IDC Staff Instructor

Our course combines advanced instructor development training with real-world IDC experience. Training includes: • Advanced instructor-level knowledge development • Teaching evaluation workshops • IDC structure and standards review • Practical IDC teaching experience • Mentorship and instructor coaching techniques You’ll gain hands-on experience in assisting and evaluating instructor candidates, preparing you for leadership roles within the dive industry.

The PADI Staff Instructor Course is designed for: • Experienced PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainers (MSDT) • Instructors who want to assist with Instructor Development Courses (IDC) • Dive professionals looking to move into leadership and mentorship roles • Instructors interested in professional-level teaching development • Dive educators passionate about training future instructors If you want to play a bigger role in shaping the diving industry, Staff Instructor is a powerful step forward.

To enroll in the PADI Staff Instructor Course, you must: • Be a PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT) • Be a PADI Instructor in teaching status • Have experience teaching multiple PADI courses • Be at least 18 years old This course is designed for instructors who already have solid teaching experience and are ready for leadership responsibilities.

SA Dive Pros is a collective of passionate and highly experienced dive educators in South Australia dedicated to developing exceptional dive professionals. Training with us includes: • Personalised mentorship from experienced Course Directors • Small professional-level training groups • Real-world instructor development insights • Leadership-focused training approach • Continued professional support after certification We are committed to producing high-quality instructors and future leaders in the dive industry.

Your course includes everything required to become a confident Staff Instructor: • PADI Staff Instructor training program • Instructor evaluation and coaching workshops • IDC structure and standards training • Practical experience assisting in an Instructor Development Course • Professional mentorship and feedback • Certification processing guidance This ensures you graduate with the confidence to mentor and support instructor candidates effectively.

At SA Dive Pros, we focus on developing industry-ready dive professionals. During this course you will learn: • How to evaluate instructor-level teaching presentations • Coaching techniques for instructor candidates • Advanced PADI standards and instructor training philosophy • Leadership and mentoring strategies • How Instructor Development Courses operate behind the scenes These are the skills that transform instructors into true dive industry leaders.

By completing this course, you will gain: • The PADI Staff Instructor certification • The ability to assist Course Directors in IDC programs • Advanced instructor coaching and mentoring skills • Greater credibility as a dive professional • Leadership recognition within the diving community This certification demonstrates that you can help develop future PADI Instructors.

As a PADI Staff Instructor, you can: • Assist with PADI Instructor Development Courses (IDC) • Mentor and guide instructor candidates • Help evaluate instructor-level teaching presentations • Support Course Directors in professional diver development This role places you at the heart of professional diver education.

Train under a highly experienced PADI Course Director who brings a world of knowledge and practical insights to your instructor journey: • Global Diving Expertise – Having dived and worked in oceans and dive centers around the globe, our Course Director shares unique, real-world techniques and perspectives that go beyond textbook learning, preparing you for diverse diving environments anywhere in the world. • Multilingual & Inclusive Teaching – With the ability to teach in multiple languages, every session is engaging, inclusive, and culturally rich, ensuring you fully understand the material while enjoying a personalized learning experience. • Technical Mastery Meets Career Mentorship – Benefit from a rare combination of deep technical expertise and practical career guidance. From advanced teaching strategies to real-world tips for running successful dive programs, you’ll gain knowledge that accelerates your professional growth and sets you apart as a confident, skilled PADI Instructor.

Many Staff Instructors continue to expand their role within the dive industry by: • Assisting regularly in Instructor Development Courses • Becoming IDC coordinators or professional mentors • Expanding specialty instructor certifications • Working closely with Course Directors in professional training programs Staff Instructor is often seen as the gateway to becoming a Course Director in the future.