PADI Divemaster Course: Become a Leader in Scuba Diving

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
• Medic First Aid or equivalent in the past 2 yrs (CPR)

COURSE INCLUDES:

• 14 Days complete PADI Divemaster Certification Course
• Dives

WHAT TO BRING:

Full scuba equipment including regulator with pressure gauge, depth gauge, compass and octopus, buoyancy compensator with power inflator, timing device, weight belt, and wet suit. A 20% student discount is available on equipment rentals.

REQUIRED:

• The Diving Knowledge Workbook
• PADI Encyclopedia
• PADI Dive Tables (table & wheel versions)
• Divemaster Slates

WHAT TO EXPECT:

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 400yd swim; an 800yd mask, fin, snorkel swim; a 100yd tired diver tow in full equipment; and a 15min 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).