Instructor Development

Instructor Development Course (IDC)

Turn Your Passion for Diving into a Professional Career

Becoming a PADI Instructor is more than advancing your skills — it’s the start of a global career.
We offer a complete Instructor Development pathway, guiding you from Divemaster to IDC and through the Instructor Examination (IE).

🌊 Your Professional Pathway

Step 1 | Divemaster
Become a professional diver and learn to lead and assist in training

Step 2 | Instructor Development Course (IDC)
Develop teaching skills and become an instructor

Step 3 | Instructor Examination (IE)
Pass the official PADI evaluation and earn your certification

🤿 Divemaster Program

Your first step into the professional diving world.

During this course, you will learn:

  • How to organize and lead diving activities

  • Assist instructors with student training

  • Improve your diving skills and problem-solving abilities

  • Understand dive safety and risk management

This course is ideal if you:

  • Want to start a career in diving

  • Want to improve your diving skills

  • Plan to become a PADI Instructor

🎓 Instructor Development Course (IDC)

The core program to become a certified PADI Instructor.

The IDC consists of two parts:

Assistant Instructor (AI)

  • Learn fundamental teaching techniques

  • Participate in instructional activities

Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI)

  • Full instructor-level training

  • Classroom, confined water, and open water teaching skills

You will learn how to:

  • Deliver academic presentations

  • Structure and organize courses

  • Evaluate student performance

  • Teach effectively underwater

🏅 Instructor Examination (IE)

The final step to becoming a PADI Instructor.

The IE is conducted by official PADI Examiners and includes:

  • Theory exams

  • Teaching presentations (classroom, confined water, open water)

  • Skills assessment

  • Standards and safety evaluation

🎯 Upon successful completion, you will become a:
PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor

⭐ Why Train With Us

  • Highly experienced PADI Course Director

  • Small group sizes with personalized coaching

  • High IE pass rate

  • Career support and job placement guidance

  • Bilingual instruction (English & Chinese)

📦 What’s Included

  • PADI materials and eLearning

  • Full IDC training program

  • Mock exams and coaching

  • Assistance with IE registration

  • Career development guidance

✅ Prerequisites

  • Minimum age: 18 years old

  • PADI Rescue Diver (or equivalent)

  • Certified Divemaster (or equivalent)

  • Valid CPR & First Aid within the last 24 months

🚀 Start Your Instructor Journey

Ready to turn your passion into a profession?

👉 Contact us for course schedules 
👉 Book a consultation and plan your career path

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I join IDC without being a Divemaster?
A: No, you must first complete the Divemaster certification.

Q: How long does the IDC take?
A: Typically 10–14 days, depending on the schedule.

Q: Is the IE difficult?
A: With proper training and preparation, most candidates pass successfully.

Become a PADI Instructor and make diving your career.