The IDC Staff Instructor course is designed for experienced instructors who are ready to step into a leadership and mentorship role within the PADI system. This program provides in-depth knowledge of the instructor development process, preparing you to train, guide, and inspire future PADI Professionals.
Just as divers look up to Divemasters, Instructor Candidates respect and rely on IDC Staff Instructors. As an IDC Staff Instructor, you become a role model—sharing your experience, professionalism, and teaching expertise with aspiring instructors.
Why Become an IDC Staff Instructor
As an IDC Staff Instructor, you will:
Assist with Instructor Development Courses (IDCs)
Mentor and evaluate Instructor Candidates
Share real-world teaching experience and leadership skills
Play a key role in shaping future PADI Instructors
Advance your professional credibility and career opportunities
This certification is a major step forward for instructors committed to excellence in education.
Who Can Enroll
To enroll in the IDC Staff Instructor course, you must:
Be a Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT)
Be prepared to act as a professional role model
Commit to using the PADI System and training components in full
What You’ll Learn
After a pre-assessment of your instructor-level dive theory knowledge, skills, and presentation techniques, the course focuses on:
Instructor development standards, procedures, and curriculum
Organizing and conducting the PADI Assistant Instructor course
Psychology of evaluation and student counseling
Evaluating knowledge development presentations
Assessing confined water and open water teaching presentations
Hands-On Instructor Development
The IDC Staff Instructor course is highly practical. You will:
Audit an Instructor Development Course (IDC)
Practice teaching multiple curriculum components
Gain real experience evaluating and mentoring Instructor Candidates
Teaching Privileges
As a certified IDC Staff Instructor, you are qualified to:
Independently teach PADI Assistant Instructor courses
Assist with IDCs
Support other instructor-level continuing education programs