Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver

About the Course

Enriched air, also known as nitrox or EANx, contains less nitrogen than regular air. Breathing less nitrogen means you can enjoy longer dives and shorter surface intervals. No wonder Enriched Air Diver is the most popular PADI® specialty.

Take This Course If You Want to

• Get nitrox air fills
• Stay at depth longer
• Enjoy shorter surface intervals

Learn How to

• Dive with nitrox
• Use an oxygen air analyser
• Set your dive computer

How to Earn an Enriched Air Nitrox Certification

Learn why nitrox allows you to make longer dives and how to dive nitrox safely through online independent study. Meet with your PADI Instructor for hands-on practical exercises, then make two (optional) dives.

INDEPENDENT STUDY

Online learning makes it easy to fit scuba lessons into a busy schedule. Complete the knowledge development section of your course whenever, wherever it's convenient for you.

Work at your own pace, online or offline, using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor whenever you have a question.

• eLearning time commitment: 2-4 hours

AT THE DIVE SHOP

With Your Instructor

After finishing your independent study, you'll learn how to analyse a tank, fill out an enriched air log, and set your dive computer for nitrox. This will be completed in our classroom.

• Prerequisites: PADI Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification)
• Total time commitment: 1-2 days
• Minimum age: 12 years or older
• Depth: 0