full‑time instructors who dive Maltese waters every day. They know exactly where to take you depending on the weather, your training needs and the best marine life sightings that week.

We also take care of all the logistics so you can focus just on learning and enjoying your dives. Every course includes pickup and drop‑off from your accommodation in the Bugibba, Qawra or St. Paul’s Bay area. Full rental equipment is provided as standard, and we even include insurance specifically designed for diver training. Our own on‑site compressor supplies air and nitrox, and we have a dedicated classroom right next to the sea, meaning theory sessions often end with a short walk to a training dive. From your very first day you will feel like part of the DiveBase family.

Malta itself is one of Europe’s top diving destinations, famous for its clear visibility, underwater caves and spectacular artificial reefs. With DiveBase Malta you get not only a high‑quality course but also an insider’s guide to the best shore and boat dives on the island. Whether you are taking your first steps as an Advanced Open Water Diver or working towards your Master Scuba Diver rating, we make sure your training is safe, fun and unforgettable.