Independent course guide · References checked 30 September 2026. Confirm current standards and your eligibility with an authorised instructor.
Where this course fits
Confirm the current qualifying certification, age and readiness requirements with a NAUI instructor.
Describe your recent depth experience and ask how the course prepares you for the conditions you expect.
NAUI Deep Diver: learning scope
Entry & preparation
Confirm the current qualifying certification, age and readiness requirements with a NAUI instructor.
What you study
Develop deeper recreational diving knowledge and planning under appropriate instruction.
- Depth-related risk awareness
- Gas and dive planning
- Practical control and decision-making
Qualification boundary
This specialty does not replace technical decompression or overhead training.
A visual summary of this independent course guide. Confirm current prerequisites and standards with the agency and instructor.
What the training focuses on
| Learning area | Discuss before booking |
|---|---|
| Depth-related risk awareness | How will this be taught and assessed? |
| Gas and dive planning | What preparation and equipment should I bring? |
| Practical control and decision-making | What happens if I need more practice? |
Understand the qualification’s scope
This specialty does not replace technical decompression or overhead training.
Frequently asked questions
Is Deep Diver the same as a technical qualification?
No. Recreational and technical scopes are distinct.
Can I use the qualification in any conditions?
Conditions and recent experience may require additional preparation or a more conservative dive.
Does a guide remove the need for my own planning?
No. Understand and follow your own limits and the agreed team plan.
What should an Australian course quote include?
Ask for an itemised total covering learning materials, practical sessions, certification, equipment, boat or site fees and any extra training. Availability, duration and prices are centre-specific.
Where do I confirm the latest prerequisites?
Use the official NAUI information linked below and ask the authorised instructor to check your certification, age, experience, medical and first-aid records. A similar course name from another agency is not automatic equivalence.
Official course information
NAUI: Deep Diver ↗Agency standards determine certification requirements. This guide does not reproduce the full standard or imply agency endorsement.
Related next steps
Check prerequisites and readiness before choosing another course.