PADI Equipment Specialist Instructor Course – Teach Gear Confidence at Diving Academy
At Diving Academy, we help dive professionals become more than just instructors—we help you become trusted gear advisors. The PADI Equipment Specialist Instructor course trains you to teach divers how to care for, maintain, and troubleshoot their own scuba gear with confidence.
A diver’s equipment is their life support system. That’s why knowing how it works—and how to prevent or fix common problems—is critical. As a PADI Equipment Specialist Instructor, you’ll teach students how to avoid dive interruptions, extend the life of their equipment, and stay safe both underwater and above the surface.
Why Teach the Equipment Specialist Course?
Divers at all levels want to feel confident with their gear. Whether it’s a recreational diver preparing for a liveaboard or a tech diver fine-tuning their setup, your training makes a difference. As a PADI Equipment Specialist Instructor, you give students the skills to handle their gear with care and expertise.
This dry, non-diving specialty is perfect for year-round teaching. You can offer it in classrooms, dive shops, or as part of continuing education packages—no pool or open water needed. It also pairs well with other specialties and professional-level training.
For an overview of the student course, check out the PADI Equipment Specialist page.
Apply Standards and Deliver Practical Value
You’ll follow PADI’s General Standards and Procedures and learn how to deliver this course across various gear brands and diver needs. Topics include regulator and BCD function, maintenance tips, storage solutions, cylinder care, and basic field repairs.
Workshops That Build Instructor Confidence
At Diving Academy, we focus on practical teaching. You’ll complete workshops that cover:
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Course outline and instructional structure
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Equipment demonstration and hands-on sessions
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Knowledge delivery and student Q&A
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Marketing and promotion strategies
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Pricing models and year-round course packaging
By the end of your training, you’ll be fully prepared to run this specialty confidently—and give your students the skills to become better divers and equipment owners.
So if you’re ready to go beyond dive skills and into dive systems, become a PADI Equipment Specialist Instructor with Diving Academy today.
👉 Contact us to enrol or request more details.