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I.D.E.A. certifying agency...

Started by BUBBLEJAY , Jun 25 2004 12:47 PM

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#1 BUBBLEJAY

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Posted 25 June 2004 - 12:47 PM

Is anyone familiar with i.d.e.a. as a certifying agency? I just completed my OW but have never heard of them before. Thanks

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#2 ddierolf

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Posted 25 June 2004 - 01:05 PM

Hi and Welcome! I have never heard of it before, but I did a web search and Altoona is the only place in PA that has an office or LDS (Local Dive Shop) that offers that cert. Next closest place is in Ohio.

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#3 DandyDon

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Posted 25 June 2004 - 01:16 PM

Here's is their web site: http://www.idea-scub...g.com/index.htm

Hope you don't have difficulties with operators. I think I might print out the home page and carry if with me on trip. DrBill had to get recertified after years of diving as many operators didn't know that LA County Calf had a very good Scuba training program.

Edited by DandyDon, 25 June 2004 - 01:16 PM.

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#4 JulioJoglar

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Posted 25 June 2004 - 01:19 PM

Wow!! You do learn something new everyday. I've never heard of IDEA before. I did a :lam: search and found their website. Apparently, there is only one dive shop in Texas that IDEA certifies. Sorry I don't have any info about IDEA but I do not know of anyone ever been certified by IDEA.

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#5 Walter

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Posted 25 June 2004 - 11:53 PM

They are well known by the folks who'll be accepting your c-card. They are a recognized agency and you will not have a problem having your card accepted.

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#6 Narwhal

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Posted 10 October 2004 - 08:43 PM

Sorry I got in late on this one but IDEA is a member of RSTC along with PADI, YMCA, SSI, PDIC and now SDI. RSTC members set minimum training standards under NBS auspices.
Jim

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