Posted by CalAbDiver on July 16, 2001 at 13:15:43:
In Reply to: Lies posted by JIm Hoffmann on July 16, 2001 at 12:38:32:
the purpose of this post is not to support nor indict PADI. here is the info:
http://www.padi.com/news/stats/default.asp
Facts for Commonly Asked Questions
There are 8.5 million certified scuba divers in the United States (all agencies)
PADI certifies 70% of divers in US and 55% of divers throughout the world.
PADI's cumulative worldwide certifications is between 8 - 8.5 million.
72% of divers are male and 28% are female
62% of divers have an average income above $50,000
39% of divers are in a professional/managerial occupation.
58% of divers are married.
50% of divers have a college degree
The average age for divers is 36 years old.