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I had to laugh out loud sitting here at my computer when I read about
the latest "cash-grab" by the certification-for-money crowd. Have a look
at this (but be warned - those with some trace of intelligence or common
sense might be offended). It's cut from a email diving newsletter.

>SOLO CERTIFICATION: IT'S TIME
>
>Let's welcome the new millennium by
>finally ending the absurd controversy
>over solo diving and grant certification
>status to experienced divers through a
>formalized process. Codifying solo
>diving with practical standards makes
>sense for two reasons: First, divers
>who are currently diving independently
>without formal training will be
>encouraged to receive the instruction
>they need. Second, the buddy system is deeply flawed. It fosters
>dependent behavior in many divers and is proven not to enhance safety.
>In fact, it may do just the opposite for many divers forced into the
role of
>buddy. For more information, go to:
>http://www.scubadiving.com/training/instruction/solocert

Proof that certifying agencies are parasites on the diving community.

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