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DIVE THEORY

  • Dive Theory will dramatically expand your understanding of dive physics, physiology, equipment, decompression theory and dive planning.

    PADI Divemaster, IDC, IDC Staff and CDTC candidates may earn credit toward the dive theory exams.

  • Learn about dive physics, physiology, equipment, decompression theory and dive planning, using a computer or mobile device. Study online or offline, whenever it's convenient for you. Connect with an instructor whenever you have questions.

    eLearning time commitment: 12-15 hours

    Unlike other PADI eLearning courses, Dive Theory does not have an in-person component. If you are working towards a professional certification, ask us about earning credit for your dive theory exam.

 

DIVEMASTER

  • Whether you want to hone your skills and dive like a pro or turn your passion into a career, you can start your journey towards PADI Divemaster now - for free! The PADI Introduction to Divemaster program introduces you to the concepts, skills, and knowledge necessary to join the ranks of PADI Professionals worldwide.

    Consider taking Dive Theory Online, another PADI eLearning® program, that takes you step-by-step through dive physics, physiology, skills, equipment and environment, plus a Recreational Dive Planner (RDP) review. By successfully completing Dive Theory Online, you can get credit for half of the Divemaster Final Exam. Your Instructor can explain how this works when you meet to schedule knowledge review sessions along with your waterskills exercises, workshops and practical assessments.

  • The PADI Divemaster course teaches you to be a leader and take charge of dive activities. Through knowledge development sessions, waterskills exercises and workshops, and hands-on practical assessment, you develop the skills to organize and direct a variety of scuba diving activities. Topics and practical workshops include:

    The role and characteristics of the PADI Divemaster

    Supervising dive activities and assisting with student divers

    Diver safety and risk management

    Divemaster conducted programs and specialized skills

    Business of diving and your career

    Awareness of the dive environment

    Dive setup and management

    Mapping an open water site

    Conducting dive briefings

    Organizing a search and recovery project and a deep dive

    Conducting a scuba review and skin diver course

    Assisting with Discover Scuba Diving and leading Discover Local Diving programs

  • Age Requirement

    18 years or older

    Course Prerequisites

    Rescue Diver, 40 logged dives, CPR and First Aid certification within 24 months, medical clearance to dive

    Time Commitment

    Approximately 50 hours

 

INSTRUCTOR

  • If you like people, have a passion for scuba diving and want an extraordinary life - become a PADI Instructor. Teaching scuba diving allows you to share your love of the aquatic world with others while doing what you enjoy - being in, around and under water. PADI Open Water Scuba Instructors and PADI Assistant Instructors are the most sought-after dive professionals around the world because they've completed the program that sets the standard for training dive professionals. You earn a PADI Instructor rating through hard work and commitment, but you're rewarded with a job that lets you share incredible underwater adventures with others - transforming their lives for the better and enriching yours.

    Are you ready to join the ranks of the dedicated professionals who teach the world's most progressive and popular scuba diver education programs? Then Go PRO with WaterColors!

    The Instructor Development Course (IDC) is made up of two parts - the Assistant Instructor (AI) course and the Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) program. Most dive professionals complete the entire IDC and go on to attend an Instructor Examination (IE), which is the final step to earn a PADI Instructor certification.

    Successfully completing just the AI course results in a PADI Assistant Instructor qualification. When an AI is ready to progress, attending an OWSI program allows entry into an IE to earn a full PADI Instructor rating.

    Dive professionals who hold an instructor rating with another diver training organization may be eligible to enroll directly in the OWSI program. This recognizes prior instructor training and provides a path to become a PADI Instructor.

    A PADI Divemaster who has been a certified diver for six months may enroll in the PADI Instructor Development Course. You also need:

    At least 60 logged dives and 100 dives to attend an IE.

    Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care (CPR and First Aid) training within the past 24 months.

    A medical statement signed by a physician within the last 12 months

    You also need to be an Emergency First Response Instructor, but you can earn this rating during your instructor training.

  • PADI's eLearning option that lets you study independently at your own pace before class. There are nine interactive knowledge development sections. Prestudy online saves classroom time, which allows more time for practicing the skills that distinguish you as a PADI Instructor.

    Also, sign up for Dive Theory Online, if you haven't already completed it or it's been more than a year since you went through it. The program is a straightforward review of dive physics, physiology, skills, equipment and environment, plus using the Recreational Dive Planner (RDP). By successfully completing Dive Theory Online, you can get credit for the dive theory exam requirement during your IDC.

  • Part 2: At WaterColors with your Course Director.

    Around 7 days, the IDC teaches you to conduct all PADI core courses. You'll be able to organise and present information, conduct skill development sessions and control open water dives. Basically, you become a better public speaker and get really good at demonstrating skills while watching out for student diver safety. Key topics include:

    PADI Standards and Procedures for courses you can teach with in water workshops

    Learning, Instruction and the PADI System

    Risk Management and Diver Safety

    The Business of Diving and your role as an instructor

    Marketing Diving and Sales Counseling

    You may be able to get college credit or the Assistant Instructor course and Instructor Development Course.