Become a certified Extended Range Trimix Diver
The SSI Extended Range Trimix training program is the core program that all other open-circuit programs build on. This program is the start of your exciting journey to become an accomplished tech diver. Using either a sidemount or twinset configuration, this program prepares you to plan and conduct trimix decompression dives to a maximum depth of 45 meters.
You will learn the techniques and procedures for using trimix breathing gases and nitrox mixtures of up to 100% oxygen for decompression. You will earn the SSI Extended Range Trimix diver certification after completing this program and gain new tech diver knowledge.
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Facts and Training Standards
Amount of Academic Sessions
5
Amount of Pool/Confined Water Sessions
1
Amount of Open Water Sessions
6
Maximum Training Depth
45 m / 145 ft
Suggested duration (h)
18
Certification Prerequisites
Deep Diving certification, Enriched Air Nitrox 40 certification
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Extend your range
Here are the benefits you can expect from attending this training program:
Start your technical diving journey using a twinset or sidemount configuration
Master your configuration and gain comfort
Learn the fundamental principles of decompression diving
Start your Technical Diving Journey with Extended Range
As an advanced diver, get ready to make all your technical diving dreams come true with SSI’s wide variety of Extended Range specialties. Learn the proper safety procedures needed to become a deep trimix diver and conduct decompression dive to a maximum depth of 60 meters with the SSI Technical Extended Range Trimix program. Looking for more adventure? Advance your skills and increase your tech diver knowledge in the SSI Hypoxic Trimix program and dive to 100 meters. Want to take the equipment off your back and squeeze into smaller spaces for further exploration? Then join the Extended Range Sidemount program today!
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Training Prerequisites
SSI Entry-Level Programs – Open Water Diver, Freediver, or Mermaid require students to complete a water fitness evaluation prior to open water training. The goal of this evaluation is to determine a comfort level baseline consisting of:
Swim Assessment
Survival Float
Technical Requirements
To start training, students must create a MySSI profile. This can either be done via the SSI website at www.divessi.com/register or by installing the MySSI App.
Simply download the app for either iOS or Android, set up the user profile, and access the world of diving in minutes! The MySSI App safely stores everything in one place, online or offline – training materials, logbook, and certification cards. This includes Recreational Scuba, Extended Range, Freediving and Mermaid.
Training Center Selection & Affiliation
Every student must select an SSI Training Center as their “Training Partner” during the course registration process. Affiliation ensures personalized service and a high-quality training experience.
Students can also change affiliation or choose to affiliate with multiple Training Centers in their user profile. When affiliating with a Training Center online or via the MySSI App, a Privacy Policy Agreement will be processed to comply with GDPR regulations.
Medical & Administrative Requirements
Each student or candidate must complete the required SSI Training Record Forms prior to participating in any SSI training program. The forms for minors must be reviewed and signed by a parent or guardian.
Responsible Diver Code
SSI Responsible Diver Code - Scuba DivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - FreedivingSSI Responsible Diver Code - Extended Range DivingDiver Medical Statement & Questionnaire or Physician’s Approval to Dive (where required)
Training Assumption of Risk, Liability Release, & Liability Release, & Hold Harmless Agreement (where required / not applicable within the European Union)
Program-specific Completion Record (done by the Instructor prior to certification)
Training Course Costs
Training consists of various components which are either charged singly or as a package depending on the selected Training Center. The components are:
Training Materials / Digital Kit
Tuition for Academics and In-Water Training
Open Water Training Dives
Certification
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