Instructor Development Course

Service Description

The Instructor Development Course (IDC) is designed for Divemasters and Assistant Instructors who want to become certified Open Water Scuba Instructors and begin teaching professionally. The IDC is divided into two parts: 1. Instructor Development Course (IDC) – Training, skill refinement, and instructional preparation 2. Instructor Evaluation Course (IE) – Final evaluation and certification conducted by an independent examiner Upon successful completion, you will be qualified to teach recreational scuba courses and begin issuing certifications under agency standards. ⸻ Upon Completion, You Can Teach • Open Water Scuba Diver • Inactive Diver / Refresher • Advanced Adventure Diver • Computer Diver Specialty • Rescue Diver • Divemaster Additional specialty instructor ratings may be added separately. ⸻ Requirements • Minimum age: 18 • Certified diver for at least 6 months • Proof of 100 logged dives in varied environments • Certification as SDI Divemaster, SDI Assistant Instructor, or equivalent • Current First Response Adult & Child Emergency Care and Oxygen Administration • Email your completed Medical Questionnaire and Liability Waiver to sunshinestatescuballc@gmail.com (click on “Sign Our Waivers” button 👇) ⸻ Why Train with Sunshine State Scuba? ✅ Small-group professional training with mentorship-focused instruction ✅ Flexible statewide scheduling across Florida’s springs, pools, and ocean environments ✅ All-inclusive pricing with no hidden fees or surprise costs ✅ Real-world preparation designed for confident, capable dive educators ⸻ Ready to Begin Your Instructor Career? If you’re ready to turn your passion for diving into a professional teaching career, the Instructor Development Course is your next step. 👉 Enroll today and start your instructor journey with Sunshine State Scuba. Scuba Made Simple. Adventures Made Unforgettable.