A diver examining an engine order telegraph on the wreck of the SS Steuben

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WreckIANTD

CCR Wreck Survey Diver

Last updated September 7, 2026

This specialized rebreather certification qualifies Wreck Diver-certified divers with CCR experience to conduct systematic surveys and documentation of wreck interiors using underwater photography and measurement on closed-circuit rebreathers. It advances wreck archaeology and preservation knowledge while benefiting from CCR efficiency in overhead wreck environments, enabling participation in wreck heritage projects and systematic wreck documentation.

Prerequisites

IANTD Wreck Diver + CCR qualification + 50 logged rebreather dives, minimum 18 years old. (Prerequisites based on limited available information; exact requirements not independently confirmed.)

Standards

What a diver must demonstrate to pass this course — not always published by the certifying agency.

Demonstrate mastery of wreck-specific measurement techniques, data recording in confined spaces, and CCR-specific documentation protocols for systematic wreck survey.

No instructors or dive centres found offering this course.

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 Wreck Survey Diver

What does IANTD CCR Wreck Survey Diver training involve?

According to IANTD's published standards: Demonstrate mastery of wreck-specific measurement techniques, data recording in confined spaces, and CCR-specific documentation protocols for systematic wreck survey.