Veterans Commercial Diver Training
Your Service Built the Discipline. We’ll Provide the Training.
Continue your mission with industry-leading commercial diver training at Florida Commercial Diving Institute. We proudly support veterans and transitioning service members by providing hands-on training, career-focused education, and guidance on using VA Education Benefits.
Train Here. Work Anywhere.
Explore Our Programs
UNRESTRICTED SURFACE SUPPLIED DIVER
Our flagship commercial diver training program.
For veterans seeking comprehensive training that prepares them for careers in offshore energy, marine construction, salvage, inspections, and underwater welding.
National Surface Supplied Diver
A fast path back into the workforce.
Ideal for veterans looking to transition quickly into commercial diving with hands-on training in surface supplied diving, rigging, safety, and underwater operations.
UNDERWATER BURNING SPECIALIST
Turn precision and discipline into a specialized skill.
Master underwater cutting and burning techniques used throughout the commercial diving industry and expand your career opportunities.
DIVER MEDIC TECHNICIAN
Lead when it matters most.
Develop advanced emergency response and dive medical skills that prepare you for leadership roles on commercial diving projects.
Why Veterans Choose FCDI
We are veteran-owned & operated, so we understand more than most that the transition from military service to civilian life can be challenging, but your experience already gives you an advantage.
Commercial diving rewards discipline, teamwork, accountability, and mission-focused execution—the same qualities developed through military service.
At FCDI, you’ll train in real-world environments using industry-standard equipment while preparing for careers in:
- Offshore Oil & Gas
- Marine Construction
- Bridge Inspection
- Underwater Welding & Burning
- Salvage Operations
- Inland Commercial Diving
- Government Contracting
- Port & Infrastructure Projects
Use Your VA Education Benefits
Florida Commercial Diving Institute accepts eligible VA Education Benefits for qualified veterans.
Our admissions team will help you:
- Determine your eligibility
- Understand your available benefits
- Complete the required VA paperwork
- Submit your Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
- Prepare for enrollment
How to Get Started
Explore Our Diving Programs
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Review Your VA Benefits
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Submit Your Certificate of Eligibility (COE)
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Complete Your Application
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GET YOUR DIVE PHYSICAL
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Start Training
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Built for Hands-On Careers
Commercial diving isn’t a desk job. It’s physical, technical, rewarding work for people who enjoy solving problems and working with their hands.
At FCDI you’ll train in:
✔ Surface Supplied Diving
✔ Underwater Welding & Burning
✔ Rigging & Salvage
✔ Dive Safety
✔ Offshore Procedures
✔ Emergency Response
Why FCDI?
✔ Over a Century of Combined Industry Experience
✔ Industry-Recognized Certifications
✔ Hands-On Training Every Week
✔ Veteran-Friendly Admissions Team
✔ Career Placement Assistance
✔ VA Education Benefits Accepted
✔ Employer Connections Nationwide
Why Veterans Excel in Commercial Diving
Military experience often translates naturally into commercial diving because the job requires:
✔ Mission-focused execution
✔ Working as part of a team
✔ Following procedures under pressure
✔ Physical endurance
✔ Technical problem-solving
✔ Leadership and accountability
✔ Operating in challenging environments
These are qualities veterans already bring to the job site.
Ready for Your Next Mission?
Whether you’re transitioning from active duty or looking for a new challenge after military service, FCDI can help you build a career in commercial diving.
Train Here. Work Anywhere.
Our Professional Standing
Florida Commercial Diving Institute is proud to be associated with and a professional member of the following organizations:
