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How to become a padi certified scuba diver
Consult your physician to make sure you're healthy enough to take a scuba course.
Find a facility near you that offers padi-approved diving courses.
( refer to the padi website in the external links section of this article to find the closest dive course.

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a). ) Contact the facility to find out which personal equipment you will need to own. Most dive courses provide most of the basic equipment but require you to own your own mask, snorkel, * swim fins, boots, gloves, and hood.;
b). ) ( search online for " scuba diving courses near you " and " diving classes in los angeles. ") (read the information for the course online about the licensing requirements and fees.;
c). ) get a written lease in which you plan to dive, including a description of the experience you'll be unable to do without (if necessary), identification card, registration number, the equipment you plan to use. Complete all necessary courses on your own time.;
d). ) you'll also need to check before and during your training to make sure that you're ready to take the course. Visit a testing site outside of your jurisdiction and take your scuba certification exam.;
Answer:
a).