CCR Self-Sufficient Diver
This specialized certification qualifies CCR-trained divers to conduct independent closed-circuit rebreather dives with demonstrated self-sufficiency in oxygen management, hypercapnia awareness, and comprehensive emergency procedures. It enables unrestricted recreational and light-technical CCR diving at depths to 100 fsw (30 msw), emphasizing solo rebreather competency and self-reliant operation.
Prerequisites
IANTD CCR Diver + prior CCR dive experience + 50 logged rebreather dives, minimum 18 years old. (Prerequisites not independently confirmed beyond IANTD CCR certification requirement.)
Standards
What a diver must demonstrate to pass this course — not always published by the certifying agency.
Demonstrate mastery of hypercapnia recognition, oxygen partial-pressure management, emergency ascent procedures, and comprehensive rebreather troubleshooting under stress.
Instructors Teaching This Course
Mexico
Thailand
Indonesia
United States
Other locations
Dive Centres Offering This Course
Mexico
Thailand
Indonesia
United States
We're still building out the directory country by country, so this list isn't every instructor or dive centre teaching it in the world — more locations are coming soon.
Common questions about IANTD CCR Self-Sufficient Diver
What does IANTD CCR Self-Sufficient Diver training involve?
According to IANTD's published standards: Demonstrate mastery of hypercapnia recognition, oxygen partial-pressure management, emergency ascent procedures, and comprehensive rebreather troubleshooting under stress.
Where can I take IANTD CCR Self-Sufficient Diver?
17 dive centres and 23 instructors in the TecDiveTools directory teach IANTD CCR Self-Sufficient Diver, in Mexico, Thailand, Indonesia and the United States. Each is listed further up this page.