Course Description:
Looking for the first step in working with scuba as a career? Your adventure into the professional levels of recreational scuba diving begins with the PADI Divemaster program. Working closely with a PADI Instructor, in this programme you expand your dive knowledge and hone your skills to the professional level. PADI Divemaster training develops your leadership abilities, qualifying you to supervise dive activities and assist instructors with student divers. PADI Divemaster is the prerequisite certification for both the PADI Assistant Instructor and PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor certifications. Get College Credit! You may be able to earn college credit for the PADI Divemaster course.
Learning Materials:
The PADI Divemaster crewpak includes everything you’ll need to start the PADI Divemaster program. The complete set of materials includes: *
The Encyclopedia of Recreational Diving - a comprehensive overview of diving physics, physiology, and equipment, * The Diving Knowledge Workbook – a self-study guide used in preparation for the Divemaster and Instructor exams, * Divemaster slates * PADI Divemaster Manual * CD-ROM with instructor outlines for Divemaster-conducted programs (exclusive item not available for purchase separately).
Prerequisites:
To take this course, you must be: * 18 years old, * A PADI Advanced Open Water Diver (or qualifying certification from another training organization), * A PADI Rescue Diver (or qualifying certification from another training organization), * An Emergency First Response Primary and Secondary Care (or qualifying first aid and CPR training from another organization) course completion within the past 24 months, * Have at least 20 dives to begin the course and 60 for certification, * Be fit for diving and submit a Medical Statement (PDF) signed by a physician within the last 12 months.
The Next Challenge:
PADI Assistant Instructor