This course is ideal for divers who want to develop teaching skills, gain leadership experience, and progress toward becoming a full PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor. It’s the perfect bridge between Divemaster and Instructor certification.

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Requirements to enroll:

• Be a PADI Divemaster

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a minimum of 60 logged dives

• Have a current CPR and first aid certification (within the last 24 months)

• Complete the medical questionnaire and waiver

Theory:
You’ll complete knowledge development modules, including dive theory, teaching principles, and the PADI system of diver education. These can be completed through self-study and instructor-led sessions, with support available if you have questions.

Practical training:
Practical sessions include supervised teaching of confined water skills, assisting with open water training dives, and learning how to plan and conduct student dive activities safely and effectively.

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What you’ll be qualified to do:
Once certified, you’ll be able to assist PADI Instructors with student training, conduct confined water sessions, and gain hands-on teaching experience. This certification also puts you on the path to becoming a full PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor.

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Take this course to develop your teaching skills, build confidence in the water, and move one step closer to a professional diving career.