Climbing the PADI ladder is fun and will certainly provide you with plenty of diving knowledge along the way. Our PADI Course Director Penida program will allow you to reach the penultimate level of the journey. When you become a Course Director, you can conduct your own IDC programs. Notably, this is the highest status achievable amongst recreational divers. We must remember that becoming a course director is a hard process that takes dedication. In that case, you should be certain about your choice and devotion to the diving industry. In order to enroll in the Course director training course, you will need to earn your spot. Therefore, all candidates will need to tackle a strict application process where their experience and reputation are assessed. If accepted, then you will attend various workshops, presentations, and in-water evaluations. The training will last for 9 days.
PADI COURSE DIRECTOR PENIDA REQUIREMENTS
All candidates must have completed, and adhere to the following prerequisites before applying to become a PADI Course Director:
All candidates must be qualified as:
- PADI Master Instructor
- EFR Instructor Trainer
- PADI IDC Staff Instructor
All candidates must ensure that they meet the following requirements:
- Candidates have no Quality Assurance Complaints filed with PADI
- All levels of diver training conducted according to the PADI standards as per the Instructor Manual. If they have made any modification to any of the courses, it must have PADI approval
- Exclusive use of the PADI system, including; diver manuals, knowledge development videos, exams, lesson guides, etc.
- Only PADI certifications issued to student divers
- Candidates should have achieved 85% or higher in the Standards and Procedures portion of the IE exam. Moreover, Candidates should have achieved 83% or higher in the remaining sections of the IE exam
- All candidates must have assisted as a staff instructor on at least 2 complete IDCs. However, a mix of two AI and two OWSI programs is accepted, too. Furthermore, we highly recommended staffing one AI, one OWSI, and one full IDC, once you are an IDC Staff Instructor. Additionally, these must be completed on the existing IDC curriculum
- Candidates must have experience working with a PADI Resort & Retail Association Member
- Ensure you have organized or led:
- 1 Project AWARE Dive Against Debris Cleanup
- Setup of a My Ocean Profile
- Promoted AWARE C-Card
- One additional Project AWARE event including; cleanup, Coral Watch, fundraising, etc. This should be within the last 3 years
- Candidates must have at least 250+ logged dives
WHAT’S INCLUDED & EXCLUDED?
PADI COURSE DIRECTOR PENIDA APPLICATION
The PADI Course Director training happens in 2 locations and only twice a year. Notably, the first one takes place in March in Kota Kinabalu, Malaysia. Moreover, the second training follows in June, in the Dominican Republic. We must remember that each of the trainings allows for a maximum of 40 students. In order to be accepted, PADI will conduct an assessment of your experience and reputation.
In the case that you meet all of the requirements, you would have made past the first big step. Next, you will have an interview with PADI where you’ll detail the reasons for wanting to become a Course Director. Additionally, you will discuss your application and anything else worth noting. Once PADI has assessed your full application, they will then conduct a review and determine your eligibility.
It certainly sounds a little daunting, we know.
Don’t fear, Legend Diving Penida is here to set you up for ultimate success in your diving career. Together with our world-class resources and great reputation, we assure you that you will be ready for the training. Additionally, we can customize your Course Director internship so that it meets your requirements. With a high level of attention and specialization, you will certainly be a star candidate.
If you are ready to take the next step into becoming a PADI Course Director, then look no further. We want to help in any way that we can. So, please inform us of your current experience and goals, and we will gladly assist with fulfilling your dream.
