SCUBA Courses - Crossover Qualifications
As already mentioned in the sections about PADI and BSAC, both agencies have their merits. One of the significant developments over recent years is the “SALT Treaty”, which at last recognises the training that other agencies have given, and offers equivalent grades and training for divers who wish to cross over. The document is quite precise, and personal circumstances and experience play a part, but as a quick guide the following grades are considered equivalent:
| PADI | BSAC |
| Open Water Advanced Open Water |
Ocean Diver |
| Rescue Diver | Sports Diver |
| Divemaster | Dive Leader |
So if you fancy gaining an extra agency to add to your CV, or have decided on a change, BlueFish Diving can offer a crossover course to suit.
