The PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver specialty is one of the most popular certifications in diving. Using enriched air allows divers to reduce nitrogen absorption, which can mean longer no-decompression limits and shorter surface intervals when diving within recreational limits.

This course focuses on understanding oxygen exposure, analyzing nitrox cylinders, setting dive computers correctly, and planning dives using enriched air safely. No diving is required, making this a fast, practical certification that delivers immediate benefits on your very next dive.

At Space City Dive Center, Enriched Air training is clear, practical, and geared toward real-world diving. Whether you’re preparing for dive travel, repetitive dives, or just want more flexibility underwater, this specialty is a smart upgrade to your dive toolkit.

What You’ll Learn

• What enriched air is and how it differs from air
• Benefits and limits of diving with nitrox
• Oxygen exposure management and safety procedures
• Analyzing nitrox cylinders and labeling requirements
• Setting and using dive computers for enriched air

Course Structure

• Time Commitment: Can be completed in one day
• eLearning: Complete at your own pace

Who This Course Is For

Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver is ideal for certified divers who want longer bottom times, added safety margins, and greater flexibility on repetitive dives. It’s especially popular with travelers, liveaboard guests, and divers planning advanced or continuing education.

Prerequisites

• Minimum Age: 12
• Minimum Certification Level: Open Water Diver

Equipment Requirements

• Students are encouraged to bring their own nitrox capable computer, if available, to the hands-on portion of the course.

What’s Included

• PADI Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver eLearning
• Instructor-led review and practical exercises
• Enriched Air (Nitrox) Diver certification upon completion