East Coast Scuba & Watersports
PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)
PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)
The PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) is the cornerstone of PADI’s professional-level training and is designed to prepare qualified candidates to become PADI Instructors. The course has two components, the Assistant Instructor Course (AI) and the Open Water Scuba Diver Instructor Course (IDC). Together the two courses combine to encompass the entire IDC. Both courses must be completed before attending the PADI Instructor Examination (IE). Each component can be scheduled as a stand-alone course or completed all at one time. Most people complete the entire IDC at one time; however, some people choose to complete the AI Course and gain experience teaching before completing the OWSI Course and taking the Instructor Exam (IE).
The IDC program runs over 10 consecutive days including the Emergency First Response Instructor course. The PADI Instructor Exam (IE) is then scheduled concurrently 2 days following the IDC. The two days preceding the exam can be used at the candidate’s discretion; to practice skills with a mentor, practice presentations, refresh dive theory or simply relax. An Optional IDC preparation program is available for those who have not recently completed their DM course and/or are not confident with their Dive Theory. Completing Diver Theory online via PADI eLearning is highly recommended.
Working closely with our PADI IDC team you will gain hands on experience, and formal training to develop you into the best Instructor you can be. With over 20 years of experience in diver education, our IDC team has developed unique and innovative instructor training techniques and specialized workshops, designed specifically to help ensure your success at your Instructor Examination.
Also included in your Instructor Program:
- Free cylinder rental and air fills during your training
- Free additional workshops on rescue techniques and diving skills
- A large team of PADI professional support staff to assist
- Full-time Course Director and two Master Instructors available to help you during your training
- A comprehensive choice of instructor level continuing education programs
- Additional study and support materials, for use free of charge, designed to aid your professional development
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During your IDC, EFRI Course, Specialty Instructor Courses & IE, there are registration, application and examination fees that must be paid directly to PADI, enabling you to attend the programs and receive your new ratings. These are additional fees not included in the Instructor Development Course.
During your IDC, EFRI Course, Specialty Instructor Courses & IE, there are registration, application and examination fees that must be paid directly to PADI, enabling you to attend the programs and receive your new ratings. These are additional fees not included in the Instructor Development Course.
IDC Program Requirements:
- Participants must be at least 18 years of age
- Certified diver for at least 6 months
- Certified as a PADI Divemaster, PADI Assistant Instructor or equivalent qualifying rating
- Have a current dive medical signed by a physician (less than 12 months old from last day of IE)
- Have current First Aid certificate (less than 24 months old)
- Show proof of a minimum of 100 logged dives
- Have all required diving equipment
- Have all books requested by the Course Director
- Submit copies of all Dive Certificates
Contact us to learn more about how you can get started on your IDC!
Notice of changes to dates must be done one week prior to to start date or subject to a rescheduling fee of $150
