SSI CCR Extended Range 30 – Begin Your CCR Technical Diving Journey

Explore Deeper, Longer, and Quieter with CCR Diving

The SSI CCR Extended Range 30 course introduces you to the world of closed-circuit rebreather (CCR) diving, allowing you to dive deeper and stay underwater significantly longer. Ideal for experienced divers ready to take their diving beyond traditional open-circuit limits, this course certifies you to safely conduct CCR dives to depths of up to 30 metres using air as a diluent.

Under expert guidance from SSI XR CCR instructors, you’ll learn the theory and practical skills needed to operate and manage closed-circuit rebreathers safely and efficiently. Emphasis is placed on buoyancy control, emergency management, and dive planning, ensuring you’re fully equipped to handle the unique challenges of CCR diving.

Why Choose CCR Extended Range 30?

Taking the SSI CCR XR 30 course will allow you to:

• Dive silently and get closer to marine life without disturbing your surroundings.

• Significantly extend bottom time due to optimised gas usage.

• Reduce gas consumption and decompression obligations compared to open-circuit diving.

• Master rebreather operation, maintenance, and emergency management skills.

Whether you’re looking to experience the tranquillity of CCR diving or planning deeper technical dives in the future, this course provides the perfect foundation.

Course Structure & Learning Outcomes

Knowledge Development

You will explore in-depth topics essential to CCR diving, including:

• Fundamentals of closed-circuit rebreathers

• Gas management and diluent usage

• Oxygen sensor monitoring and calibration

• CCR diving physiology and safety considerations

Practical CCR Diving Skills

• Confined Water Session (1 Dive): Familiarise yourself with the rebreather, buoyancy and trim, emergency drills, and rebreather troubleshooting.

• Open Water Training (6 Dives): Conduct progressive CCR dives to 30 metres, mastering buoyancy control, loop volume management, emergency scenarios, and decompression planning.

SSI CCR Extended Range 30 – Requirements

• Minimum Age: 18 years

• Certification Level: SSI Deep Diving and NITROX specialty or equivalent

• Minimum Logged Dives: 30 dives recommended

• Medical Clearance: Valid diving medical certificate

Duration & Training Schedule

• Total Dives: 1 confined dive + 6 open water dives

• Course Duration: Typically completed over 4-5 days

• Flexible scheduling available

What’s Included in Your SSI CCR Extended Range 30 Course?

• Professional training from SSI XR CCR instructors

• SSI CCR XR 30 certification upon successful completion

• Use of CCR equipment and bailout cylinders

• Air diluent and oxygen fills required during training

Not Included

• SSI CCR XR 30 digital learning materials (purchased separately)

• Personal dive gear (mask, fins, exposure suit—available for rent if needed)

• CCR unit hire fee (if applicable)

Next Steps After CCR Extended Range 30

After completing the CCR XR 30 course, you can further your CCR skills by continuing your training:

• SSI CCR Extended Range 40 – Extend your CCR diving skills to deeper limits.

• SSI CCR Technical Extended Range 60 – Master trimix-based CCR diving to 60 metres.

Take Your Diving Further with CCR

The SSI CCR XR 30 course gives you access to quieter, safer, and longer dives, enabling you to enjoy the underwater world in an entirely new way.

Contact Us to Book your SSI CCR Extended Range 30 course today!