Why Distinctive Specialty Courses?

Does your instructor offer something in addition to the regular PADI Specialties?

In addition to the Standardized PADI Specialty programs (Wreck Diver, Deep Diver, etc.), PADI Distinctive Specialty programs are approved by PADI and taught by various PADI Instructors throughout the world.

Programs that have been approved are numerous in number and range from Shark Awareness to Public Safety Diver.

Where can I go from here?

When you successfully complete a PADI Distinctive Specialty Diver program, you'll receive a certification card that denotes the appropriate PADI Specialty rating.

Each Distinctive Specialty certification may be applied toward one of the five certifications required for the Master Scuba Diver rating.