REFRESHER IE. SCUBA TUNE-UP OR REACTIVATE
Scuba Review vs Reactivate
If it's been more than two years since you were diving, or perhaps less, but you would feel like a more confident divers with a review with an instructor before your next dive, then you should sign up for a refresher from your nearest PADI Dive Center. There are two options available from PADI to refresh your scuba skills: Scuba Review or Reactivate. The courses are essentially the same but have some slight differences.
If it's been more than two years since you were diving, or perhaps less, but you would feel like a more confident divers with a review with an instructor before your next dive, then you should sign up for a refresher from your nearest PADI Dive Center. There are two options available from PADI to refresh your scuba skills: Scuba Review or Reactivate. The courses are essentially the same but have some slight differences.
Attributes |
Scuba Tune-up |
Reactivate |
Platform |
Computer |
Tablet/Phone/Computer |
Includes New Dive Card |
No |
Yes |
Course Materials Available for Download |
No |
Yes |
Available to Non PADI divers |
Yes |
No |
Multiple Languages |
Yes |
No |
SCUBA TUNE-UPWhat are the PADI Scuba Tune-up course prerequisites?
To participate in the practical (in-water) portions of the program, you need to be a certified diver, or a diver undergoing training, at least 10 years old, and fit for diving. Anyone at least 10 years old may enroll in the PADI eLearning Scuba Tune-up online program. What does it cover?
PADI Scuba Tune-up Online content is broken down into 8 easy-to-learn sections after an introduction, covering Safe Diving Practices, Dive Planning Fundamentals, Problem Management, Breathing Air at Depth, Dive Computers and Dive Tables, Planning Dives with the RDP, Diving with Enriched Air Nitrox and Diving Skills Review. Who can benefit from completing the course? The course is designed for anyone who wants to refresh their dive knowledge. The program is primarily designed for certified divers who wish to return to scuba diving after a period of inactivity, however, it is also a great resource for any diver to brush up. How does it work? After enrolling, PADI's eLearning® system presents you with interactive presentations that include videos, audio, graphics and reading. Short quizzes let you check understanding of the presented information before moving on. This lets you go through the program efficiently and at your own pace. End-of-section exams verify your mastery of the entire topic and are automatically scored. What else is required to complete the course? While PADI Scuba Tune-up Online does not necessarily require that any training dives in confined or open water take place, it makes sense to refresh both your knowledge and skills. Be sure and discuss the options you have for completing the practical elements with your local PADI Dive Center or Resort to maximize the benefit of completing the PADI Scuba Tune-up Online. How long do you have to complete the eLearning course? The eLearning course will be available for one year from the time of course registration. What is the minimum amount of time it will take to complete this eLearning program? If all information is reviewed, the PADI Scuba Tune-Up online will take approximately 5 hours to complete. How do you document that you’ve completed the eLearning segment? Once you finish the eLearning portion of the course, your dive center is notified that you have completed it and that you are ready for the practical phase of the program, if there is going to be one. If you are going to participate in a practical phase at the end of the eLearning program, you can print out your eRecord and bring a copy of it with you to your selected PADI Dive Center or Resort. |
REACTIVATEHaven’t been diving lately and want a quick scuba refresher? The ReActivate™ program is the perfect way to update your dive skills and knowledge from the PADI Open Water Diver Course before jumping back into the water. Whether you want a few reminders or need to go over the basics, ReActivate is personalized for you: You conveniently review scuba concepts on your tablet, mobile device or computer, then go diving with a PADI Professional. It’s quick and easy, and a good way to prepare for your next PADI course or get ready for a dive vacation. The best part is, divers who complete both the knowledge and inwater skill refresher receive a replacement certification card with a ReActivated date on it.
Any PADI certified diver who wants a refresher or pre-travel update should ReActivate. Dive shops appreciate seeing a recent ReActivate date on your certification card because it means you’re ready to dive in. DIVE IN If you want to learn more about diving in a new area or in different dive conditions, also ask about completing a Discover Local Diving experience at a local dive site. If you can’t access ReActivate, or can’t access in your language your PADI Instructor can still complete a scuba skills review with you, and you can refresh your diving knowledge with Scuba Tune-Up Online. *Your PADI certification does not expire. Participation in PADI ReActivate™ is not mandatory, but recommended as an easy way to refresh your foundational scuba safety knowledge and skills if you haven’t been diving in a while. Divers who complete both the knowledge and in-water skill refresher receive a replacement certification card with a “ReActivated thru” date on it. Academic Using ReActivate eLearning (for tablets or mobile devices) or ReActivate Online (for your personal computer), you’ll immerse yourself in dive scenarios and make decisions that test your understanding of important dive safety concepts, dive planning essentials and problem management. Move through ReActivate at your own pace and delve deeper into topics when you need or want to. In the water, your PADI Professional will help you regain comfort and confidence in scuba diving. You’ll practice a few safety-related skills and then go over anything you specifically want to review. Equipment You’ll use basic scuba gear including a mask, snorkel, fins, regulator, BCD and a scuba tank. The exposure protection you need will depend on whether you dive in a pool, confined water or open water dive site. Your PADI Dive Center or Resort staff will explain other equipment you may need to ReActivate. Getting Started Contact your local PADI Dive Center or Resort to get ReActivate eLearning or ReActivate Online and start working through the scenarios. Or, download the PADI App to your tablet or mobile device (if you haven’t already) and purchase ReActivate to get started immediately. Then, schedule your ReActivate water skills session. |
