Instructor Development Centre # 32231

The Instructor Development Training Process

The Instructor Development process is a combination of programs designed to enhance Instructor Candidates abilities as Dive professionals, as well as offer specialised training programs, all of which are intended to increase your success as a dive professional.

The PADI Instructor Development Course (IDC) consists of 2 training phases, the Assistant Instructor Program (AI) and the Open Water Scuba Instructor Program (OWSI). The IDC is then followed by a 2 day Instructor Examination (IE) program conducted by PADI Worldwide.

The IDC emphasises development, not testing. Candidates can relax and concentrate on skill development knowing that making mistakes is part of the learning process. You will be assessed on your readiness to attend an IE during the IDC by means of feedback during individual counselling sessions.

Instructor Development Course (IDC) Prerequisites

To enrol on an IDC, an individual must:

  1. Be at least 18 years of age
  2. Be certified as a PADI divemaster or hold a leadership level certification with another recreational diver training organisation recognised by PADI.
  3. Submit medical clearance for Scuba diving signed by a physician stating you are fit to dive . The medical clearance must be current within the previous 12 months. Since an in date medical is also required for the IE phase of the process we suggest that the 12 month period encompasses the final date of the IE you plan to attend. The Physician signing the form may not be the applicant.
  4. Have been a certified diver for at least 6 months and have completed and logged at least 60 dives ( 100 dives to attend an IE ) and have documentation of experience in deep, night and navigation diving as documented in your logbook.
  5. Submit proof of CPR and First Aid training within the past 24months. Preferably the PADI EFR course.
  6. Submit documentation of any equivalent certifications for entry level, advanced and rescue certifications issued by another recreational diver training organisation. If submitting an equivalent rescue diver certification, also include copies of first aid training documentation.
  7. If not a PADI divemaster successfully complete the PADI divemaster course diver rescue skills assessment.

Schedule and dates 2005

IDC Start

IDC Finish

IE

EFR

Specialities

TOFO

23 rd July

1 st Aug

9 th – 10 th Aug

2 nd – 3 rd Aug

4 th –6 th Aug

All the programs are full time except the EFR Instructor which will be conducted over the three specified evenings. Typically the 10 day IDC program will start at 7am in the morning and finish at approximately 4.30pm. All sessions must be attended for successful completion of the IDC and enrolment on an IE. Workshop activities are conducted from 5pm until 7pm. Individual assignments are to be completed during evening hours.

Costs for PADI Open water Scuba Instructor (IDC & IE)

IDC Program

R6900

Inclusive of Skills and theory workshop

Materials for IDC

R4200

Price on request

IDC registration

£73

Paid directly to PADI

IE registration

£315

Paid directly to PADI

PADI material requirements:

IDC Crew Pak which consists of:

  • Instructor manual or Instructor manual CD Rom
  • Candidate workbook
  • Business of diving
  • Law and the Diving Professional
  • Children and diving guide
  • The best of the undersea journal
  • Open water aquatic cue cards
  • Confined water aquatic cue cards
  • Open water preparation slates
  • Confined water preparation slates
  • Peak performance Buoyancy outline
  • Project aware outline
  • PADI back pak

Student Pak plus exams which consists of :

  • Openwater diver manual with RDP table
  • The adventures in diving manual plus student slate
  • The rescue diver manual plus accident management work slate
  • Divemaster manual
  • Openwater quiz and exam booklet
  • Rescue exam
  • Divemaster exam

The PADI RDP Wheel and table are mandatory, priced individually.

The IDC crew pak is mandatory, the Student pak is highly recommended. If you are already in possession of any of the above student manuals, individual prices will be quoted for outstanding items. As a PADI professional it is critical that you work from the most up to date PADI materials.

Equipment Requirements:

  • Fins, mask, snorkel and appropriate exposure protection
  • Cylinder
  • Regulator, alternate air source and SPG
  • Weight system
  • Timing device
  • Depth gauge
  • Compass
  • Knife/divers tool
  • Slate
  • Dive table and emergency signalling device

Other requirements for the orientation day:

  • 3 ID photographs
  • All Non PADI certification copies of c cards (both sides) or certificates
  • Log book for dive verification
  • In date Medical stating you are fit to dive
  • All PADI mandatory IDC course materials
  • Balance of payment
  • A great sense of humour and commitment to the program!

Preparation for the IDC program

A critical element of success is to be fully prepared prior to the start of the IDC program. Being prepared means you will get the full benefit and enjoyment from the program and alleviate unnecessary stress

Since space is limited and demand is high we do recommend early booking (R1000 deposit required paid in to banking details provided)

Within Gauteng an individual meeting will be arranged with you at time of booking to provide you with preparation guidelines, detailed course schedule, to check course pre requisites, material requirements and answer any individual questions. For candidates out of the Gauteng area, an in depth teleconference or email will replace an individual meeting.

Continuing your Education

EFR Emergency First Response Instructor

Typically conducted Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday evenings after IE.

EFR Instructor: includes Tuition, EFR Instructor manual, EFR video or DVD and Barrier pack.

R2100

EFR Care for Children : includes Tuition ,Instructor manual, Student manual,CFC DVD and EFR Pic

R1450

EFR Registration paid directly to PADI

£65

Master Scuba Diver Instructor rating

Conducted on the Friday, Saturday and Sunday after IE

5 Speciality Ratings

R3300

Full speciality outlines and binder (26 Outlines)

R1500

Individual outline

R175

Registration per speciality paid directly to PADI (method one)

£24

Choose from:

  • Altitude
  • Navigation
  • Search and Recovery
  • Night
  • Wreck
  • Deep
  • Enriched Air, supplement charge applicable
  • Dry Suit, supplement charge applicable

Banking Details

C Bernard

Absa Westgate

Account number: 380 277 51366

Branch code: 632 005,Savings Account

Contact Details

Colleen Bernard Cell: 083 268 9777

Janine Driessel Cell: 082 894 9420

Fax: 011 794 4123

ACCOMODATION

  • Beach Baracca's (Room Only using camping ablution facilities) Price per person with 4 people sharing a room, bed with mozzie net, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.    R155.00 per person eating off special DBB menu, ( Normal menu excluding, seafood platters, Fillets steaks and whole chickens)
  • Casitas (Room with bathroom and sheltered deck) Price per person with min 3 people sharing a room, bed with mozzie net, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.    R185.00 per person eating off special DBB menu, ( Normal menu excluding, seafood platters, Fillets steaks and whole chickens)
  • Chalets (Luxury accommodation two separate bedrooms, bathroom with fully fitted kitchen, lounge and large verandah, incl. fridge and stove) Price per person with min 4 people sharing a 4 sleeper chalet, bed with mozzie net and fans, Dinner, Bed and Breakfast.    R285.00 per person eating off special DBB menu, ( Normal menu excluding, seafood platters, Fillets steaks and whole chickens)
  • Should you wish fewer people to share the accommodation than the required minimum, an added cost will apply.
  • Items not on the DDB menu can be ordered separately by the guests at an added cost.
  • Accommodation on same premises as Tofo Scuba and no walking of any distance is required.
  • All Accommodation is subject to availability and is on a first come first served basis only. The lodge's normal terms and conditions apply.
  • Casa Barry Lodge has a very strict mosquito spraying program and one should ensure that you try and stay within this area after dark to ensure minimum exposure to mosquitoes.
  • The Lodge also has 24 security guards on site for our guests safety and security.
  • Fully stocked bar with Satellite TV and a top class restaurant facility.
  • Entertainment deck right on Tofo Beach .

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