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Go-IDC
PADI

PADI IDC STAFF INSTRUCTOR

Step into the IDC team

Join a complete Instructor Development Course, deepen how you evaluate teaching and learn to support future PADI Instructors alongside a Course Director.

THE GO-IDC FORMAT

Learn by joining the full IDC

This is instructor development from inside the process. You follow candidates through the IDC, work alongside the Course Director and develop a deeper understanding of how presentations, teaching performance and professional growth are evaluated.

WHAT YOU DEVELOP

From teaching well to developing teachers

01 / THE SYSTEM

Standards and structure

Build a more detailed understanding of instructor-development standards, procedures and curriculum.

02 / EVALUATION

Evaluate teaching

Practise evaluating knowledge development, confined-water and open-water teaching presentations.

03 / DEVELOPMENT

Feedback and counselling

Learn how to give clear, constructive feedback that helps candidates recognise strengths and improve performance.

04 / LEADERSHIP

Support the AI course

Develop the knowledge needed to organise and conduct the PADI Assistant Instructor course within current standards.

HOW IT WORKS

One complete development journey

The exact schedule follows the IDC at your chosen location. We confirm preparation, attendance and current PADI requirements before you commit.

01

Check eligibility

Confirm your current PADI professional standing and readiness for the Staff Instructor route.

02

Choose your IDC

Select a Go-IDC location and a complete programme you can attend from start to finish.

03

Prepare with Neil

Review the role, evaluation process and expectations before candidate training begins.

04

Join the team

Participate throughout the IDC, evaluate alongside the Course Director and develop through debriefs.

ENTRY AND FEES

Before you join

The course is for PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainers ready to take a more active role in instructor development.

  • Hold a current PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer rating and meet current PADI eligibility requirements.
  • Be able to attend the complete scheduled IDC at your chosen location.
  • Use the PADI System and course components in their entirety.
  • Complete the required learning materials and application process.

Pricing:

Course pricing is being refreshed. The course fee, required PADI learning materials and PADI application fee will be confirmed clearly before booking.

CHOOSE YOUR IDC

Train where the programme fits you

Staff Instructor places connect directly to the full IDCs running at Go-IDC locations. Use each location page for the current programme and dates.

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