Returning to Active Status

SSI recreational scuba professionals in cancelled status may return to active status by completing the following requirements, which are determined by the length of time the professional has been out of active status.

SSI recreational scuba professionals with professional certifications in another category (freediving, XR, or swim) are only required to complete the requirements for returning to active status as outlined in the Recreational Scuba Training Standards to restore their active status.
They do not need to complete the returning to active status requirements for the other categories.

Duration of Inactivity

Less Than Three (3) Years;
Complete all components of the online renewal process.

Greater Than Three (3), But Less Than Five (5) Years;
Purchase the SSI Professional Crossover kit and complete the digital learning.
Successfully complete the SSI Professional Crossover online final exam.
Upload all required documentation into the MySSI System:

  • RSTC Medical Participant Questionnaire signed by a physician within one (1) year.
  • Proof of CPR training within two (2) years.
  • Proof of First Aid training within two (2) years.
  • Proof of Oxygen First Aid training within (1) year.
  • SSI Professional Agreement.

Greater Than Five (5), But Less Than Ten (10) Years;
Purchase the SSI Professional Crossover and pass all practical and academic requirements and evaluations listed in the instructor manual.
Successfully complete the SSI Professional Crossover online final exam.

Greater Than Ten (10) Years;
Complete all certification requirements for their highest professional certification, including any water fitness evaluations, digital learning materials, academic assessments, final exams, and in-water training requirements as outlined in the program-specific instructor manual.

Note
Open Water Instructors who are returning to active status are only required to complete the Instructor Training Course, and do not need to complete an additional Instructor Evaluation.
An active status Instructor Trainer may conduct all recreational scuba Professional Crossovers.
Upon completion of training, upload the candidate’s training record with all required documentation into the MySSI System.