What should you earn before advanced scuba requirements?

The Swimming merit badge.

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  1. A fishing badge
  2. The Swimming merit badge ✔
  3. A boating license

Why: Swimming skills are a prerequisite, so build water confidence before advanced scuba work.

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Swim first, dive second.
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Answer: The Swimming merit badge. Swimming skills are a prerequisite, so build water confidence before advanced scuba work.

  1. Scouting America: Scuba Diving www.scouting.org/merit-badges/scuba-diving
    Before completing requirements 3 through 6, earn the Swimming merit badge
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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