PADI IDC Staff Instructor Course – Become a Leader in Instructor Training
Ready to take your PADI diving instructor career to the next level? The PADI IDC Staff Instructor course is the perfect opportunity for experienced instructors to expand their leadership role and assist in Instructor Development Courses (IDCs). This highly respected certification enables you to help train future PADI Instructors, refine your teaching techniques, and gain valuable insights into dive education at an advanced level.
Why Choose The Diving Academy?
At The Diving Academy, we offer expert-led instruction that focuses on practical, real-world experience, giving you the opportunity to work alongside experienced PADI Course Directors and Master Instructors. Based at our centres in Reading, Swindon, Oxford, and Bristol, we ensure that every step of your IDC Staff Instructor journey is fully supported. Our approach combines classroom learning, in-water training, and professional mentoring to ensure you graduate with the expertise and confidence to succeed in your role.
What You Will Learn
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How to assist in Instructor Development Courses (IDCs) and help mentor PADI Instructor candidates
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Advanced diving theory and teaching methodologies
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How to demonstrate and evaluate diving skills effectively
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Techniques for providing constructive feedback and improving instructor candidates’ performance
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The role and responsibilities of a Staff Instructor within the PADI system
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How to teach and evaluate the core elements of the Instructor Development Course (IDC)
Course Requirements
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PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI) certification
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A minimum of 100 logged dives
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Minimum 18 years of age
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Current EFR (Emergency First Response) certification
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Medical clearance for diving within the last 12 months
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Completion of a PADI Divemaster course or equivalent
Who This Course is For
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Experienced PADI Instructors looking to advance their teaching career
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Dive professionals who want to assist in Instructor Development Courses
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Instructors aiming for higher leadership roles within dive centres or the dive industry
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Those who aspire to become a PADI Course Director and take on even more responsibility in dive education
Course Benefits
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Enhance your career as an instructor with the ability to assist in training new instructors
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Gain insight into the teaching and evaluation process of IDC and IE
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Improve your diving leadership and communication skills
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Open up new professional opportunities as a Staff Instructor
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Build confidence in your ability to mentor and guide aspiring dive instructors
Take the Next Step in Your Diving Career
The PADI IDC Staff Instructor course at The Diving Academy will prepare you to lead and mentor the next generation of dive instructors. By completing this course, you’ll not only advance your career but also gain valuable leadership experience that will help you stand out in the competitive world of diving instruction. Whether you’re based in the UK or looking to teach abroad, our course will provide you with the qualifications and hands-on experience you need to succeed.
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