IDC

Course framework for the IDC programme

The PADI Instructor Training process has two phases of certification with the option of some theoretical knowledge capable of being performed on-line. This may effectively reduce the face-to-face learning section of the entire IDC to only five (5) days:

• The first phase is the PADI Assistant Instructor (AI) course. This provides candidates with the training in how to teach successfully in the classroom, confined water and open water environment.
• The second phase of the training programme is the Open Water Scuba Instructor Program (OWSI). This gives a full background of the PADI system of diver education and further opportunities for instructional development.
• To perform the on-line section of the IDC, get on to the PADI website at www.padi.com and follow the relevant instructions. There is a cost for this payable directly to PADI. For those who select this option, your IDC will then begin with us on Day Three (3) of our regularly scheduled IDC.

During your time with us you will be expected to perform limited teaching assignments and we take time to ensure that each candidate is comfortable and performing to well above acceptable levels before attendance at an Instructor Examination (IE).

Credit will be given if you already hold a PADI Assistant Instructor qualification.

Course Fee (exclusive of PADI application fees)

Full time attendance - $1850.00
Attendance after on-line study - $1450.00

Prerequisites

• PADI Divemaster, PADI Assistant Instructor or a current Instructor member in good standing with another recreational diver training organisation.
• 18 years of age or older.
• Current diving medical obtained within the last 12 months and inclusive of the final date of the IE wishing to be attended.
• Full first aid certification gained within the last 2 years.
• Confirmation of completion of the on-line section of the IDC for those choosing this option.
• Certified for at least six months with 60 logged dives; attendance at the IE requires a minimum of 100 dives.

Required Materials

Contained in the IDC Crewpak:

Confined & Open Water Instructor Cue Cards, Adventures in Diving Instructor Cue Cards, Rescue Dive Instructor Cue Cards, OW & CW Lesson Planning Slates, Law and Diving Professional Book, CD containing - Best of UJ, Children & Diving, Business of Diving (3 PDF manuals), Rescue Diver Exam, PADI`s Guide to Teaching Manual w/Hologram, Positive Approach Selling DVD, Specialty Course Instructor Manual (Digital)

Other text requirements:

Open Water, Adventures in Diving, Rescue Diver, Dive Knowledge Workbook, PADI Encyclopedia, Divemaster and Instructor manuals. It is important to have and use the latest editions.

Any or all of these texts and materials can be supplied by FNQ Dive at wholesale prices.

Other benefits: Please refer to the home page of this website