The PADI Divemaster Course is designed to train qualified Rescue Divers in how to control, manage and supervise groups of divers. This 3 module course provides extensive development of ones diving skills, stamina and theoretical diving knowledge.
The swim test involves a 400 yd swim; an 800 yd mask, fin, snorkel swim; a 100 yd tired diver tow in full equipment; and a 15 min tread all of which are time based evaluation. There are also extensive written exams covering the areas of physics, physiology, equipment, dive management, supervision, skills & environment, and dive tables.
Upon successful completion of the course, the student is certified as a PADI Divemaster and qualifies for PADI Membership and attendance at a PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC).
Who this course is for:
- The advanced diver interested in working in the dive industry as a professional dive guide or moving on to become an instructor
Course prerequisites:
- PADI Rescue Diver Certification or equivalent
- Proof of 40 logged dives prior to start of course with 60 at end of course 18 years of age
- Medical Exam for diving within the past 12 months
- PADI EFR or equivalent in the past 2 yrs (CPR
What you can expect to learn:
The PADI Divemaster Course is an exciting, rewarding and transformative experience. As a divemaster candidate, you’ll gain the knowledge, tools and experience you need to lead diving activities both independently and alongside other PADI Professionals.
As with other PADI courses, the divemaster course includes knowledge development (in-person and online), confined water practice sessions and open water training. Your PADI Instructor will also lead you through skill workshops and hands-on practical activities.
Discussion topics and workshops include:
- Assisting with student divers
- Diver safety and risk management
- Skill demonstration
- The business of diving and your career
- Protecting the diving environment
- Dive setup and management
- Mapping a dive site
- Dive site briefings
- How to lead a dive
- Organizing a search and recovery project
- Assisting with Discover Scuba Diving programs
Divemaster is the first rung on the professional ladder, so how you interact with your instructor will be a bit different than your diver-level training. Instead of explaining exactly what to do and watching you do it, your instructor will sometimes act as a mentor, providing guidance and plenty of helpful feedback.
After successfully completing your Divemaster training, you’ll receive a PADI Professional Member number.
How to take this course!
- Available as an Online Course
- Call now to schedule
- Course Cost: $900.00 Includes training materials and instruction.
Call us at (224) 333-0800 to book your Divemaster Course.