IDC Overview
Become a Dive Leader
Start your scuba diving career in paradise with Aussie Divers Phuket, a multi-award-winning PADI 5 Star CDC centre offering the PADI IDC (Instructor Development Course) in the tropical haven of Phuket, Thailand. The IDC at Aussie Divers consists of taking the PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor program and preparing you thoroughly for the PADI Instructor Exams (PADI IE).
The PADI IDC program at Aussie Divers spans at least 12 days, surpassing the standard requirement of 6-8 days, and includes additional workshops and training designed to enhance your skills and confidence. Led by PADI Course Director Darren Gaspari, a winner of numerous PADI Awards, and PADI Master Instructor Ashley Walker, the program is tailored to accommodate each candidate’s needs. Aussie Divers includes additional training presentations and practice exams to ensure a thorough understanding of the material while allowing you some time to relax and enjoy your surroundings.
Throughout the 12-day PADI IDC program, you will be continuously evaluated to track your progress and improve your abilities. By the time you reach your PADI Instructor Examination (IE) in Phuket, you’ll be confident and well-prepared to become a PADI Instructor. Becoming a PADI Instructor enables you to share your passion for the aquatic world with others, enriching your life and the lives of those you teach. Join the ranks of dedicated professionals and embark on an extraordinary scuba diving career by completing your PADI IDC with Aussie Divers Phuket.
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PADI IDC Phuket Course Overview
Course Breakdown
PADI IDC Instructor eLearning
The online PADI IDC Crew-pack covers the following topics:
- Dive Theory for Dive Leaders
- PADI System Overview
- Learning, Instruction and the PADI System
- The PADI Open Water Course
- DSD & Experience Programs
- Risk Management & Legal Considerations
- Managing Risk
- PADI Quality Management and Licensing
- Introduction to Teaching Presentations
- Conducting Knowledge Development
- Confined Water Training
- Open Water Training
- Continuing Education and Leadership Courses
- The business of Diving
Assessments
During the IDC program, you will be assessed on the following:
- Diver Rescue Scenario in Open Water
- Min. 3 x Knowledge Development presentations
- Min. 4 x Confined Water presentations (wet)
- Min. 2 x Open Water presentations (wet)
- Skill Demonstration Evaluation
- 400m Continuous Swim
- 10-minute Float/Tread in Deep Water
- PADI Systems, Standards and Procedures Exam
- Demonstrate Rescue of Simulated Panicked Diver at The Surface
- Demonstrate Rescue of Simulated Unresponsive Diver (Surface)
Practical Application
IDC Instructor Program Workshops
The following workshops will be a combination of classroom discussions and practical application.
- Dive Theory
- PADI Systems
- Learning & Teaching
- DSD Program
- Open Water Course Scheduling & Set Up
- Risk Management & Licensing
- Knowledge Development Presentations
- Skill Development
- Confined Water Training & Teaching Presentations
- Open Water Training & Teaching Presentations
- Continuing Education
- Advanced Open Water Diver Course
- Rescue Diver Course
- Retail Sales Techniques
Additional Courses Offered
Free Enriched Air Instructor & PADI Oxygen Provider Instructor speciality courses are offered to all our PADI IDC Phuket candidates.
(PADI application fees and materials not included)
Professionalism
At the end of the course you will also be assessed on your professionalism, general understanding, and level of participation in the program.
After successfully becoming a PADI Instructor our team can also assist with creating a professional CV, PADI job opportunities and work/visa requirements if looking to stay in Thailand.
