PADI Divemaster is the most popular and most recognized professional scuba certification in the world. PADI Divemasters enjoy abundant career opportunities, get paid to scuba dive and share their love for the ocean.

What You'll Learn

• Lead guided dives
• Assist with classes
• Give a dive briefing
• Conduct refresher training

Certification Requirements

Prerequisites

PADI Rescue Diver certification (or qualifying certification); completion of Emergency First Response® Primary and Secondary Care training (or qualifying training) within 24 months.

Logged Dives

• 40 logged dives minimum.

Time

• PADI eLearning: 10-16 hours –not including Dive Theory eLearning
• Entire course: Varies, contact a PADI Dive Center or Resort for more information

Age

• 18 (15 for Junior Divemaster)

Health

• Medically evaluated and cleared for diving by a physician within 12 months.

Are You Ready To Start PADI Divemaster?

Before purchasing the eLearning course, confirm you meet the course prerequisites and contact your preferred PADI Dive Center or Resort to confirm course availability and scheduling.

Step 1

PADI eLearning

Interactive lessons cover divemaster-led programs and activities, diver safety and risk management, the aquatic environment and more. Study online or offline using a computer or mobile device. Connect with your instructor whenever you have a question. Additional training materials are required. Please contact your dive shop or instructor for pricing.

• eLearning time commitment: 8-12 hours

Step 2

With Your Instructor

ADDITIONAL COST: Your Dive Shop will charge fees for training and gear rental.

Gain practical experience giving dive briefings, assisting with classes and leading underwater tours. Learn how to anticipate problems and provide assistance, create an Emergency Assistance Plan and improve your navigation and problem-solving skills through practical workshops

Total time commitment: Varies, contact dive shop