SSI Scuba Schools International
Michael Steidley possesses extensive experience in diving instruction, safety management, and research chemistry. Currently serving as an Instructor Certifier and International Training Director at Scuba Schools International since 1985, Michael also holds the position of Regional Account Manager at Mares Diving Division of HEAD USA. Previous roles include Corporate Safety Manager at SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment and Master Instructor/Course Director at the Professional Association of Diving Instructors. Additionally, Michael has experience as a Diving Safety Officer and Regional Account Manager with the National Association of Underwater Instructors. In the field of research, notable positions include Research and Development Chemist at Johnson & Johnson Biotech Company and Research Chemist at Kelco, a Division of Merck. Michael holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, a Master's degree in Organic Chemistry, and has completed post-graduate studies in Exercise Physiology at the University of Oregon.
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Scuba Schools International (SSI) was established in 1970 with the vision of making it possible for anyone to learn how to dive safely. Today, SSI is the world's largest professional business-based training agency, with 3,500+ Training Centers and over 100,000 SSI Professionals in 150+ countries. For over 50 years, SSI has provided high-quality training programs and materials for Recreational Scuba, Extended Range, Freediving, Mermaid, Swim, and Lifeguard programs from beginner to Instructor Trainer levels. With digital and printed materials available in more than 40 languages, SSI enables people to experience the underwater world across the globe. SSI's MyDiveGuide represents the world's largest Dive Site Database with more than 5,000 sites, including potential wildlife encounters. The database is based on more than 6 million logged dives and improves daily via SSI's Digital DiveLog. MyDiveGuide and the Digital DiveLog connect dive sites, buddies, instructors, and Training Centers using QR Code technology and SSI's digital dive verification to create a lifetime of adventure. BLUE OCEANS is SSI's environmental conservation initiative. Accessible to everyone, SSI seeks to create environmental awareness and protect our oceans by role modeling conservation-minded behavior and promoting sustainable diving practices. Find an SSI Center near you https://go.divessi.com/center-locator Become a certified diver https://go.divessi.com/start-scuba-diving Become an SSI Professional https://go.divessi.com/become-a-pro Find your next adventure https://go.divessi.com/mdg Join the Blue Oceans community https://go.divessi.com/blue-oceans Explore the SSI Blog https://go.divessi.com/blog-overview Download the MySSI App https://go.divessi.com/myssi_app