| Acronym | Meaning |
| TP | Test Pressure |
| SSI | Scuba Schools International; Diving Instruction Organization. |
| BT | Bottom Time |
| HP | High Pressure |
| AIC | Advanced Instructor Course (BSAC) |
| DO | Dive Officer (BSAC) |
| RSTC | Recreational Scuba Training Council. Organization That Sets Basic Guidelines For Scuba Diving Agencies. |
| EAN(X) | Enriched Air Nitrox |
| SCUHA | Self-contained Underwater Heating Apparatus (urinating In Your Wet Suit). |
| DSMB | Delayed Surface Marker Buoy |