PADI Instructor Development Course

Take your diving career to the next level with the PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) in Airlie Beach. Under the expert guidance of Course Director Luca Pelizzari and a team of skilled IDC Staff Instructors, you’ll gain the expertise, confidence, and certification needed to become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor.

Set in one of Australia’s most breathtaking diving destinations, this course is the perfect blend of theory, hands-on training, and real-world experience—designed to prepare you for a successful global diving career.

• Duration: 9 days of practical training + online theory sessions

• Includes:

  • 6 to 8 online theory sessions with engaging Zoom lessons

  • 9 days of hands-on workshops in Airlie Beach

  • 6 confined water workshops to master essential teaching techniques

  • 4 open water workshops to refine real-world dive instruction

  • IDC Digital Crewpak with essential eLearning materials and instructor guides

  • IDC Slate Pak with cue cards and planning tools for teaching students

  • PADI Backpack

  • Emergency First Response Instructor (EFRI) training

• Convenient e-Learning: Complete theory at your own pace before arriving for practical training.

• Immersive Practical Training: Gain real-world experience with in-class and open water workshops.

• Dedicated Support: Learn from experienced professionals who guide you every step of the way.

• Worldwide Opportunities: Pass the PADI Instructor Examination (IE) and start teaching anywhere in the world!

• Enriched Air Diver Instructor (EANx Instructor) – Teach students to extend their dive time safely.

• Deep Diver Instructor – Guide divers in exploring deeper underwater environments.

• Delayed Surface Marker Buoy (DSMB) Instructor – Teach an essential skill for diver safety and communication.

What’s Not Included?

To complete your PADI Instructor certification, you will need to pay the following PADI fees directly:

• IDC Application Fee: A$385 (paid to PADI by credit card)

• Instructor Examination (IE) Fee: A$1,190 (paid to PADI by credit card)

• EFR Instructor Application Fee: A$267 (paid to PADI by credit card)

• Specialty Instructor Applications: A$153 each (optional specialty instructor certifications)

Other expenses:

• Accommodation – Not included, but we can assist with recommendations.

• Travel Arrangements – Flights and transfers are not included.

Prerequisites:

• Be at least 18 years old

• Have a PADI Divemaster certification (or equivalent)

• Have at least 100 logged dives before starting the course

• Be medically fit to dive (complete a medical statement signed by a doctor within the last 12 months)

Start Your Journey Today!

Take the next step in your diving career and become a PADI Open Water Scuba Instructor. With expert guidance, world-class training, and a stunning location, Airlie Beach is the perfect place to launch your professional diving career.

Contact us today to secure your spot in the next Instructor Development Course (IDC)!