Instructor
Inspire the next generation of divers. Earn the credentials to teach, certify, and lead with the highest standards in scuba education.
Course Overview
The NAUI Instructor course is designed to transform experienced Divemasters and Assistant Instructors into confident, knowledgeable, and responsible scuba educators. Through a combination of academic development, in-water training, and real teaching scenarios, you’ll gain the skills and certification to independently conduct NAUI scuba courses—from entry-level to continuing education.
What You’ll Learn
- Instructional theory and effective teaching techniques
- Conducting classroom, confined water, and open water training
- Course design, planning, and performance evaluation
- Student safety, supervision, and risk management
- NAUI standards and course requirements
- Business practices and ethics for dive professionals
- Presentation skills, briefings, and teaching evaluations
Requirements
- Minimum Age: 18 years old
- Certifications Required (or equivalent):
- NAUI Divemaster or Assistant Instructor
- NAUI Rescue Scuba Diver
- NAUI Nitrox Diver
- NAUI Master Scuba Diver
- Diving First Aid for Divers (DFA)
- Experience: Minimum 100 logged dives
- Health: Good physical condition and completed dive medical form
What’s Included
- In-depth academic development and teaching workshops
- Instructor materials and candidate presentations
- Evaluation and feedback from NAUI Instructor Trainers or Course Directors
- Practical sessions in confined and open water environments
- Certification processing upon successful evaluation
- Mentorship for career development and teaching pathways
Course Details
Duration | Varies (typically 1–2 weeks intensive or modular format) |
Equipment | Full personal scuba gear required |
Certification | NAUI Instructor — Authorizes you to teach and certify students for NAUI Open Water Scuba Diver and other courses |
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