Ready to take your diving to the next level? The PADI Divemaster course trains you to lead underwater tours, assist instructors with scuba classes, and become a role model who inspires others to care for the ocean. It’s your chance to sharpen your skills, build confidence, and become the diver others look up to.
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As the most respected and globally recognised professional dive certification, PADI Divemaster opens the door to exciting career opportunities around the world. Do what you love — dive, explore, and share your passion for the ocean every day.
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From Dive Fan to Dive Leader – Here’s How!
The course consists of three main components:
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PADI E-learning: Complete the online training at your convenience.
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Classroom Sessions: Theory review and knowledge development.
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Complete knowledge development segments including Knowledge Reviews in the PADI Divemaster Manual or through Divemaster eLearning, and pass the Divemaster Final Exam.
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Confine and Open Water Training
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Create an Emergency Assistance Plan for a designated dive site.
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Complete waterskills exercises.
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Complete a diver rescue assessment.
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Complete the dive skills workshop and assessment.
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Complete practical application skills.
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Complete divemaster-conducted programs workshops.
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Complete practical assessments.
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Course Prerequisite
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Certified as a PADI Advanced Open Water Diver and PADI Rescue Diver
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18 years old
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Logged 40 scuba dives
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Completed EFR Primary and Secondary Care training within 24 months
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Medically evaluated and cleared for diving by a physician within 12 months
Certification​
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As a certified Divemaster, you can:
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Lead dives & assist instructors
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Work at dive centers worldwide
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Sharpen your skills & ocean knowledge
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Join the global community of PADI Pros
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Turn your love for diving into a career—or the ultimate side gig
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Post-dive Triumph
Once you’ve crushed your PADI Divemaster Course, you’re officially ready to take on the dive world! From beautiful South Australia dive sites to turquoise reefs in the Great Barrier or coral gardens in Fiji, your Professional adventure is calling!
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Next PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor?
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But wait—before you jump into teaching, we always recommend getting some real-world Divemaster experience first. Guiding dives, assisting courses, and living the dive shop life will give you the confidence and know-how to crush your next step: the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)!
Already planning to go straight into your IDC? No problem! You can always build your pro chops right after—while basking in the glory of your post-divemaster triumph!
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