Instructor Development Course 2024
Become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor and embark on a rewarding journey beneath the waves that will transform your life and the lives of others.
Why Choose Divewise Malta for Your PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC)?
Are you a passionate diver seeking to elevate your career and share your love for the underwater world with others? Divewise Malta's PADI-accredited Career Development Centre, offering a and rigorous training program designed to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to become a successful PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor (OWSI).
Here's what sets Divewise Malta's IDC apart:
- Experienced Instructors:
Our team comprises seasoned PADI Staff Instructors, Master Instructors and Course Directors with hundreds of Professional certifications taught over the years. They are dedicated to your mentorship and success, gain valuable insights into the dive instructor profession.
- Focused Curriculum:
Our in-depth knowledge development program emphasizes a thorough understanding of dive theory, safety procedures, and environmental awareness.
- Skill Sharpening:
Refine your own diving skills and gain confidence in demonstrating and explaining them effectively to students in various learning environments.
- Teaching Methodology:
Develop a comprehensive toolkit of instructional techniques tailored to cater to diverse learning styles and ensure clear communication underwater.
- Flexible Scheduling:
Choose from multiple IDC start dates throughout the year to accommodate your busy schedule. Below is a list of the coming courses and exams:
DATES
Instructor Development Course Enrolment - Full IDC includes the Assistant Instructor (AI) and the Open Water Instructor Course (OWSI) :
- Sunday 20th Apr 2025
- Sunday 26th Oct 2025
The PADI instructor Exam (IE) is organised and by run by PADI staff and have 'fixed' dates. These follow on from the above IDC programs
- 2nd & 3rd May 2025
- 7th & 8th Nov 2025
Reasons to take the IDC
- Make the sea your office.
- Challenge yourself to become the best diver you can be.
- Seek Adventure and discover new fantastic dive sites with thriving marine life.
- Make long lasting friendships with like-minded people.
- Share your passion for diving with the world.
- Transform people's lives and teach them while they take their fi rst breaths.
- Invest in yourself and your diving career. Becoming a PADI Open Water Instructor will grant you diverse career opportunities worldwide.
- Inspire, educate, and explore the wonders of the ocean with every dive.
PREREQUISITES
Please ensure:
1. You have completed the EFR Instructor Course - if not we can arrange this PRIOR to the IDC. Please let us know ASAP
2. The IDC theory and materials are ONLINE. This is via a code to download the IDC Crew Pack onto iPad, tablet, PC or even mobile.
The Online theory MUST be done before the IDC starts. If you need the IDC Pack/Codes then please let us know now! This will give you plenty of time to study
MATERIALS & FEES
You will need to pay the following:
1. IDC Fees (includes AI, OWSI, EFRI & MSDT prep) -€ 1045. PADI IDC Materials / Online Crewpack - Normal Retail Price is € 832 but through Divewise, you can get for only
€ 595
3. The PADI IE and Registration fees are the same prices everywhere- so it doesn't matter where or when you do the Exam. The following are approximate prices from PADI (please check again nearer the time as prices increase each year) IN TOTAL:If you need any help with logistics, obtaining materials, arranging dives to meet prerequisites, EFR Instructor certification etc...Contact info@divewise.com.mt and we will be happy to explain and help where possible IE Fees -€ 785 + Tax Instructor Application -€ 229 EFRI Manual € 170 EFRI Instructor Application € 143.50 Specialty Inst Application € 55 each IDC - € 1045 Materials - € 595 EFRI Online Materials €175 PADI Fees (Exam, Inst & ERFI Application & 5 Specialties) €1432.50 + tax
